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ABC's police procedural drama The Rookie is currently on season 7, with episode 17, titled Mutiny and the Bounty, scheduled to air on May 6, 2025. In a recent interview with TVLine, showrunner Alexi Hawley mentioned that episode 17 will feature the return of Flula Borg as Skip Tracer Randy, a character known for his quirky demeanor and previous appearances in the series.
Additionally, ABC has officially renewed The Rookie for an eighth season. This news arrives in the context of a wider batch of renewals by ABC, which also picked up new seasons for flagship series such as Grey's Anatomy, 9-1-1, Will Trent, and Shifting Gears.
Skip Tracer Randy returns in The Rookie season 7 episode 17
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According to TVLine, Flula Borg will once again play the comedic Skip Tracer Randy in The Rookie season 7, episode 17. Borg originally joined the show in season 4 and has appeared a total of five times since then, through season 6.
With his bounty-hunting escapades and quirky personality, Randy became an instant fan favorite, providing a much-needed injection of humor between the show's more serious and emotional storylines.
In an interview with TVLine, showrunner Alexi Hawley teased Randy’s upcoming appearance as part of a “really fun storyline,” which will likely deliver the kind of entertaining twist that only this character can bring. Randy also shares a strong on-screen dynamic with Nathan Fillion’s John Nolan, made even more memorable by their previous collaboration in The Suicide Squad.
The Rookie: Cast contracts are secure
Perhaps even more reassuring to fans than Randy’s return is Hawley’s confirmation that cast contract negotiations are proceeding smoothly. In a TVLine report, Hawley was asked if upcoming contracts could potentially impact the show's ongoing narratives.
“We’re all good here,” Hawley said.
This simple declaration is a welcome relief for fans, as numerous long-time programs are experiencing cast overhauls due to creative shifts or cost-cutting measures.
Main cast of The Rookie
The show's ensemble cast includes:
- Nathan Fillion as John Nolan
- Melissa O'Neil as Lucy Chen
- Eric Winter as Tim Bradford
- Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper
- Richard T. Jones
- Alyssa Diaz
- Jenna Dewan
- Lisseth Chavez
- Shawn Ashmore
Official information about their potential return to season 8 is currently awaited.
The return of Skip Tracer Randy and the assurance of cast stability indicate that the show is going into its eighth season on strong creative ground.
With season 7 approaching its summer break and season 8 just around the bend, The Rookie is still one of ABC's most consistent dramas. Flula Borg returning as Randy guarantees further humor and surprise.
Catch the latest episodes of the show streaming on ABC.
