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The Best Episodes of Major Crimes Season 1

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The Best Episodes of Major Crimes Season 1

Major Crimes explores how the American justice system approaches the art of the deals as law enforcement officers and prosecutors work together to score a...

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  1. 8.4/10(354 votes)

    #1 - Long Shot

    S1:E10

    Season Finale. When a peaceful ceremony turns deadly, Major Crimes and the FBI team up to track down a dangerous sniper. And Raydor negotiates a deal that even Provenza can get behind.

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  2. 8.3/10(365 votes)

    #2 - Citizen's Arrest

    S1:E5

    When a kidnapping turns deadly, the squad scrambles to crack the case and turns to a district attorney for help. Meanwhile, DNA evidence shows that Rusty has connections to the justice system.

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  3. 8.3/10(365 votes)

    #3 - Dismissed with Prejudice

    S1:E8

    When a murder conviction is overturned after eight years, Tao is forced to question his past actions. And Rusty struggles to be himself during his first outing with his father, Daniel Dunn.

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  4. 8.1/10(379 votes)

    #4 - Medical Causes

    S1:E3

    The facts become blurry in a case involving a fatal car crash at a nightclub. Meanwhile, Rusty can finally look forward to his mother's return.

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  5. 8.1/10(334 votes)

    #5 - Out of Bounds

    S1:E6

    The aftermath of a deadly shooting on gang turf finds Raydor making a daring maneuver that could threaten her career and jeopardize Det. Sykes' life. Elsewhere, Rusty makes it quite apparent that he has no interest in meeting his biological father.

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  6. 8.0/10(339 votes)

    #6 - Cheaters Never Prosper

    S1:E9

    A man from Las Vegas is found dead after an apparent overdose, but the facts become unclear as gritty details begin to unfold. Meanwhile, a series of strange events leave Rusty and Raydor wondering if Dunn (Ian Bohen) can be trusted.

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  8. 7.9/10(347 votes)

    #7 - The Shame Game

    S1:E7

    When an activist to end human trafficking is murdered, the investigation leads to a possible eyewitness, a young prostitute wanting to get out of the business, and the pimp she works for becomes their primary suspect. Meanwhile, child services arrange a meeting between Rusty and his father, against Rusty's wishes.

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  9. 7.7/10(382 votes)

    #8 - Before and After

    S1:E2

    Growing pains within Major Crimes become apparent as the division works to obtain justice in a brutal homicide that turns out to be more complicated than expected. Raydor struggles to gain the respect of her colleagues while also trying to supervise Rusty 24/7. The changes within the department may become more than Provenza can accept.

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  10. 7.6/10(455 votes)

    #9 - Reloaded

    S1:E1

    The department is still reeling with the recent departure of Deputy Chief Brenda Lee Johnson, creating a tough transition for the newly appointed head of Major Crimes, Captain Sharon Raydor. But there is little time for adjustment as the department rushes to reach a plea bargain when a string of grocery store robberies turns fatal. After proving to be a valuable source for the case, undercover police detective and military veteran Detective Amy Sykes is transferred to Major Crimes. Meanwhile, Raydor takes a big step to protect teenager Rusty Beck after he runs away from his foster family.

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  11. 7.6/10(410 votes)

    #10 - The Ecstasy and the Agony

    S1:E4

    The unit joins forces with the FBI when a homicide case spins around the Israeli mob and an "intuitive life strategist." Elsewhere, Provenza displays his vulnerable side, and Rusty's first school day takes an unexpected turn.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Long Shot" is the best rated episode of "Major Crimes" season 1. It scored 8.4/10 based on 354 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 10/15/2012. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Citizen's Arrest".