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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 special squad within the LAPD that deals with high-profile or particularly sensitive crimes.

Genres:CrimeDrama
Network:TNT

Lowest Rated Episodes Summary

The worst episode of "Major Crimes" is "Conspiracy Theory (1)", rated 7.4/10 from 219 user votes. It was directed by N/A and written by N/A. "Conspiracy Theory (1)" aired on 12/5/2017 and is rated 0.2 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Reloaded".

  • Conspiracy Theory (1)
    7.4/10 219 votes

    #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

  • Reloaded
    7.6/10 445 votes

    #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

  • The Ecstasy and the Agony
    7.6/10 400 votes

    #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

  • Tourist Trap
    7.6/10 248 votes

    #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

  • Off the Wagon
    7.6/10 251 votes

    #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

  • Before and After
    7.7/10 371 votes

    #6 - 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

  • Trial by Fire
    7.7/10 249 votes

    #7 - 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

  • Reality Check
    7.7/10 244 votes

    #8 - 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

  • Present Tense
    7.7/10 272 votes

    #9 - 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

  • Heart Failure
    7.7/10 243 votes

    #10 - 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

  • Quid Pro Quo
    7.7/10 225 votes

    #11 - 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

  • Sanctuary City (1)
    7.7/10 256 votes

    #12 - 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

  • Sanctuary City (2)
    7.7/10 241 votes

    #13 - 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

  • Sanctuary City (3)
    7.7/10 225 votes

    #14 - 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

  • Sanctuary City (4)
    7.7/10 217 votes

    #15 - 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

  • Conspiracy Theory (2)
    7.7/10 220 votes

    #16 - 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

  • D.O.A.
    7.8/10 325 votes

    #17 - 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

  • All In
    7.8/10 279 votes

    #18 - 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

  • Year-End Blowout
    7.8/10 275 votes

    #19 - 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

  • Frozen Assets
    7.8/10 359 votes

    #20 - 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

  • Acting Out
    7.8/10 282 votes

    #21 - 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

  • Thick as Thieves
    7.8/10 233 votes

    #22 - 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

  • Bad Blood
    7.8/10 224 votes

    #23 - 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

  • Sanctuary City (5)
    7.8/10 239 votes

    #24 - Sanctuary City (5)

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 11/28/2017

    As the case of the St. Joseph's Three leads to its unexpected conclusion, Sharon attempts to balance the case, the arrival of her family and her fast approaching wedding to Lt. Andy Flynn.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Shame Game
    7.9/10 338 votes

    #25 - 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