The BEST episodes of Major Crimes season 1

Every episode of Major Crimes season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Major Crimes season 1!

As the new boss, McDonnell's Captain Sharon Raydor is determined to lead the department with a more team-oriented approach, sharing the credit with the people with whom she works. The show focuses on how the American justice system approaches the art of the deal as law enforcement officers and prosecutors work together to score a conviction.

Last Updated: 11/14/2024Network: TNT (US)Status: Ended
Long Shot
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7.88
870 votes

#1 - Long Shot

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/15/2012

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.

Directors: Sheelin Choksey
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Citizen's Arrest
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7.82
832 votes

#2 - Citizen's Arrest

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/10/2012

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.

Directors: David McWhirter
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Cheaters Never Prosper
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7.74
854 votes

#3 - Cheaters Never Prosper

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/8/2012

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.

Directors: Stacey K. Black
Writer: Mike Berchem
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Out of Bounds
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7.73
874 votes

#4 - Out of Bounds

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/17/2012

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.

Directors: Rick Wallace
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Medical Causes
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7.66
872 votes

#5 - Medical Causes

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/27/2012

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.

Directors: Paul McCrane
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The Shame Game
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7.65
808 votes

#6 - 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.

Directors: Leo Geter
Writer: Leo Geter
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Dismissed with Prejudice
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7.63
804 votes

#7 - Dismissed with Prejudice

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/1/2012

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.

Directors: Jon Tenney
Writer: Jim Leonard
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Before and After
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7.48
974 votes

#8 - 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.

Directors: Steve Robin
Writer: Steven Kane
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The Ecstasy and the Agony
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7.46
849 votes

#9 - 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.

Directors: Arvin Brown
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Reloaded
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7.23
1344 votes

#10 - 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.

Directors: Michael M. Robin
Writer: James Duff
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