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The Best Episodes of Major Crimes Season 1

Every episode of Major Crimes Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover 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...
Genres:CrimeDrama
Network:TNT

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Reloaded" is the best rated episode of "Major Crimes" season 1. It scored 7.6/10 based on 446 votes. Directed by Michael M. Robin and written by James Duff, it aired on 8/13/2012. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Before and After".

  • Reloaded
    7.6/10446 votes

    #1 - Reloaded

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/13/2012

    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.

    Director: Michael M. Robin

    Writer: James Duff

  • Before and After
    7.7/10373 votes

    #2 - Before and After

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 8/20/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Medical Causes
    8.1/10369 votes

    #3 - Medical Causes

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/27/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Ecstasy and the Agony
    7.6/10402 votes

    #4 - The Ecstasy and the Agony

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 9/3/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Citizen's Arrest
    8.3/10359 votes

    #5 - Citizen's Arrest

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 9/10/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Out of Bounds
    8.1/10328 votes

    #6 - Out of Bounds

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 9/17/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Shame Game
    7.9/10341 votes

    #7 - The Shame Game

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 9/24/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Dismissed with Prejudice
    8.3/10359 votes

    #8 - Dismissed with Prejudice

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 10/1/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Cheaters Never Prosper
    8.0/10332 votes

    #9 - Cheaters Never Prosper

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 10/8/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Long Shot
    8.4/10347 votes

    #10 - Long Shot

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 10/15/2012

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A