ABC has released photos for The Rookie Season 8 Episode 12, “Spy Games,” airing tonight, Monday, March 23, 2026 from 10:00–11:00 PM EDT. In the episode, the FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, raising the stakes as the mission unfolds.
As the operation intensifies, personal tensions also come to the forefront. Wesley and Angela’s marriage is put to the test when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal, adding an emotional layer to the high-stakes action.
Tune-In
The Rookie Season 8 Episode 12, “Spy Games,” airs tonight (Monday, March 23, 2026) from 10:00–11:00 PM EDT on ABC. Episodes are available to stream the next day on Hulu.
At the heart of the series is John Nolan, portrayed by Nathan Fillion, once the oldest rookie in the LAPD and now a seasoned officer whose life experience, determination, and sense of humor continue to set him apart.
The series also stars Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Alyssa Diaz as Angela Lopez, Richard T. Jones as Wade Grey, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, Jenna Dewan as Bailey Nune, Shawn Ashmore as Wesley Evers, Lisseth Chavez as Celina Juarez, and Deric Augustine as Miles Penn.
Created by Alexi Hawley, The Rookie is executive produced by Hawley, Mark Gordon, Nathan Fillion, Michelle Chapman, Bill Norcross, Brynn Malone, Moira Kirland, Bill Roe, and Jon Steinberg. The series is produced by Lionsgate Television in partnership with 20th Television.
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Previous Episode Photos
Before The Rookie Season 8 Episode 12, “Spy Games,” airs tonight, revisit last week’s episode with photos from The Rookie Season 8 Episode 11, “Aftermath.” The episode followed Lucy’s return to duty after a traumatic incident, while an unexpected twist complicated the Liam Glasser case and forced the team to confront both emotional fallout and a dangerous investigation.
Scroll down to check out all the photos from The Rookie Season 8 Episode 12 “Spy Games”.
The Rookie Season 8 Episode 12 Photos “Spy Games”
THE ROOKIE Season 8 Episode 12 Photo – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) MELISSA O’NEIL, ERIC WINTERTHE ROOKIE Season 8 Episode 12 Promo – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) DERIC AUGUSTINETHE ROOKIE Season 8 Episode 12 Picture – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) NATHAN FILLIONTHE ROOKIE Season 8 Episode 12 Image – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) SHAWN ASHMORETHE ROOKIE Season 8 Episode 12 Still – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) JENNA DEWANTHE ROOKIE Season 8 Episode 12 – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) MELISSA O’NEIL, ERIC WINTERTHE ROOKIE – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) RICHARD T. JONESTHE ROOKIE – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) SHAWN ASHMORETHE ROOKIE – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) NATHAN FILLIONTHE ROOKIE – “Spy Games” – The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal. MONDAY, MARCH 23 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing) ALYSSA DIAZ
