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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Major Crimes Season 6 Episode 6 - Conspiracy Theory (1)
    7.5/10(250 votes)

    #1 - Conspiracy Theory (1)

    S6:E6

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Major Crimes Season 1 Episode 1 - Reloaded
    7.6/10(535 votes)

    #2 - 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.

    Director:Michael M. Robin
    Writer:James Duff

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  3. Major Crimes Season 1 Episode 4 - The Ecstasy and the Agony
    7.6/10(459 votes)

    #3 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Major Crimes Season 1 Episode 2 - Before and After
    7.7/10(431 votes)

    #4 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 5 - D.O.A.
    7.7/10(370 votes)

    #5 - D.O.A.

    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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  6. Major Crimes Season 3 Episode 14 - Trial by Fire
    7.7/10(287 votes)

    #6 - Trial by Fire

    S3:E14

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Major Crimes Season 4 Episode 13 - Reality Check
    7.7/10(282 votes)

    #7 - Reality Check

    S4:E13

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Major Crimes Season 4 Episode 16 - Thick as Thieves
    7.7/10(271 votes)

    #8 - Thick as Thieves

    S4:E16

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Major Crimes Season 5 Episode 1 - Present Tense
    7.7/10(306 votes)

    #9 - Present Tense

    S5:E1

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Major Crimes Season 5 Episode 6 - Tourist Trap
    7.7/10(284 votes)

    #10 - Tourist Trap

    S5:E6

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Major Crimes Season 5 Episode 8 - Off the Wagon
    7.7/10(288 votes)

    #11 - Off the Wagon

    S5:E8

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Major Crimes Season 5 Episode 14 - Heart Failure
    7.7/10(275 votes)

    #12 - Heart Failure

    S5:E14

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Major Crimes Season 5 Episode 16 - Quid Pro Quo
    7.7/10(257 votes)

    #13 - Quid Pro Quo

    S5:E16

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Major Crimes Season 6 Episode 2 - Sanctuary City (2)
    7.7/10(272 votes)

    #14 - Sanctuary City (2)

    S6:E2

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Major Crimes Season 6 Episode 3 - Sanctuary City (3)
    7.7/10(258 votes)

    #15 - Sanctuary City (3)

    S6:E3

    As Major Crimes continues to search for the remaining St. Joseph's Three, Sharon finds her personal life threatening her career.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Major Crimes Season 6 Episode 7 - Conspiracy Theory (2)
    7.7/10(248 votes)

    #16 - Conspiracy Theory (2)

    S6:E7

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 14 - All In
    7.8/10(324 votes)

    #17 - All In

    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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  18. Major Crimes Season 3 Episode 3 - Frozen Assets
    7.8/10(415 votes)

    #18 - Frozen Assets

    S3:E3

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Major Crimes Season 5 Episode 18 - Bad Blood
    7.8/10(257 votes)

    #19 - Bad Blood

    S5:E18

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Major Crimes Season 6 Episode 1 - Sanctuary City (1)
    7.8/10(289 votes)

    #20 - Sanctuary City (1)

    S6:E1

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Major Crimes Season 6 Episode 4 - Sanctuary City (4)
    7.8/10(245 votes)

    #21 - Sanctuary City (4)

    S6:E4

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Major Crimes Season 1 Episode 7 - The Shame Game
    7.9/10(390 votes)

    #22 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 1 - Final Cut
    7.9/10(411 votes)

    #23 - Final Cut

    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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  24. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 7 - Rules of Engagement
    7.9/10(366 votes)

    #24 - Rules of Engagement

    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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  25. Major Crimes Season 2 Episode 12 - Pick Your Poison
    7.9/10(359 votes)

    #25 - Pick Your Poison

    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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Conspiracy Theory (1)" is the worst rated episode of "Major Crimes". It scored 7.5/10 based on 250 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/5/2017. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Reloaded".