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Major Crimes

2012TV-MA6 seasons7.4 / 10

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.

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Synopsis

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.

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Episode 1

Reloaded

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.

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Episode 2

Before and After

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.

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Episode 3

Medical Causes

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.

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Episode 4

The Ecstasy and the Agony

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.

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Episode 5

Citizen's Arrest

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.

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Episode 6

Out of Bounds

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.

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Episode 7

The Shame Game

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.

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Episode 8

Dismissed with Prejudice

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.

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Episode 9

Cheaters Never Prosper

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.

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Episode 10

Long Shot

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.

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Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026

More about Major Crimes

Cast

Mary McDonnellCaptain Sharon Raydor
G.W. BaileyLt. Louie Provenza
Tony DenisonLt. Andy Flynn
Michael Paul ChanLt. Mike Tao
Raymond CruzDetective Julio Sanchez
Phillip P. KeeneBuzz Watson
Kearran GiovanniAmy Sykes
Graham Patrick MartinRusty Beck

Credits

Created by
James Duff
Written by
Michael Alaimo, Adam Belanoff, James Duff, Ralph Gifford, Carson Moore, Leo Geter, Mike Berchem, Duppy Demetrius, Jim Leonard, Nick Zayas

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
105
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • TNTUnited States
  • Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
  • The Shephard/Robin Company
  • Walking EntropyUnited States

Themes

lapdlos angeles, californiamajor crime unitpolicepolice investigation