The Rookie has a longer delay in between seasons and won't return for Season 8 until 2026, which is a frustrating trend in streaming and network TV.
Before streamers dominated the television landscape, the scheduling of network shows was extremely simple. Viewers could enjoy their favorite series from September through May or June, when the season finales would air. There were just a few short months of summer reruns to keep them occupied. Then, when fall rolled around, everyone could always depend on those shows premiering once again. There were no lengthy breaks to forget about plotlines or exciting cliffhangers, and it wasn't necessary for networks to drum up a lot of interest because the shows had just had their season finales a few months prior. This predictable schedule made it easy for everyone to keep track of when their favorite shows were returning to their screens. There was no guesswork or confusion involved. Unfortunately, several shows, like ABC's The Rookie, are deciding to include major hiatuses between seasons, which is going to make many fans frustrated.
