The Rookie
1990, English. Directed by Clint Eastwood.
Packing years of experience and a .45 automatic, L.A. detective Nick Pulovski figures he's got all the help he needs. He's also got all the help he doesn't need. His new partner is The Rookie.
Veteran cop Nick Pulovski is used to playing musical partners; many of the partners he's had in the past have died on the job, and often as a result of Nick's risky tactics. But the rookie who's been assigned to help Nick bust a carjacking ring is almost as hotheaded as he is … and when Nick gets kidnapped, his newbie partner is his only hope.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch The Rookie
The Rookie isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Clint EastwoodDirector
- Clint EastwoodNick Pulovski
- Charlie SheenDavid Ackerman
- Raúl JuliáStrom
- Sonia BragaLiesl
- Tom SkerrittEugene Ackerman
- Lara Flynn BoyleSarah
- Xander BerkeleyBlackwell
- Coleby LombardoDavid's brother
- Pat DuValInterrogator #1
- Mara CordayInterrogator #2
- Jerry SchumacherInterrogator #3
- Pepe SernaLt. Ray Garcia
Details
- Released
- 7 December 1990
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Boaz Yakin, Scott Spiegel
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $22M
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The Rookie: quick answers
Is The Rookie worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 654 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Rookie?
The Rookie runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does The Rookie have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Rookie. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Rookie parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Rookie is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Rookie on?
The Rookie isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Rookie?
If you liked The Rookie, try The Born Losers, No Retreat, No Surrender 3: Blood Brothers, The Corruptor.
Who directed The Rookie?
The Rookie (1990) was directed by Clint Eastwood and stars Clint Eastwood, Charlie Sheen, Raúl Juliá.