The Rookie Sells to WOWOW in Japan, TV 2 in Norway

Entertainment One (eOne) has licensed the hit police drama The Rookie into more than 180 territories worldwide, including recent sales to WOWOW in Japan and TV 2 in Norway.

The Rookie is led by four-time Emmy-nominated actor Nathan Fillion (Castle, Firefly, Modern Family). The new sales come as the series was renewed for a third season by ABC in the U.S.

Internationally, the second season of The Rookie has recently hit record audiences across multiple territories, including the U.K., Spain and Canada.

“As our industry navigates the current climate together, we are working even closer with our distribution partners all around the world to ensure they have the content they need, so that their schedules remain full and their audiences entertained during these unsettling times,” commented Stuart Baxter, president of international distribution at eOne. “We’re delighted The Rookie has become a phenomenal success internationally delivering massive audiences all around the world that keeps on building with each new season.”