TV series
The law is just a suggestion.
The story of an inner-city Los Angeles police precinct where some of the cops aren't above breaking the rules or working against their associates to both keep the streets safe and their self-interests intact.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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The story of an inner-city Los Angeles police precinct where some of the cops aren't above breaking the rules or working against their associates to both keep the streets safe and their self-interests intact.
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Episode 1
Vic challenges Shane and deals with threats to his family; a federal agent arrives in Farmington to investigate a recent wave of violence.
Directed by Guy FerlandWritten by Kurt SutterGuest stars Laurie Holden, Michele Hicks, Jos Viramontes, Necar Zadegan, Hector Luis Bustamante, Raff Anoushian, Chaney Kley, Matt Corboy
Episode 2
As a local gang war heats up, Vic positions himself as a valuable commodity to the warring parties; Corrine and Cassidy confront Vic.
Directed by Gwyneth Horder-PaytonWritten by Gary LennonGuest stars Mike Gomez, Laurie Holden, William Charlton, Hector Luis Bustamante, Scoot McNairy, Chaney Kley, L. Michael Burt, Ludwig Manukian
Episode 3
Vic works an angle to make himself valuable to the Armenian mob; Corrine finds herself in a surprising legal jam; Tina targets a producer of adult entertainment.
Directed by Terrence O'HaraWritten by Adam FierroGuest stars Nancy Youngblut, Joseph D. Reitman, Adam Donshik, Laurie Holden, Yorgo Constantine, Michele Hicks, Larry Clarke, Alle Ghadban
Episode 4
The gang war erupts in unexpected ways that Vic cannot control; Dutch and Billings' homicide investigation grows into something more disturbing; Cassidy reaches out to Danny.
Directed by Dean WhiteWritten by Lisa RandolphGuest stars Jose Pablo Cantillo, Kyle Gallner, Laurie Holden, Frances Fisher, Ludwig Manukian, Michael Bofshever, F.J. Rio, Autumn Chiklis
Episode 5
Claudette encounters a murderous old nemesis; Vic confronts Olivia about her political connections; Dutch's case gets personal.
Directed by Michael ChiklisWritten by Charles H. EgleeGuest stars Tanner Richie, Bob Morrisey, Kyle Gallner, Laurie Holden, Frances Fisher, J.C. MacKenzie, James Hiroyuki Liao, Kimberly McCullough
Episode 6
Vic sets into motion plans to end the gang threat as his relationship with Cassidy deteriorates; Dutch and Billings investigate a possible sleepwalking murderer.
Directed by Gwyneth Horder-PaytonWritten by Angela Russo-Otstot, John HlavinGuest stars Chelse Swain, Jose Pablo Cantillo, Laurie Holden, Sal Lopez, Scott Michael Campbell, Luis Villalta, Michele Hicks, Brian J. White
Episode 7
A prostitute from Vic's past is the key to taking down a violent drug dealer; Dutch worries about Claudette's health; Danny takes drastic measures to protect her child.
Directed by Stephen KayWritten by Charles H. EgleeGuest stars Mageina Tovah, Laurie Holden, Paul Dillon, J.C. MacKenzie, Melanie Myers, Michele Hicks, Patrick St. Esprit, Katie Grant
Episode 8
A local priest may be protecting drug dealers; Dutch and Billings close in on attempted cop killers; Corrine learns uncomfortable truths about Vic.
Directed by Guy FerlandWritten by Kurt Sutter, Gary LennonGuest stars Laurie Holden, Brandon Fobbs, Silas Weir Mitchell, Paul Dillon, Melanie Myers, Michele Hicks, Billoah Greene, Yasmine Abriel
Episode 9
Vic closes in on Shane, Mara and their sick young son; Claudette dismantles the Strike Team; Pezuela offers Acevada "assistance" for his mayoral campaign; Rita Denton (Frances Fisher) comes on to Dutch; and Billings' ex-wife and daughter are fearful when a registered sex offender moves into their neighborhood.
Directed by Rohn SchmidtWritten by Adam Fierro, Lisa RandolphGuest stars Francesco Quinn, Laurie Holden, Frances Fisher, Paul Dillon, Ronnie Gene Blevins, Cooper Huckabee, Natalie Dreyfuss, Michele Hicks
Episode 10
Vic and Ronnie are using up every last method, illegal or otherwise available; to find Shane. Mackey assures Aceveda that he still the main player to to take down Beltran as Pezuela connection. Corinne makes a decision about the last call with Mara. Meanwhile Aceveda has to prove himself to someone.
Directed by Gwyneth Horder-PaytonWritten by Angela Russo-Otstot, John HlavinGuest stars Frank Ashmore, Francesco Quinn, Delane Matthews, Laurie Holden, Michele Hicks, Nigel Gibbs, F.J. Rio, Ben Hernandez Bray
Episode 11
As everything falls into place for the sting operation to bring Vic down, Shane is desperate for money. Back at the Barn, Ronnie tries to intercept a blackmail package, and Aceveda begins to question Pezuela's "suicide."
Directed by Craig BrewerWritten by Charles H. Eglee, Jameal TurnerGuest stars Francesco Quinn, Laurie Holden, Michele Hicks, Virginia Watson, Jemal McNeil, Stu 'Large' Riley, David Raibon, Clement Blake
Episode 12
Olivia joins forces with the Strike Team to catch a Mexican drug king and his shipment. Meanwhile, Dutch cleans up Billings' mess, and the death of a woman associated with the Strike Team prompts an investigation by Claudette.
Directed by Billy GierhartWritten by Adam Fierro, Evan BleiweissGuest stars Francesco Quinn, Laurie Holden, Frances Fisher, Paul Dillon, Michele Hicks, Jordan Marder, Autumn Chiklis, Alejandra Flores
Episode 13
The final act of Vic Mackey and his strike team.
Directed by Clark JohnsonWritten by Shawn RyanGuest stars André 3000, Julia Campbell, Francesco Quinn, Clark Johnson, Kyle Gallner, Laurie Holden, Paul Dillon, Michele Hicks
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Michael ChiklisVic Mackey
Catherine DentDanielle 'Danny' Sofer
Paula GarcésTina Hanlon
Walton GogginsShane Vendrell
Glenn CloseCaptain Monica Rawling
Michael JaceJulien Lowe
Kenny JohnsonCurtis Lemansky
Jay KarnesHolland 'Dutch' Wagenbach
FXUnited States
Sony Pictures TelevisionUnited States
Columbia TriStar TelevisionUnited States
