7.4/10220 votesLoading...#1 - Conspiracy Theory (1)
Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 12/5/2017
When a well-known attorney, celebrated for her defense of oppressed women is found dead, there are no shortage of high-profile suspects, including her son, her ex-husband, a film director whose career she helped destroy and a former football player whose sports bars/restaurant chain, Tackles, features scantily clad women. Meanwhile, Rusty and Gus confront issues in their relationship.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/10446 votesLoading...#2 - 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
7.6/10402 votesLoading...#3 - 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
7.6/10249 votesLoading...#4 - Tourist Trap
Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 7/25/2016
The city's tourist industry is threatened by an English journalist when a pair of British tourists are attacked on their second honeymoon in Venice Beach; Rusty's biological mother tries to make peace with him.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/10252 votesLoading...#5 - Off the Wagon
Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 8/15/2016
Lts. Andy Flynn and Mike Tao delve into the mysterious overdose of a young Hollywood star and the trail of emotional destruction he left in his wake, while Rusty finally comes to a conclusion about how to handle the pregnancy of his biological mother.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/10242 votesLoading...#6 - Sanctuary City (2)
Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 11/7/2017
While the search for the missing boys continues, the squad faces off with an untrustworthy priest, an angry ex-husband and threats from the FBI; Rusty startles Flynn and Sharon with a surprising request.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10373 votesLoading...#7 - 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
7.7/10281 votesLoading...#8 - All In
Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 12/9/2013
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
Writer: Mike Berchem, James Duff
7.7/10252 votesLoading...#9 - Trial by Fire
Season 3 Episode 14 - Aired 12/15/2014
There is a miscarriage of justice when a gang banger is acquitted of murder and released from custody. Sharon’s ex-husband, Jack Raydor represents the suspect in a subsequent murder. Rusty takes a chance when the guy he has a crush on visits the station.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10246 votesLoading...#10 - Reality Check
Season 4 Episode 13 - Aired 11/16/2015
Sharon and the team investigate a murder during the taping of a reality competition show pitting married couples against each other. The case has a profound effect on Sanchez, bringing back memories of his late wife. Meanwhile, Rusty meets Slider's lawyer.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10235 votesLoading...#11 - Thick as Thieves
Season 4 Episode 16 - Aired 12/7/2015
With Flynn on desk duty as he recovers from injuries, Sharon and the team investigate the murder of a fugitive diamond thief whose body was found by his bail bondsmen. Rusty is put in a tight spot when his relationship with Slider is discovered by Marianna's brother.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10273 votesLoading...#12 - Present Tense
Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 6/13/2016
The squad investigates the disappearance of a teenage girl who vanished while volunteering at a homeless shelter; Buzz opens the cold case file on the murder of his father and uncle; Andy Flynn considers selling his house.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10244 votesLoading...#13 - Heart Failure
Season 5 Episode 14 - Aired 2/22/2017
When Captain Sharon Raydor and the Major Crimes Division investigate the murder of a young woman found in the LA River, their case is not only impeded by a secretive PI working for a tech industry millionaire, but also by Deputy Chief Winnie Davis, who regards Sharon as competition for the promotion to Assistant Chief of the LAPD.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10226 votesLoading...#14 - Quid Pro Quo
Season 5 Episode 16 - Aired 3/8/2017
A murder case goes sideways at trial when defense attorney Linda Rothman is able to destroy Det. Amy Sykes' credibility on the stand. Helping Rothman as a defense investigator is Amy's old nemesis, Mark Hickman.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10257 votesLoading...#15 - Sanctuary City (1)
Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 10/31/2017
When three fifteen-year-old boys vanish from a Catholic school field trip, new Asst. Chief Mason orders Major Crimes to treat their disappearance as a critical missing. Meanwhile, Sharon receives more evidence that Phillip Stroh may be returning to Los Angeles.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10226 votesLoading...#16 - Sanctuary City (3)
Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 11/14/2017
As Major Crimes continues to search for the remaining St. Joseph's Three, Sharon finds her personal life threatening her career.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10218 votesLoading...#17 - Sanctuary City (4)
Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 11/21/2017
While dealing with a difficult personal matter, Raydor continues to investigate the disappearance of the St. Joseph's Three, their relationship with an overly protective priest and the possibility that two of the 15-year-old boys could be killers.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10221 votesLoading...#18 - Conspiracy Theory (2)
Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 12/12/2017
As the squad investigates the mysterious death of a second woman related to the Tackles case, and a new theory materializes, Sharon faces a health setback. Meanwhile, Gus reacts unexpectedly to Rusty's partial solution to their ongoing relationship problems.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.8/10327 votesLoading...#19 - D.O.A.
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 7/8/2013
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.8/10278 votesLoading...#20 - Year-End Blowout
Season 2 Episode 17 - Aired 12/30/2013
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
Writer: Leo Geter, Carson Moore, Ralph Gifford
7.8/10360 votesLoading...#21 - Frozen Assets
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 6/23/2014
The Major Crimes division faces a new challenge as they work to solve the murder of a dog that was left a 20 million dollar estate by his deceased owner. With the help of wannabe detective Jonathan Baird, aka Dick Tracy, the case takes a new turn as the squad begins to suspect foul play in the death of the dog's owner, a wealthy heiress.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.8/10285 votesLoading...#22 - Acting Out
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 12/8/2014
A Hollywood comeback is interrupted when a former child star is found dead on skid row, leaving the director of the actor’s current movie and his manager as prime suspects. Flynn’s daughter comes to visit and the true nature of Sharon and Flynn’s relationship comes to light.
Director: Sheelin Choksey
Writer: Adam Belanoff
7.8/10257 votesLoading...#23 - Personal Effects
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 7/13/2015
When the squad comes across a pile of bones, they fall into a web of connections as they find their victim has an unnerving past. Rusty continues to pursue his investigation of the Alice case with the help of a new friend. Meanwhile, Rusty also gets roped into helping Provenza make a major move.
Director: Sylvain White
Writer: Michael Alaimo
7.8/10249 votesLoading...#24 - N.S.F.W.
Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 6/20/2016
The murder of a Sex Crimes detective leads Major Crimes into the world of pornography; Rusty's biological mother returns with some surprising news.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.8/10225 votesLoading...#25 - Bad Blood
Season 5 Episode 18 - Aired 3/22/2017
Sharon's son, Ricky, comes home for a surprise visit while Major Crimes investigates what looks like the "follow home" murder of a retired LAPD fraud detective, who may have been murdered for an arrest she made decades ago.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Worst Episodes of Major Crimes
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Network:TNT
Worst Episodes Summary
"Conspiracy Theory (1)" is the worst rated episode of "Major Crimes". It scored 7.4/10 based on 220 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 12/5/2017. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Reloaded".