Spoiler alert: The following article contains spoilers from The Rookie season 7, episode 13, "Three Billboards."The Rookie's best moments. Other times, season 7's episodes are rather forgettable, cluttered, and reminiscent of the mess that was season 6. As for The Rookie season 7, episode 13, the latest hour falls somewhere in the middle.

Many things happen in "Three Billboards" — Nolan and Bailey seek progress in their adoption journey; Miles reunites with his former teammate, who is now a multi-millionaire football star playing for the Los Angeles Chargers; Celina goes out on patrol alone for the first time and takes a big step with her boyfriend, Rodge; Lucy is worried about Rachel's erratic, self-sabotage behavior; and the Rookie season 7 characters (specifically Nolan, Lopez, and Harper) discover billboards framing them as dirty cops. Overall, it's an eventful episode. However, that doesn't make every storyline told in the hour particularly memorable.

The Rookie Finally Gives Miles Some Well-Deserved Love

The New Character Has Been A Highlight Of Season 7

The Rookie's cast in a long time, and he finally receives some well-deserved attention in episode 13. When the ABC series introduced two new rookies during the premiere, Miles appeared to be the one everyone would hate. However, as the episodes continued, season 7 further developed his character. We learned that Miles is so much more than just an arrogant ex-football star who ed the force because his initial dreams didn't come true, as seen in "Three Billboards."

After many seasons of The Rookie, Bradford finally has his permanent Lucy replacement (being his "boot," not his lover), and Miles couldn't be more perfect for the job.

Miles gets a glimpse of what his life would have been like in The Rookie season 7, episode 13, when he runs into his former teammate. At first, Miles longs for his friend's glamorous life. However, as the episode progresses, Deric Augustine's Rookie season 7 character learns he is right where he was always meant to be, with the LAPD.

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Miles finally lets go of his past and looks ahead to his future. Bradford helps him do so, and it's clear that the two men are forming a close bond, despite the training officer's strict teaching style. After many seasons of The Rookie, Bradford finally has his permanent Lucy replacement (being his "boot," not his lover), and Miles couldn't be more perfect for the job.

The Rookie Season 7, Episode 13 Has Some Exciting Moments But Isn't All That Memorable

A Lot Happens In "Three Billboards"

Despite Miles' worthwhile progress in The Rookie season 7, episode 13, the hour isn't all that memorable. Yes, it's entertaining overall, especially after connecting the "case of the week" with Miles' story. However, other parts of "Three Billboards" either don't make much sense or will be forgotten by the time episode 14 rolls around.

Nolan and Bailey's The Rookie season 7 adoption arc is meant to be exciting and devastating. Instead, it seemingly ends with a whimper instead of tears. Because of their dangerous jobs, they likely won't be able to adopt a child. So, Nolan and Bailey attempt to make light of the situation by acknowledging how lucky they are to do their dream jobs. However, it's unclear whether this is the end of Nolan and Bailey's journey or if a miracle will come around, resulting in them becoming parents.

Elsewhere, we're reminded that Rachel is back in town, despite no mention or sighting of her since The Rookie season 7, episode 3. Rachel's return serves no purpose in the show, not even for Lucy's own development. Rachel's appearance is seemingly just a check-in with her character, which is unnecessary, given that she hasn't been a significant presence on the series since season 2.

One Of The Most Intriguing Parts Of The Rookie Episode Is Liam Glasser

Glasser Is Only Briefly Mentioned

In addition to Miles' screen time in The Rookie season 7, episode 13, one other aspect of the hour makes up for its more tedious developments — the return of Seth Gabel's Liam Glasser. Well, at least, the promise of his return. At the end of the hour, Wesley reveals that The Rookie villain was behind the defamatory billboards. Apparently, Glasser's trial is coming up, and he wants to discredit the cops who put him away. The Rookie isn't done with Glasser yet, which is the best news that could have come out of the episode.

New episodes of The Rookie season 7 air Tuesdays at 9pm ET on ABC.

The Rookie Season 7, Episode 13

TV-14

Crime

Drama

Comedy

7/10

317

9.2/10

Release Date

October 16, 2018

7/10

317

9.2/10

The Rookie follows John Nolan, a small-town man who embarks on a new career as an LAPD officer after a life-changing event. As the force's oldest rookie, Nolan faces skepticism from superiors who view his pursuit as a midlife crisis.

Cast

Andy Mackenzie

Creator(s)

Alexi Hawley

Pros & Cons

• The Rookie season 7 finally explores more of Miles' character
• Teasing Glasser's return is enough to make me excited for the coming episodes
• The show does a good job of developing Celina's character outside of being a rookie

• Nolan and Bailey's adoption arc seemingly ends with a whimper
• Rachel's return still doesn't make much sense
• The Thorsen mention is more annoying than exciting because it's a reminder of how the show did him dirty