The Rookies
Season 3
197424 episodes
Episode 1
An Ugly Way to Die
Sep 9, 19741h
Terry Webster breaks in his new partner, junior rookie Chris Owens, searching for an arsonist. Someone is responsible for the murder of several firemen, all young, dark-haired and moustached.
Episode 2
Key Witness
Sep 23, 19741h
The murder of a construction company owner is witnessed by a woman and her married boyfriend, a doctor. Because of the possibility of a scandal, the doctor will not allow the girl to give information to the rookies. They do not know that the killers are now after the witnesses.
Episode 3
Legacy of Death
Sep 30, 19741h
Chris is partnered with a patrolman who gets involved in suicidal situations so that he might be killed in the line of duty and his family would be secure with financial compensation.
Episode 4
Death at 6 A.M.
Oct 7, 19741h
Four young people out for excitement in a stolen pickup become fugitives from the law when their fun turns into murder and robbery. Rookie Chris Owens is on the case after his partner is killed, but Chris wonders whether the dangers of police life are worth it.
Episode 5
Walk a Tightrope
Oct 21, 19741h
Two law students, seeking revenge for the death of a girl, frame Terry Webster, whom they hold responsible for the murder of a store guard.
Episode 6
Judgment
Oct 28, 19741h
The son and daughter of a man who recently died in prison are determined to kill the judge who sentenced him. The rookies must guard the judge and find the criminals. Terry becomes their next target when he prevents their plans for the judge.
Episode 7
Johnny Lost His Gun
Nov 4, 19741h
Mike is alarmed to find out from his wife and fellow rookies that an old Air Force friend of his is a heroin pusher.
Episode 8
Prelude to Vengeance
Nov 11, 19741h
The rookies befriend the girlfriend of a robber after Terry delivers her baby and in return becomes the criminal's target. Unless the rookies can catch this man, the girl will be charged with the robbery.
Episode 9
Vendetta
Nov 18, 19741h
A policeman who was injured in a market holdup returns to the force after a ten year recovery, in pursuit of the man he thinks is responsible for shooting him.
Episode 10
The Old Neighborhood
Nov 25, 19741h
Lt. Ryker steps from behind his desk to investigate a protection racket in the neighborhood where he grew up.
Episode 11
A Test of Courage
Dec 2, 19741h
The Rookies must find those responsible for holding up gun shops throughout the city.
Episode 12
The Assassin
Dec 9, 19741h
A photographer friend of Chris' accidentally catches a hired assassin in one of her shots. The rookies must protect the girl and at the same time figure out who this man is trying to assassinate.
Episode 13
Blue Christmas
Dec 16, 19741h
It's Christmas Eve and after settling a number of routine disturbances around town, the rookies enjoy a Christmas dinner at the home of Jill and Mike Danko. Jill and Mike are also entertaining their niece who is upset over her parents' separation.
Episode 14
Take Over
Dec 30, 19741h
After a syndicate boss is arrested, the rest of the gang plot to take over and continue their work. They are intent on killing Lt. Ryker. The rookies must put the rest of this gang behind bars.
Episode 15
The Saturday Night Special
Jan 13, 19751h
The dangers of owning a gun are explored when the rookies have to avenge the accidental shooting of a man who bought a gun to protect his family.
Episode 16
The Hunting Ground
Jan 20, 19751h
Mike's eager new partner proves to be a little too eager when he is found spending his off hours hunting for pushers because his younger brother died of an overdose.
Episode 17
Solomon's Dilemma
Jan 27, 19751h
A woman's son is kidnapped in a supermarket parking lot but when questioned by the rookies she denies the entire incident. Her and her husband are afraid because they adopted the boy illegally and the kidnappers are the natural parents.
Episode 18
Angel
Feb 3, 19751h
The rookies must find ample evidence to arrest Tommy, who introduces young girls into unsavory careers for monetary gain.
Episode 19
The Shield
Feb 10, 19751h
The rookies are involved in a case of mistaken identity when they charge the wrong man with the murder of a policeman.
Episode 20
S.W.A.T. (1)
Feb 17, 19751h
Harrelson is the head of the Special Weapons and Tactics team, a unit trained to handle unusually volatile situations. His hard-nosed attitude about police work irks rookie Terry Webster. (This Rookies episode served as the pilot for the S.W.A.T. series).
Episode 21
S.W.A.T. (2)
Feb 17, 19751h
Conclusion. Harrelson is the head of the Special Weapons and Tactics team, a unit trained to handle unusually volatile situations. His hard-nosed attitude about police work irks rookie Terry Webster.
Episode 22
A Deadly Image
Feb 24, 19751h
A look into Lt. Ryker's more sensetive side has him befriending a young, mixed-up girl who reminds him of the daughter he was forced to give up for adoption. The girl's boyfriend persuades her to use her friendship with Ryker for his criminal gain.
Episode 23
Cliffy
Mar 3, 19751h
A mentally retarded man, who longs to be a policeman, witnesses a murder in a gas station. But he has difficulty informing the police of what he saw.
Episode 24
Nightmare
Mar 17, 19751h
Kate Jackson takes center stage in this thriller-styled episode. After being involved in a car accident on a stormy night an injured Jill becomes the prisoner of a disturbed man, who claims to be a doctor.