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The Best Episodes of Major Crimes Season 2

Every episode of Major Crimes Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Major Crimes Season 2!

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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 conviction. Los Angeles Police Captain Sharon Raydor heads up a

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 19 - Return to Sender (2)
    8.8/10(391 votes)

    S2:E19

    The Major Crimes unit draws closer to finding a dangerous serial killer. Rusty faces his biggest challenge yet when he bravely takes the stand against Phillip Stroh. Complicating the case further, the team goes head to head with Linda Rothman, a tough, powerful attorney who doesn't let morals stand in her way of winning a case.

    Director:James Duff
    Writer:Adam Belanoff

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  2. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 9 - There's No Place Like Home
    8.6/10(531 votes)

    S2:E9

    Provenza faces possible permanent desk duty while the squad investigates the suspicious death of a loathsome ICE agent which brings them into contact with the residents of an ancient apartment complex nicknamed La Shangri-la.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 18 - Return to Sender (1)
    8.6/10(376 votes)

    S2:E18

    The squad must work quickly to track down a serial killer before he strikes again. Meanwhile, things get dangerous over a game of chess.

    Director:Rick Wallace
    Writer:Michael Alaimo

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  4. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 8 - The Deep End
    8.4/10(432 votes)

    S2:E8

    The media goes into a frenzy over race relations when the body of a young Latino man is found at the home of a white award-winning swimming coach. Flynn struggles with an emotional dilemma on the eve of his daughter's wedding. Kris' mother pays Raydor a visit to discuss some concerns.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 11 - Poster Boy
    8.4/10(442 votes)

    S2:E11

    The team works strategically to capture a spree killer who has put everyone on high alert. Trying to solve the case quickly, Raydor is torn between two seemingly right decisions, each of which comes with major consequences. Meanwhile, Rusty is given some extra freedom, but more threats leave him afraid to stray far from home.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 3 - Under the Influence
    8.3/10(404 votes)

    S2:E3

    A meddling television writer-producer accompanies Sanchez and Tao on a ride-along so he can get an inside look at the LAPD. But what starts out as a simple outing quickly gets out of hand. And Rusty employs some unfair help when his teacher makes him re-write an essay.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 4 - I, Witness
    8.2/10(412 votes)

    S2:E4

    The LAPD flies a material witness into Los Angeles to testify, but in a horrible turn of events their witness winds up as the key suspect in an entirely new murder. Personal and professional stress takes a toll on Flynn. And the squad takes bets when Rusty brings a girl from class to hang out with him at the department.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 13 - Jailbait
    8.2/10(350 votes)

    S2:E13

    When a newly released prisoner misses two back-to-back parole meetings, the squad is called in to track him down after the suspect’s therapist expresses concerns over his mental state. Meanwhile, Sharon invites therapist Dr. Joe Bowman to the office to evaluate Rusty over a game of chess.

    Director:Michael M. Robin
    Writers:Ralph Gifford, Carson Moore

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  9. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 15 - Curve Ball
    8.2/10(358 votes)

    S2:E15

    Christmas vacation is interrupted for the Major Crimes Division when a baseball scout is found dead in his RV. The squad works through the murder case, unfolding a complicated kidnapping scheme. Meanwhile, Rusty opens up to Dr. Joe about his mom.

    Director:Jon Tenney
    Writer:Michael Alaimo

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  10. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 2 - False Pretenses
    8.0/10(377 votes)

    S2:E2

    A complex murder-suicide case has the department reeling. Meanwhile, when Rusty receives a mysterious and threatening letter Emma demands that he be relocated. Torn between her desire to protect Rusty and professional duty to the case, Raydor is forced to seriously consider Emma’s request.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 6 - Boys Will Be Boys
    8.0/10(438 votes)

    S2:E6

    When a child with gender dysphoria goes missing, the Major Crimes division scrambles to solve the emotional case before it's too late. Torn between several suspects, the squad has to be careful as it tries to connect the evidence to a dangerous bully. Meanwhile, Jack Raydor attempts to make up for years of lousy parenting.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 10 - Backfire
    8.0/10(372 votes)

    S2:E10

    In a case that hits a little too close to home for Rusty, a 19-year-old prostitute is brutally murdered. The squad rushes to reach a deal with the remorseless killer they believe is part of a larger criminal enterprise. Their efforts, however, do not sit well with the judge assigned to the case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 1 - Final Cut
    7.9/10(419 votes)

    S2:E1

    The squad scrambles to garner a confession when the pregnant wife of a big-time film director is found murdered. Meanwhile, just as things seem to fall into place under Raydor’s leadership, new Deputy D.A. Emma Rios challenges Raydor’s intentions as Rusty’s guardian.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 7 - Rules of Engagement
    7.9/10(373 votes)

    S2:E7

    In a case that brings gang violence and social profiling to the forefront, the squad realizes that things are not always as they seem. Complicating matters further, Sharon offers Jack the opportunity to be a court-appointed attorney in the case. Meanwhile, Rusty expresses apprehension about meeting Kris' parents.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 12 - Pick Your Poison
    7.9/10(367 votes)

    S2:E12

    After a bad batch of drugs claims the lives of two brothers, the race is on for the squad to find the dealer before more of their fellow high school students are threatened. Feeling smothered by his new around-the-clock security detail, Rusty faces a big decision.

    Director:Steve Robin
    Writer:Jim Leonard

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  16. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 16 - Risk Assessment
    7.9/10(334 votes)

    S2:E16

    When a well-off graduate student gets shot to death in a gang-riddled neighborhood, the Major Crimes Division must work with the FBI, including Fritz Howard, to find his killer. Throughout the investigation, it is revealed how each member of the unit became interested in joining the police force.

    Director:Stacey K. Black
    Writer:Duppy Demetrius

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  17. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 17 - Year-End Blowout
    7.9/10(329 votes)

    S2:E17

    A year-end blowout sale becomes literal for a used-car lot after one of its owners is killed when a bomb explodes. While the squad tries to find who is responsible, Rusty dons a bullet-proof vest under the watchful eye of Lt. Chuck Cooper, an SIS (Special Investigation Section) supervisor, in an attempt to catch the person responsible for threatening his and Sharon’s life.

    Director:David McWhirter
    Writers:Ralph Gifford, Carson Moore, Leo Geter

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  18. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 5 - D.O.A.
    7.8/10(375 votes)

    S2:E5

    The squad investigates a brutal murder, but they soon find that dark secrets are at the root of an apparent drug bust gone wrong. Meanwhile, Raydor’s estranged husband of 25 years returns to Los Angeles to work as a court-appointed attorney. Charming and charismatic, Jack becomes fast friends with Rusty but Sharon continues to remain wary.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 14 - All In
    7.8/10(331 votes)

    S2:E14

    When a body turns up at a posh country club in a quiet neighborhood, the squad’s investigation leads them down a money trail full of surprises. Flynn is noticeably distracted on the job, and Emma’s actions have Rusty questioning her intentions, causing him to distrust her even more.

    Director:Anthony Hemingway
    Writers:James Duff, Mike Berchem

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Return to Sender (2)" is the best rated episode of "Major Crimes" season 2. It scored 8.8/10 based on 391 votes. Directed by James Duff and written by Adam Belanoff, it aired on 1/13/2014. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "There's No Place Like Home".