The Rookie Season 8 Episode 5 release date and time are right around the corner. The upcoming fifth episode is titled “The Network.” In this episode, Lieutenant Grey and the FBI task force recruit an old acquaintance to help take down a criminal network. Meanwhile, Nolan, Miles, Lucy, and Celina respond to a shocking emergency.
The new season of The Rookie returns with its notable cast lineup that includes Nathan Fillion, Melissa O’Neil, Eric Winter, Alyssa Diaz, Richard T. Jones, and many more.
Here’s all the release information you need to know about The Rookie Season 8’s Episode 5.
When is The Rookie Season 8 Episode 5 release date & time?
The episode’s release date is Tuesday, February 2, and its release time is 7:00 p.m. PT and 10:00 p.m. ET. It comes out on February 3 on Hulu.
Check out its release times in the U.S. below:
| Timezone | Release Date | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time | February 2, 2026 | 10:00 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | February 2, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. |
Where to watch The Rookie Season 8 Episode 5
You can watch The Rookie Season 8 Episode 5 via ABC and Hulu. The episode will first arrive on ABC before becoming available on Hulu the next day.
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What is The Rookie about?
The official synopsis for The Rookie is as follows:
“Starting over isn’t easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being an LAPD officer. As the force’s oldest rookie, he’s met with skepticism from some higher-ups who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.”
