The Rookies (1972)

Concrete Valley, Neon Sky

Season 1, Episode 2, Aired 9/11/72

Episode Summary

In the introductory episode of the series, the presence of several street gangs contributes to a tension-filled atmosphere. The Rookies are assigned the challenge of maintaining order amongst the rivaling street gangs, with Willie Gillis offering to take on the role of mediator between the gangs.

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Georg Stanford Brown

Officer Terry Webster
Sam Melville

Officer Mike Danko
Michael Ontkean

Officer Willie Gillis

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Trivia
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- The officers work out of Police Station No. 7. Edit
- During one of the basketball sequences, the Harlem Globetrotters theme song, Sweet Georgia Brown, is played. The song was written by Maceo Pinkard (music) and Kenneth Casey (words). Edit
- Regular Casting Director Bert Remsen is incorrectly billed as Cert Remsen in this episode. Edit
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- Additional Credits for all episodes: Wardrobe provided By: THE GAP Automobiles Furnished By: Chrysler Corp. This has been a Spelling-Goldberg Production. Edit
- Kate Jackson and Gerald S. O'Loughlin took over the roles of Jill Danko and Lt. Ryker, which were originally played by Darrin McGavin and Jennifer Billingsley in the pilot. Edit
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- Terry: Hey, come on. We're supposed to roll. Willie: Yeah, just give me a minute. Terry: For what? Willie: I want to make sure I've some ideas of the main streets in the neighborhood. I've never been through there; and I, ah, can't think of anything more embarrassing than a cop getting lost. Can you? Terry: Got the perfect out for you. You ride passenger, and I'll drive. Willie: You know that part of town? Terry: Oh, do I know that part of town. Easy area to get lost in, in a lot of ways. Willie: It's a mean place, huh? Terry: (sarcastically) Oh, no. It's just as nice and calm as can be William. Edit
- Willie: So, how do we log this, disturbing the peace? Terry: Well, take a look around you Willie, not much peace around, just an occasional break in the war. Edit
- Terry: He in? Officer: He is. Terry: Good mood, bad mood? Officer: His mood. Terry: Very encouraging. Edit
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- John Wayne Refers to the world famous, Academy Award-winning American actor. Wayne (1907-1979), who epitomized rugged masculinity, is famous for his distinctive gait, voice and physical presence. Randolph Scott Refers to the American motion picture actor who was primarily know for his roles in Westerns. Scott's (1898-1987) career spanned five decades, from 1928 to 1962. Edit