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Major Crimes

Major Crimes
★ 7.4/10•2012•43m•TV-14•Crime•Drama
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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.

StatusEnded
Runtime43m
LanguageEN
First Air DateAug 13, 2012

Episodes

Episode 1 - ReloadedE143m

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.

Aug 13, 2012

Episode 2 - Before and AfterE243m

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.

Aug 20, 2012

Episode 3 - Medical CausesE343m

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.

Aug 27, 2012

Episode 4 - The Ecstasy and the AgonyE443m

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.

Sep 3, 2012

Episode 5 - Citizen's ArrestE543m

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.

Sep 10, 2012

Episode 6 - Out of BoundsE643m

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.

Sep 17, 2012

Episode 7 - The Shame GameE743m

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.

Sep 24, 2012

Episode 8 - Dismissed with PrejudiceE843m

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.

Oct 1, 2012

Episode 9 - Cheaters Never ProsperE943m

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.

Oct 8, 2012

Episode 10 - Long ShotE1043m

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.

Oct 15, 2012

Actors

Mary McDonnell

Mary McDonnell

Captain Sharon Raydor

G.W. Bailey

G.W. Bailey

Lt. Louie Provenza

Tony Denison

Tony Denison

Lt. Andy Flynn

Michael Paul Chan

Michael Paul Chan

Lt. Mike Tao

Raymond Cruz

Raymond Cruz

Detective Julio Sanchez

Phillip P. Keene

Phillip P. Keene

Buzz Watson

Kearran Giovanni

Kearran Giovanni

Amy Sykes

Graham Patrick Martin

Graham Patrick Martin

Rusty Beck

Nadine Velazquez

Nadine Velazquez

D.D.A. Emma Rios

Carlos Ponce

Carlos Ponce

Mr. Emilio Diaz

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