Global along with ABC have announced that they’re renewing the popular homegrown cop drama “Rookie Blue” for a fifth season.
The series, which is the most watched show in its timeslot since returning in May, will see its next season airing in 2014.
“We’re delighted to ‘renew the blue’ for fans and continue our partnership with ABC on a fifth season, a major feat for Canadian television,” said Barbara Williams, Senior Vice President of Content at Shaw Media, in a press release. “With addictive plotlines and relatable characters, ‘Rookie Blue’ has all the hallmarks of a perfect series and has become a cornerstone of the Global Summer schedule.”
The program, which is filmed in Toronto, stars Missy Peregrym (“Heroes,” “Reaper”), Gregory Smith (“Everwood”), Charlotte Sullivan (“The Kennedys”), Enuka Okuma (“24”), Travis Milne (“Leslie,” “My Name is Evil”), and Peter Mooney (“Camelot,” “Falcon Beach”).
The fifth season of the series will start development in the fall and will move into production in January 2014.
Photo: Rookie Blue/Global
