Episode guide

The Rookies: Season 3

24 episodes · first aired Sep 9, 1974

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1 An Ugly Way to Die Sep 9, 1974 · 1h 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…
2 Key Witness Sep 23, 1974 · 1h 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…
3 Legacy of Death Sep 30, 1974 · 1h 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.
4 Death at 6 A.M. Oct 7, 1974 · 1h 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…
5 Walk a Tightrope Oct 21, 1974 · 1h 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.
6 Judgment Oct 28, 1974 · 1h 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…
7 Johnny Lost His Gun Nov 4, 1974 · 1h Mike is alarmed to find out from his wife and fellow rookies that an old Air Force friend of his is a heroin pusher.
8 Prelude to Vengeance Nov 11, 1974 · 1h 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…
9 Vendetta Nov 18, 1974 · 1h 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.
10 The Old Neighborhood Nov 25, 1974 · 1h Lt. Ryker steps from behind his desk to investigate a protection racket in the neighborhood where he grew up.
11 A Test of Courage Dec 2, 1974 · 1h The Rookies must find those responsible for holding up gun shops throughout the city.
12 The Assassin Dec 9, 1974 · 1h 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…
13 Blue Christmas Dec 16, 1974 · 1h 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…
14 Take Over Dec 30, 1974 · 1h 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…
15 The Saturday Night Special Jan 13, 1975 · 1h 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.
16 The Hunting Ground Jan 20, 1975 · 1h 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.
17 Solomon's Dilemma Jan 27, 1975 · 1h 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…
18 Angel Feb 3, 1975 · 1h The rookies must find ample evidence to arrest Tommy, who introduces young girls into unsavory careers for monetary gain.
19 The Shield Feb 10, 1975 · 1h The rookies are involved in a case of mistaken identity when they charge the wrong man with the murder of a policeman.
20 S.W.A.T. (1) Feb 17, 1975 · 1h 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…
21 S.W.A.T. (2) Feb 17, 1975 · 1h 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…
22 A Deadly Image Feb 24, 1975 · 1h 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…
23 Cliffy Mar 3, 1975 · 1h 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.
24 Nightmare Mar 17, 1975 · 1h 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…