September 23, 2015 (2015-09-23) – April 28, 2017 (2017-04-28)
Rosewood is an American police procedural drama series that aired on Fox from September 23, 2015, to April 28, 2017.[1][2] The series was created by Todd Harthan, starring Morris Chestnut as Dr. Beaumont Rosewood Jr., a private pathologist working in Miami, Florida, in high demand with law enforcement.[3] On October 16, 2015, Fox picked up Rosewood for a full season of 22 episodes.[4]
On April 7, 2016, Fox renewed the series for a second season which premiered on September 22, 2016.
On May 9, 2017, Fox cancelled the series after two seasons.[5]
Gabrielle Dennis as Pippy Rosewood, Beaumont's sister.[6] Pippy calls her brother by his nickname of Rosie despite the fact it is a variation of their family name Rosewood.
Anna Konkle as Tara Milly Izikoff (TMI), Pippy's girlfriend/wife[6]
Private pathologist Dr. Beaumont Rosewood is asked to solve the murder of a young woman who was once his mother's student. This forces him to work with new Miami Police Detective Annalise Villa, who has relocated back after the death of her husband.
When an unexpected piece of evidence surfaces in the 305, Rosewood and Villa attempt to solve a serious crime involving a very well-off Miami man. Meanwhile, Rosewood struggles to balance a new romantic interest with the demands of his mother, and Villa runs into trouble on the job.
A series of mysterious deaths pulls Rosewood off the glamorous promenades of South Beach when a troubled young genius stands accused of murder, and the only one who believes in his innocence is Rosewood. He must contend with a colorful new adversary, escalating health problems and a burgeoning romantic relationship, while Villa's inability to connect with people hampers her own ability to investigate the case.
When Rosewood and Villa suspect a brilliant doctor has killed two of his patients, they must find a way to make their case with limited evidence. Meanwhile, Villa spars with Captain Hornstock when he discourages her from pursuing an uncertain case. Also, Rosewood receives an anonymous letter revealing something that could change his life forever.
Rosewood and Villa make it their mission to seek justice for a murder victim who is an ex-con with ties to a Little Haiti gang. Meanwhile, Villa struggles with dreams she's been having, and Rosewood deals with an unexpected turn in his relationship with Kat.
When Captain Hornstock becomes the prime suspect in his third ex-wife's murder, he turns to the only two people he can trust to prove his innocence, Rosewood and Villa, forcing them to repair their severely damaged relationship in hopes of clearing his name. Meanwhile, Shirley's revelations lead to emotional consequences for Rosewood and Pippy.
While testifying for the prosecution during a murder trial, Rosewood engages in a pathology chess match with the expert witness for the defense – his father. Then, when Donna and Beaumont Sr. make an unexpected announcement, it has unforeseen consequences.
Rosewood and Villa are thrust into the underbelly of the everglades when they team up with Hornstock's ex-partner-turned-bounty hunter, Floyd Butters, to catch a murderer. Meanwhile, Pippy is given the opportunity of a lifetime to launch her music career, and Villa tries to reconnect with her mom.
Amidst the glitz and glamour of Miami Fashion Week, there's a plot to kill one of the city's hottest new designers, who turns to Rosewood for help. As the case takes Rosewood and Villa from the catwalk to the perp walk, Rosewood learns of his shared past with the victim. When he enlists the aid of his best friend, Dr. Mike Boyce, Rosewood unintentionally gives Villa the jolt she needs to get back into the dating pool. Potential love also is in the air for Donna, who tries her hand at online dating. Meanwhile, Pippy and TMI find their romance on the skids when Pippy discovers TMI has kept an important secret from her.
Rosewood and Villa dive into the hip Miami art scene to catch a serial killer who is on the cusp of creating a "masterpiece". When TMI's ex-fiancé, FBI Agent Heath Casablanca, joins the hunting party, he threatens to sabotage Pippy and TMI's relationship. Heath also butts heads with Hornstock, who stands to take over as police chief if he can catch the killer. Meanwhile, an impending lawsuit against Rosewood threatens the lifeline of Magic City Lab and forces Donna to take a long hard look at the way her son lives his life. Also, Rosewood tries to protect Villa from his best friend, Mike.
The search for the serial killer takes a very personal turn, as Rosewood and Villa must follow a trail of clues left for Rosie, before another victim falls prey. As things heat up between Villa and Mike, Villa escapes by throwing herself deeper into the case, which inevitably pushes her closer to Rosewood. Meanwhile, Donna intervenes when Pippy decides to give TMI's absentee mother a piece of her mind. Plus, the Chief position is Hornstock's, if he is willing to pay a stiff price.
Hornstock forces Villa to pick a new partner and she immediately clashes with the one assigned to her. After learning she cost Hornstock the Chief job, Villa tries to make herself less of a liability, which reveals a surprising pattern in her life. Meanwhile, the death of a victim forces Pippy to offer her assistance in the investigation and to revisit her past. The case stirs up old wounds for the entire Rosewood family and creates new ones for her and TMI. Meanwhile, Rosewood's slight health scare finds him in search of a new cardiologist.
Rosewood's partnership with Villa faces an uncertain future when she's paired with a recent transfer to the East Miami PD with whom she shares a past. As Villa and her new partner investigate the death of a suburban dentist who ran a yuppie drug ring, Rosewood can't shake the feeling that his "replacement" is more than meets the eye. Meanwhile, a new medical examiner, Dr. Anita Eubanks, is brought in to help with the investigation and Hornstock's insecurities hinder his ability to handle the public relations side of the case, forcing him to turn to an unlikely source for help.
Rosie insists on celebrating his and Villa's nine-and-a-half month anniversary as partners, landing them in the middle of a case involving none other than Julius "Ju-Ju" Beeman, their confidential informant. But, this time, Joo-Joo is the prime suspect. As Rosie and Villa work to uncover the truth, even if it means putting Ju-Ju away for life, Villa discovers a whole new side of him she never saw coming. Meanwhile, Villa's choice for her new home has Rosie worried about the new path she's on, while Pippy and TMI struggle to balance old friends and family.
While at an out-of-town forensic pathology convention, Rosewood unintentionally reveals the blueprint to commit the perfect murder during the keynote speech. Tormented and armed only with a hunch, Rosewood enlists Villa to help solve the crime and, while investigating undercover, sparks fly unexpectedly between them. Hornstock and Floyd Butters are called upon for extra help. Meanwhile, Pippy and TMI have locked themselves in the lab overnight to help with the investigation and TMI receives an unexpected visit from her estranged father.
Rosewood investigates the suspicious death of a man with medical issues similar to his own, forcing him to slightly adjust the tint on his Rosie-colored glasses and confront his own mortality. Also adding to his stress, he finds himself trapped between Donna and his girlfriend/cardiologist, Dr. Erica Kincaid, and their dueling opinions over what's best for Rosewood – medically and personally. Meanwhile, Hornstock enlists the help of Villa as he attempts to reconnect with one of the witnesses linked to the case, his estranged teenage daughter.
Rosewood and Villa investigate the murder of a telenovela star, holding a mirror up to their own relationship as they explore the world of off-screen intrigue. Meanwhile, Erica strong-arms her way into Rosewood's life, much to Donna's chagrin. Then, Rosewood's precious GTO is stolen and Villa reconnects with her mother, Daisie.
Rosewood battles another pathologist on a case involving two bodies and cash found on the beach.[33] Daisie becomes uncontrollable when she moves in with her daughter and Tara has to deal with the friendship of Pippy and Cassie.
The death of a musician and jingle writer mystifies Rosewood and Villa about the cause of his death. Donna suggests Mitchie look into Erica's past.[35]
Rosewood and Villa come close to revealing their true feelings for each other, but Rosewood investigates something significant behind her back.[41] Rosewood and Pippy inquire about Donna's love life and Pippy and Tara end their engagement.[41]
A new captain shakes up the East Miami Police Department; Miami's brash, young mayor gets involved in the investigation when the person he was mentoring is mysteriously murdered.
Rosie and Villa must establish the true identity of a murder victim who appears to have died three years prior; TMI attempts to reconnect with Pippy; Donna struggles to keep a secret from her family.
An investigation into the death of a beautiful Miami model the night after her beachfront photo shoot leads Rosie and Villa into the world of plastic surgery.
The investigation into Gerald's case leads Rosewood and Villa to Cuba, where they confront two new mysteries; TMI brings her former roommate to help decipher evidence.
When a hostage situation emerges at the East Miami Police Department, Rosewood, Villa, and Slade become trapped inside. In order to keep his team alive, Rosewood must solve a medical mystery involving a prison inmate.
Rosewood and Villa unravel an illusory case when an escape artist is found dead in a wooden trunk; Hornstock's time with the East Miami PD may be coming to an end; Rosewood gets to know Adrian to see if he's the right guy for Villa.
A mysterious death in an empty high-rise leads Rosie and Villa to investigate a former child star's inner circle; Rosie feels the effects of Donna's new involvement at Magic City; Hornstock's happier outlook brings his relationship with Rosie to a new level.
When a female astronaut is found dead in a tree, Rosie and Villa launch an investigation into America's space program. Elsewhere, Rosie puts the owner of his match kidney to the test.
Rosie and Villa investigate the death of a frozen princess. Villa's brother begins meeting the important people in her life, but is still not ready to reunite with his mother.
A vigilante in Little Havana causes problems for the EMPD, but the investigation gives Marcos Villa an opportunity to shine. Rosie receives Slade's kidney, but complications arise.
The team tracks down a group of criminals who are suspected of robbing a jewelry store.
Reception
Rosewood has been met with generally negative reviews from critics, despite its good ratings on Fox. On Rotten Tomatoes, season 1 has a rating of 9%, based on 112 reviews, with an average rating of 3.6/10.[65]Metacritic gave season one of the shows a score of 37 out of 100, based on 23 reviews, signifying "generally unfavorable reviews".[66]
