List of Major Crimes episodes
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Major Crimes is an American police procedural starring Mary McDonnell as Captain (later Commander) Sharon Raydor originally airing on the TNT network. A spin-off of The Closer, Major Crimes follows the activities of the LAPD Major Crimes squad, charged with solving high-profile crimes in the city of Los Angeles, along with the members of the squad. The show features an ensemble cast including McDonnell, G. W. Bailey as Lt. Provenza, Tony Denison as Lt. Flynn, Michael Paul Chan as Lt. Tao, Raymond Cruz as Det. Sanchez, Jon Tenney as FBI Liaison Special Agent (later Deputy Chief) Fritz Howard, and Kearran Giovanni as Det. Sykes, as well as Graham Patrick Martin as Rusty Beck. Major Crimes, created by James Duff and produced by Greer Sheppard and Michael M. Robin, was the highest rated scripted cable drama of 2012. During the course of the series, 105 episodes of Major Crimes aired over six seasons, concluding on January 9, 2018.
Tables
First released
First released
Season
First released
Episodes
Last released
1
1
Season
1
Episodes
10
Episodes
August 13, 2012 (2012-08-13)
Originally released
October 15, 2012 (2012-10-15)
2
2
Season
2
Episodes
19
Episodes
June 10, 2013 (2013-06-10)
Originally released
January 13, 2014 (2014-01-13)
3
3
Season
3
Episodes
19
Episodes
June 9, 2014 (2014-06-09)
Originally released
January 12, 2015 (2015-01-12)
4
4
Season
4
Episodes
23
Episodes
June 8, 2015 (2015-06-08)
Originally released
March 14, 2016 (2016-03-14)
5
5
Season
5
Episodes
21
Episodes
June 13, 2016 (2016-06-13)
Originally released
April 12, 2017 (2017-04-12)
6
6
Season
6
Episodes
13
Episodes
October 31, 2017 (2017-10-31)
Originally released
January 9, 2018 (2018-01-09)
| Season | Episodes | Originally released | ||
| First released | Last released | |||
| 1 | 10 | August 13, 2012 (2012-08-13) | October 15, 2012 (2012-10-15) | |
| 2 | 19 | June 10, 2013 (2013-06-10) | January 13, 2014 (2014-01-13) | |
| 3 | 19 | June 9, 2014 (2014-06-09) | January 12, 2015 (2015-01-12) | |
| 4 | 23 | June 8, 2015 (2015-06-08) | March 14, 2016 (2016-03-14) | |
| 5 | 21 | June 13, 2016 (2016-06-13) | April 12, 2017 (2017-04-12) | |
| 6 | 13 | October 31, 2017 (2017-10-31) | January 9, 2018 (2018-01-09) | |
· Episodes › Season 1 (2012)
1
1
No.
overall
1
No. in
season
1
Title
"Reloaded"
Directed by
Michael M. Robin
Written by
James Duff
Original release date
August 13, 2012 (2012-08-13)
Prod.
code
3X7251
US viewers
(millions)
7
The Major Crimes Division (MCD) is still in shock over Chief Johnson's departure. They are not best pleased when Captain Sharon Raydor is named their new leader during the investigation of several deaths which occurred during the latest in a rash of grocery store robberies. Detective Amy Sykes joins Major Crimes after helping with the case. Rayd
The Major Crimes Division (MCD) is still in shock over Chief Johnson's departure. They are not best pleased when Captain Sharon Raydor is named their new leader during the investigation of several deaths which occurred during the latest in a rash of grocery store robberies. Detective Amy Sykes joins Major Crimes after helping with the case. Rayd
No.
overall
The Major Crimes Division (MCD) is still in shock over Chief Johnson's departure. They are not best pleased when Captain Sharon Raydor is named their new leader during the investigation of several deaths which occurred during the latest in a rash of grocery store robberies. Detective Amy Sykes joins Major Crimes after helping with the case. Rayd
2
2
No.
overall
2
No. in
season
2
Title
"Before and After"
Directed by
Steve Robin
Written by
Steven Kane
Original release date
August 20, 2012 (2012-08-20)
Prod.
code
3X7252
US viewers
(millions)
5
Raydor mentions to Taylor that part of the internal problems at MCD is her rank, noting that she barely outranks Provenza. Taylor tells her that there is a freeze on all positions. The unit works to solve a brutal complicated homicide case of a personal trainer bludgeoned to death with a kettlebell.
Raydor mentions to Taylor that part of the internal problems at MCD is her rank, noting that she barely outranks Provenza. Taylor tells her that there is a freeze on all positions. The unit works to solve a brutal complicated homicide case of a personal trainer bludgeoned to death with a kettlebell.
No.
overall
Raydor mentions to Taylor that part of the internal problems at MCD is her rank, noting that she barely outranks Provenza. Taylor tells her that there is a freeze on all positions. The unit works to solve a brutal complicated homicide case of a personal trainer bludgeoned to death with a kettlebell.
3
3
No.
overall
3
No. in
season
3
Title
"Medical Causes"
Directed by
Paul McCrane
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
August 27, 2012 (2012-08-27)
Prod.
code
3X7253
US viewers
(millions)
5
The facts become blurry in a case involving a fatal car crash at a nightclub. Rusty is forced to face a harsh reality when Raydor fulfills her promise to track down his mother.
The facts become blurry in a case involving a fatal car crash at a nightclub. Rusty is forced to face a harsh reality when Raydor fulfills her promise to track down his mother.
No.
overall
The facts become blurry in a case involving a fatal car crash at a nightclub. Rusty is forced to face a harsh reality when Raydor fulfills her promise to track down his mother.
4
4
No.
overall
4
No. in
season
4
Title
"The Ecstasy and the Agony"
Directed by
Arvin Brown
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
September 3, 2012 (2012-09-03)
Prod.
code
3X7254
US viewers
(millions)
5
A life strategist is deeply enmeshed in the case of the murder of a member of the Israeli mob. That the murder victim was on the verge of testifying and then entering witness protection brings the FBI into the investigation. Rusty has a bad first day of school and Sharon must rise to his defense.
A life strategist is deeply enmeshed in the case of the murder of a member of the Israeli mob. That the murder victim was on the verge of testifying and then entering witness protection brings the FBI into the investigation. Rusty has a bad first day of school and Sharon must rise to his defense.
No.
overall
A life strategist is deeply enmeshed in the case of the murder of a member of the Israeli mob. That the murder victim was on the verge of testifying and then entering witness protection brings the FBI into the investigation. Rusty has a bad first day of school and Sharon must rise to his defense.
5
5
No.
overall
5
No. in
season
5
Title
"Citizen's Arrest"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
September 10, 2012 (2012-09-10)
Prod.
code
3X7255
US viewers
(millions)
4
MCD's latest case gets help from ADA Hobbs. A DNA test reveals something about Rusty that surprises everybody.
MCD's latest case gets help from ADA Hobbs. A DNA test reveals something about Rusty that surprises everybody.
No.
overall
MCD's latest case gets help from ADA Hobbs. A DNA test reveals something about Rusty that surprises everybody.
6
6
No.
overall
6
No. in
season
6
Title
"Out of Bounds"
Directed by
Rick Wallace
Written by
Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
September 17, 2012 (2012-09-17)
Prod.
code
3X7256
US viewers
(millions)
4
After a gang shooting turns fatal, Sharon Raydor makes an unexpected move that could end her career and harm a team member. Rusty expresses a lack of interest in meeting his biological father.
After a gang shooting turns fatal, Sharon Raydor makes an unexpected move that could end her career and harm a team member. Rusty expresses a lack of interest in meeting his biological father.
No.
overall
After a gang shooting turns fatal, Sharon Raydor makes an unexpected move that could end her career and harm a team member. Rusty expresses a lack of interest in meeting his biological father.
7
7
No.
overall
7
No. in
season
7
Title
"The Shame Game"
Directed by
Leo Geter
Written by
Leo Geter
Original release date
September 24, 2012 (2012-09-24)
Prod.
code
3X7257
US viewers
(millions)
4
MCD tries to close a case with political ties, but confidential information keeps getting leaked. Captain Raydor's decision to be temporary guardian of Rusty gets more complicated as children and family services finds out some information that may cause Rusty to be removed from her home.
MCD tries to close a case with political ties, but confidential information keeps getting leaked. Captain Raydor's decision to be temporary guardian of Rusty gets more complicated as children and family services finds out some information that may cause Rusty to be removed from her home.
No.
overall
MCD tries to close a case with political ties, but confidential information keeps getting leaked. Captain Raydor's decision to be temporary guardian of Rusty gets more complicated as children and family services finds out some information that may cause Rusty to be removed from her home.
8
8
No.
overall
8
No. in
season
8
Title
"Dismissed with Prejudice"
Directed by
Jon Tenney
Written by
Jim Leonard
Original release date
October 1, 2012 (2012-10-01)
Prod.
code
3X7258
US viewers
(millions)
4
Det. Tao has to question his actions due to a murder conviction being overturned eight years later. Rusty meets his father and must learn to control his emotions as he spends some time with him.
Det. Tao has to question his actions due to a murder conviction being overturned eight years later. Rusty meets his father and must learn to control his emotions as he spends some time with him.
No.
overall
Det. Tao has to question his actions due to a murder conviction being overturned eight years later. Rusty meets his father and must learn to control his emotions as he spends some time with him.
9
9
No.
overall
9
No. in
season
9
Title
"Cheaters Never Prosper"
Directed by
Stacey K. Black
Written by
Mike Berchem
Original release date
October 8, 2012 (2012-10-08)
Prod.
code
3X7259
US viewers
(millions)
4
The team investigates the murder of a Las Vegas police officer, found dead in a men's room stall. Captain Raydor's fears about the irresponsibility of Rusty's father are realized.
The team investigates the murder of a Las Vegas police officer, found dead in a men's room stall. Captain Raydor's fears about the irresponsibility of Rusty's father are realized.
No.
overall
The team investigates the murder of a Las Vegas police officer, found dead in a men's room stall. Captain Raydor's fears about the irresponsibility of Rusty's father are realized.
10
10
No.
overall
10
No. in
season
10
Title
"Long Shot"
Directed by
Sheelin Choksey
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
October 15, 2012 (2012-10-15)
Prod.
code
3X7260
US viewers
(millions)
5
When an important figure is shot, similarities to other cases lead MCD to cede the case to the FBI, but the team has to race against the killer to save a witness. Dealings with Rusty's father are resolved in an unusual manner.
When an important figure is shot, similarities to other cases lead MCD to cede the case to the FBI, but the team has to race against the killer to save a witness. Dealings with Rusty's father are resolved in an unusual manner.
No.
overall
When an important figure is shot, similarities to other cases lead MCD to cede the case to the FBI, but the team has to race against the killer to save a witness. Dealings with Rusty's father are resolved in an unusual manner.
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | Prod. code | US viewers (millions) |
| 1 | 1 | "Reloaded" | Michael M. Robin | James Duff | August 13, 2012 (2012-08-13) | 3X7251 | 7 |
| The Major Crimes Division (MCD) is still in shock over Chief Johnson's departure. They are not best pleased when Captain Sharon Raydor is named their new leader during the investigation of several deaths which occurred during the latest in a rash of grocery store robberies. Detective Amy Sykes joins Major Crimes after helping with the case. Rayd | |||||||
| 2 | 2 | "Before and After" | Steve Robin | Steven Kane | August 20, 2012 (2012-08-20) | 3X7252 | 5 |
| Raydor mentions to Taylor that part of the internal problems at MCD is her rank, noting that she barely outranks Provenza. Taylor tells her that there is a freeze on all positions. The unit works to solve a brutal complicated homicide case of a personal trainer bludgeoned to death with a kettlebell. | |||||||
| 3 | 3 | "Medical Causes" | Paul McCrane | Michael Alaimo | August 27, 2012 (2012-08-27) | 3X7253 | 5 |
| The facts become blurry in a case involving a fatal car crash at a nightclub. Rusty is forced to face a harsh reality when Raydor fulfills her promise to track down his mother. | |||||||
| 4 | 4 | "The Ecstasy and the Agony" | Arvin Brown | Adam Belanoff | September 3, 2012 (2012-09-03) | 3X7254 | 5 |
| A life strategist is deeply enmeshed in the case of the murder of a member of the Israeli mob. That the murder victim was on the verge of testifying and then entering witness protection brings the FBI into the investigation. Rusty has a bad first day of school and Sharon must rise to his defense. | |||||||
| 5 | 5 | "Citizen's Arrest" | David McWhirter | Duppy Demetrius | September 10, 2012 (2012-09-10) | 3X7255 | 4 |
| MCD's latest case gets help from ADA Hobbs. A DNA test reveals something about Rusty that surprises everybody. | |||||||
| 6 | 6 | "Out of Bounds" | Rick Wallace | Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | September 17, 2012 (2012-09-17) | 3X7256 | 4 |
| After a gang shooting turns fatal, Sharon Raydor makes an unexpected move that could end her career and harm a team member. Rusty expresses a lack of interest in meeting his biological father. | |||||||
| 7 | 7 | "The Shame Game" | Leo Geter | Leo Geter | September 24, 2012 (2012-09-24) | 3X7257 | 4 |
| MCD tries to close a case with political ties, but confidential information keeps getting leaked. Captain Raydor's decision to be temporary guardian of Rusty gets more complicated as children and family services finds out some information that may cause Rusty to be removed from her home. | |||||||
| 8 | 8 | "Dismissed with Prejudice" | Jon Tenney | Jim Leonard | October 1, 2012 (2012-10-01) | 3X7258 | 4 |
| Det. Tao has to question his actions due to a murder conviction being overturned eight years later. Rusty meets his father and must learn to control his emotions as he spends some time with him. | |||||||
| 9 | 9 | "Cheaters Never Prosper" | Stacey K. Black | Mike Berchem | October 8, 2012 (2012-10-08) | 3X7259 | 4 |
| The team investigates the murder of a Las Vegas police officer, found dead in a men's room stall. Captain Raydor's fears about the irresponsibility of Rusty's father are realized. | |||||||
| 10 | 10 | "Long Shot" | Sheelin Choksey | Michael Alaimo | October 15, 2012 (2012-10-15) | 3X7260 | 5 |
| When an important figure is shot, similarities to other cases lead MCD to cede the case to the FBI, but the team has to race against the killer to save a witness. Dealings with Rusty's father are resolved in an unusual manner. | |||||||
· Episodes › Season 2 (2013–14)
11
11
No.
overall
11
No. in
season
1
Title
"Final Cut"
Directed by
Roxann Dawson
Written by
Leo Geter
Original release date
June 10, 2013 (2013-06-10)
Prod.
code
3X7901
US viewers
(millions)
5
After a director's wife is found murdered in her home's swimming pool, the team investigates the director's pattern of adultery. DA Rios puts Rusty on edge as she grills him in preparation for the Stroh trial.
After a director's wife is found murdered in her home's swimming pool, the team investigates the director's pattern of adultery. DA Rios puts Rusty on edge as she grills him in preparation for the Stroh trial.
No.
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After a director's wife is found murdered in her home's swimming pool, the team investigates the director's pattern of adultery. DA Rios puts Rusty on edge as she grills him in preparation for the Stroh trial.
12
12
No.
overall
12
No. in
season
2
Title
"False Pretenses"
Directed by
Arvin Brown
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
June 17, 2013 (2013-06-17)
Prod.
code
3X7902
US viewers
(millions)
3
Major Crimes investigates a puzzling murder-suicide. Rusty receives a threatening letter, triggering DA Rios's demand that he be relocated.
Major Crimes investigates a puzzling murder-suicide. Rusty receives a threatening letter, triggering DA Rios's demand that he be relocated.
No.
overall
Major Crimes investigates a puzzling murder-suicide. Rusty receives a threatening letter, triggering DA Rios's demand that he be relocated.
13
13
No.
overall
13
No. in
season
3
Title
"Under the Influence"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
June 24, 2013 (2013-06-24)
Prod.
code
3X7903
US viewers
(millions)
4
A TV writer on the new cable show "Badge of Justice" -- "about a small team of detectives fighting crime and corruption inside the LAPD" -- is doing a ride-along with series Technical Advisor "Lieutenant Mike" Tao and Sanchez. They get involved in a high-speed chase and subsequent investigation involving a man (Luis Jose Lopez) with dried blood al
A TV writer on the new cable show "Badge of Justice" -- "about a small team of detectives fighting crime and corruption inside the LAPD" -- is doing a ride-along with series Technical Advisor "Lieutenant Mike" Tao and Sanchez. They get involved in a high-speed chase and subsequent investigation involving a man (Luis Jose Lopez) with dried blood al
No.
overall
A TV writer on the new cable show "Badge of Justice" -- "about a small team of detectives fighting crime and corruption inside the LAPD" -- is doing a ride-along with series Technical Advisor "Lieutenant Mike" Tao and Sanchez. They get involved in a high-speed chase and subsequent investigation involving a man (Luis Jose Lopez) with dried blood al
14
14
No.
overall
14
No. in
season
4
Title
"I, Witness"
Directed by
Steve Robin
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
July 1, 2013 (2013-07-01)
Prod.
code
3X7904
US viewers
(millions)
4
Flynn and Provenza drop off a witness at his hotel room, only to return and find him charged with murder; the team must scramble to prove his innocence. Rusty's friend proves to be a little different from what Sharon and others expected.
Flynn and Provenza drop off a witness at his hotel room, only to return and find him charged with murder; the team must scramble to prove his innocence. Rusty's friend proves to be a little different from what Sharon and others expected.
No.
overall
Flynn and Provenza drop off a witness at his hotel room, only to return and find him charged with murder; the team must scramble to prove his innocence. Rusty's friend proves to be a little different from what Sharon and others expected.
15
15
No.
overall
15
No. in
season
5
Title
"D ."
Directed by
Paul McCrane
Written by
Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
July 8, 2013 (2013-07-08)
Prod.
code
3X7905
US viewers
(millions)
4
The team investigates a shooting homicide on Mulholland Drive. Sharon's husband Jack surprises her and Rusty in the apartment.
The team investigates a shooting homicide on Mulholland Drive. Sharon's husband Jack surprises her and Rusty in the apartment.
No.
overall
The team investigates a shooting homicide on Mulholland Drive. Sharon's husband Jack surprises her and Rusty in the apartment.
16
16
No.
overall
16
No. in
season
6
Title
"Boys Will Be Boys"
Directed by
Anthony Hemingway
Written by
Jim Leonard
Original release date
July 15, 2013 (2013-07-15)
Prod.
code
3X7906
US viewers
(millions)
5
The team looks for a transgender girl, gone missing soon after a humiliating video of her was posted online by bullies.
The team looks for a transgender girl, gone missing soon after a humiliating video of her was posted online by bullies.
No.
overall
The team looks for a transgender girl, gone missing soon after a humiliating video of her was posted online by bullies.
17
17
No.
overall
17
No. in
season
7
Title
"Rules of Engagement"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Mike Berchem & James Duff
Original release date
July 22, 2013 (2013-07-22)
Prod.
code
3X7907
US viewers
(millions)
5
A drive-by shooting at a gas station turns out not to be gang-related; Sharon suggests to Jack that he act as a witness's attorney.
A drive-by shooting at a gas station turns out not to be gang-related; Sharon suggests to Jack that he act as a witness's attorney.
No.
overall
A drive-by shooting at a gas station turns out not to be gang-related; Sharon suggests to Jack that he act as a witness's attorney.
18
18
No.
overall
18
No. in
season
8
Title
"The Deep End"
Directed by
Rick Wallace
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
July 29, 2013 (2013-07-29)
Prod.
code
3X7908
US viewers
(millions)
4
A media frenzy begins after an Olympic swimming coach kills a young Latino whom he claims broke into his home. Flynn decides to attend his daughter's wedding.
A media frenzy begins after an Olympic swimming coach kills a young Latino whom he claims broke into his home. Flynn decides to attend his daughter's wedding.
No.
overall
A media frenzy begins after an Olympic swimming coach kills a young Latino whom he claims broke into his home. Flynn decides to attend his daughter's wedding.
19
19
No.
overall
19
No. in
season
9
Title
"There's No Place Like Home"
Directed by
Leo Geter
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
August 5, 2013 (2013-08-05)
Prod.
code
3X7909
US viewers
(millions)
5
The squad investigates the death of a landlord hated by all his tenants, former workers on a '70s TV medical examiner show. As in their show, Deputy Medical Examiner Morales comes up with the extra (beyond autopsy) evidence that solves the crime. Provenza faces desk duty if he can't improve his target practice results; Rusty tries to tell Kris he
The squad investigates the death of a landlord hated by all his tenants, former workers on a '70s TV medical examiner show. As in their show, Deputy Medical Examiner Morales comes up with the extra (beyond autopsy) evidence that solves the crime. Provenza faces desk duty if he can't improve his target practice results; Rusty tries to tell Kris he
No.
overall
The squad investigates the death of a landlord hated by all his tenants, former workers on a '70s TV medical examiner show. As in their show, Deputy Medical Examiner Morales comes up with the extra (beyond autopsy) evidence that solves the crime. Provenza faces desk duty if he can't improve his target practice results; Rusty tries to tell Kris he
20
20
No.
overall
20
No. in
season
10
Title
"Backfire"
Directed by
Sheelin Choksey
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
August 12, 2013 (2013-08-12)
Prod.
code
3X7910
US viewers
(millions)
5
When the team must reopen its investigation into a young woman's murder, it turns out that she was an FBI informant. Rusty, still waiting to give his witness testimony, is shaken up by her fate.
When the team must reopen its investigation into a young woman's murder, it turns out that she was an FBI informant. Rusty, still waiting to give his witness testimony, is shaken up by her fate.
No.
overall
When the team must reopen its investigation into a young woman's murder, it turns out that she was an FBI informant. Rusty, still waiting to give his witness testimony, is shaken up by her fate.
21
21
No.
overall
21
No. in
season
11
Title
"Poster Boy"
Directed by
Michael M. Robin
Written by
Leo Geter
Original release date
August 19, 2013 (2013-08-19)
Prod.
code
3X7911
US viewers
(millions)
5
The team goes on the trail of a serial killer who lives in the homes of his victims after he murders them. Rusty is still receiving threatening letters.
The team goes on the trail of a serial killer who lives in the homes of his victims after he murders them. Rusty is still receiving threatening letters.
No.
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The team goes on the trail of a serial killer who lives in the homes of his victims after he murders them. Rusty is still receiving threatening letters.
22
22
No.
overall
22
No. in
season
12
Title
"Pick Your Poison"
Directed by
Steve Robin
Written by
Jim Leonard
Original release date
November 25, 2013 (2013-11-25)
Prod.
code
3X7912
US viewers
(millions)
3
The team investigates the murder of two immigrant high-school students by cyanide-laced drugs. Rusty bitterly agrees to his new around-the-clock protection. Provenza tries to convince Sharon there's a better way to protect Rusty.
The team investigates the murder of two immigrant high-school students by cyanide-laced drugs. Rusty bitterly agrees to his new around-the-clock protection. Provenza tries to convince Sharon there's a better way to protect Rusty.
No.
overall
The team investigates the murder of two immigrant high-school students by cyanide-laced drugs. Rusty bitterly agrees to his new around-the-clock protection. Provenza tries to convince Sharon there's a better way to protect Rusty.
23
23
No.
overall
23
No. in
season
13
Title
"Jailbait"
Directed by
Michael M. Robin
Written by
Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
December 2, 2013 (2013-12-02)
Prod.
code
3X7913
US viewers
(millions)
4
When the team gets called in to track down a parolee, they find him dead under a bridge. Sharon brings in a therapist, Dr. Joe (Bill Brochtrup), to perform a psychological evaluation to see if Rusty can participate in an undercover operation to find his stalker.
When the team gets called in to track down a parolee, they find him dead under a bridge. Sharon brings in a therapist, Dr. Joe (Bill Brochtrup), to perform a psychological evaluation to see if Rusty can participate in an undercover operation to find his stalker.
No.
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When the team gets called in to track down a parolee, they find him dead under a bridge. Sharon brings in a therapist, Dr. Joe (Bill Brochtrup), to perform a psychological evaluation to see if Rusty can participate in an undercover operation to find his stalker.
24
24
No.
overall
24
No. in
season
14
Title
"All In"
Directed by
Anthony Hemingway
Written by
James Duff & Mike Berchem
Original release date
December 9, 2013 (2013-12-09)
Prod.
code
3X7914
US viewers
(millions)
3
After a man is found at the bottom of a pond on a golf course, bludgeoned to death, the team has six suspects to consider. Rusty's upset that his therapy sessions will likely be brought up in court.
After a man is found at the bottom of a pond on a golf course, bludgeoned to death, the team has six suspects to consider. Rusty's upset that his therapy sessions will likely be brought up in court.
No.
overall
After a man is found at the bottom of a pond on a golf course, bludgeoned to death, the team has six suspects to consider. Rusty's upset that his therapy sessions will likely be brought up in court.
25
25
No.
overall
25
No. in
season
15
Title
"Curve Ball"
Directed by
Jon Tenney
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
December 16, 2013 (2013-12-16)
Prod.
code
3X7915
US viewers
(millions)
4
Flynn and Provenza, off-duty, happen upon a RV break-in and discover a murder victim inside. Dr. Joe pushes Rusty to talk about life with his mom.
Flynn and Provenza, off-duty, happen upon a RV break-in and discover a murder victim inside. Dr. Joe pushes Rusty to talk about life with his mom.
No.
overall
Flynn and Provenza, off-duty, happen upon a RV break-in and discover a murder victim inside. Dr. Joe pushes Rusty to talk about life with his mom.
26
26
No.
overall
26
No. in
season
16
Title
"Risk Assessment"
Directed by
Stacey K. Black
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
December 23, 2013 (2013-12-23)
Prod.
code
3X7916
US viewers
(millions)
4
Just before Christmas, the team catches the case of a murder victim wrapped up in a rug; the victim turns out to be both a congressman's son and an FBI witness.
Just before Christmas, the team catches the case of a murder victim wrapped up in a rug; the victim turns out to be both a congressman's son and an FBI witness.
No.
overall
Just before Christmas, the team catches the case of a murder victim wrapped up in a rug; the victim turns out to be both a congressman's son and an FBI witness.
27
27
No.
overall
27
No. in
season
17
Title
"Year-End Blowout"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Leo Geter & Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
December 30, 2013 (2013-12-30)
Prod.
code
3X7917
US viewers
(millions)
5
The team investigates the bombing of an SUV at a car dealership that killed the owner's son. Rusty struggles in his training for the undercover operation meant to draw out the writer of the letters threatening him.
The team investigates the bombing of an SUV at a car dealership that killed the owner's son. Rusty struggles in his training for the undercover operation meant to draw out the writer of the letters threatening him.
No.
overall
The team investigates the bombing of an SUV at a car dealership that killed the owner's son. Rusty struggles in his training for the undercover operation meant to draw out the writer of the letters threatening him.
28
28
No.
overall
28
No. in
season
18
Title
"Return to Sender"
Directed by
Rick Wallace
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
January 6, 2014 (2014-01-06)
Prod.
code
3X7918
US viewers
(millions)
4
A body turns up that the team connects to the letter-writer (Augustus Prew) but they don't realize he's infiltrated the undercover protection around Rusty and is moving in for the kill.
A body turns up that the team connects to the letter-writer (Augustus Prew) but they don't realize he's infiltrated the undercover protection around Rusty and is moving in for the kill.
No.
overall
A body turns up that the team connects to the letter-writer (Augustus Prew) but they don't realize he's infiltrated the undercover protection around Rusty and is moving in for the kill.
29
29
No.
overall
29
No. in
season
19
Title
"Return to Sender Part 2"
Directed by
James Duff
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
January 13, 2014 (2014-01-13)
Prod.
code
3X7919
US viewers
(millions)
5
Rusty takes the stand in the case against Philip Stroh and matches wits with Stroh's lawyer (Jeri Ryan). The team closes in on the letter-writer, still at large.
Rusty takes the stand in the case against Philip Stroh and matches wits with Stroh's lawyer (Jeri Ryan). The team closes in on the letter-writer, still at large.
No.
overall
Rusty takes the stand in the case against Philip Stroh and matches wits with Stroh's lawyer (Jeri Ryan). The team closes in on the letter-writer, still at large.
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | Prod. code | US viewers (millions) |
| 11 | 1 | "Final Cut" | Roxann Dawson | Leo Geter | June 10, 2013 (2013-06-10) | 3X7901 | 5 |
| After a director's wife is found murdered in her home's swimming pool, the team investigates the director's pattern of adultery. DA Rios puts Rusty on edge as she grills him in preparation for the Stroh trial. | |||||||
| 12 | 2 | "False Pretenses" | Arvin Brown | Michael Alaimo | June 17, 2013 (2013-06-17) | 3X7902 | 3 |
| Major Crimes investigates a puzzling murder-suicide. Rusty receives a threatening letter, triggering DA Rios's demand that he be relocated. | |||||||
| 13 | 3 | "Under the Influence" | David McWhirter | Duppy Demetrius | June 24, 2013 (2013-06-24) | 3X7903 | 4 |
| A TV writer on the new cable show "Badge of Justice" -- "about a small team of detectives fighting crime and corruption inside the LAPD" -- is doing a ride-along with series Technical Advisor "Lieutenant Mike" Tao and Sanchez. They get involved in a high-speed chase and subsequent investigation involving a man (Luis Jose Lopez) with dried blood al | |||||||
| 14 | 4 | "I, Witness" | Steve Robin | Adam Belanoff | July 1, 2013 (2013-07-01) | 3X7904 | 4 |
| Flynn and Provenza drop off a witness at his hotel room, only to return and find him charged with murder; the team must scramble to prove his innocence. Rusty's friend proves to be a little different from what Sharon and others expected. | |||||||
| 15 | 5 | "D ." | Paul McCrane | Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | July 8, 2013 (2013-07-08) | 3X7905 | 4 |
| The team investigates a shooting homicide on Mulholland Drive. Sharon's husband Jack surprises her and Rusty in the apartment. | |||||||
| 16 | 6 | "Boys Will Be Boys" | Anthony Hemingway | Jim Leonard | July 15, 2013 (2013-07-15) | 3X7906 | 5 |
| The team looks for a transgender girl, gone missing soon after a humiliating video of her was posted online by bullies. | |||||||
| 17 | 7 | "Rules of Engagement" | David McWhirter | Mike Berchem & James Duff | July 22, 2013 (2013-07-22) | 3X7907 | 5 |
| A drive-by shooting at a gas station turns out not to be gang-related; Sharon suggests to Jack that he act as a witness's attorney. | |||||||
| 18 | 8 | "The Deep End" | Rick Wallace | Michael Alaimo | July 29, 2013 (2013-07-29) | 3X7908 | 4 |
| A media frenzy begins after an Olympic swimming coach kills a young Latino whom he claims broke into his home. Flynn decides to attend his daughter's wedding. | |||||||
| 19 | 9 | "There's No Place Like Home" | Leo Geter | Duppy Demetrius | August 5, 2013 (2013-08-05) | 3X7909 | 5 |
| The squad investigates the death of a landlord hated by all his tenants, former workers on a '70s TV medical examiner show. As in their show, Deputy Medical Examiner Morales comes up with the extra (beyond autopsy) evidence that solves the crime. Provenza faces desk duty if he can't improve his target practice results; Rusty tries to tell Kris he | |||||||
| 20 | 10 | "Backfire" | Sheelin Choksey | Adam Belanoff | August 12, 2013 (2013-08-12) | 3X7910 | 5 |
| When the team must reopen its investigation into a young woman's murder, it turns out that she was an FBI informant. Rusty, still waiting to give his witness testimony, is shaken up by her fate. | |||||||
| 21 | 11 | "Poster Boy" | Michael M. Robin | Leo Geter | August 19, 2013 (2013-08-19) | 3X7911 | 5 |
| The team goes on the trail of a serial killer who lives in the homes of his victims after he murders them. Rusty is still receiving threatening letters. | |||||||
| 22 | 12 | "Pick Your Poison" | Steve Robin | Jim Leonard | November 25, 2013 (2013-11-25) | 3X7912 | 3 |
| The team investigates the murder of two immigrant high-school students by cyanide-laced drugs. Rusty bitterly agrees to his new around-the-clock protection. Provenza tries to convince Sharon there's a better way to protect Rusty. | |||||||
| 23 | 13 | "Jailbait" | Michael M. Robin | Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | December 2, 2013 (2013-12-02) | 3X7913 | 4 |
| When the team gets called in to track down a parolee, they find him dead under a bridge. Sharon brings in a therapist, Dr. Joe (Bill Brochtrup), to perform a psychological evaluation to see if Rusty can participate in an undercover operation to find his stalker. | |||||||
| 24 | 14 | "All In" | Anthony Hemingway | James Duff & Mike Berchem | December 9, 2013 (2013-12-09) | 3X7914 | 3 |
| After a man is found at the bottom of a pond on a golf course, bludgeoned to death, the team has six suspects to consider. Rusty's upset that his therapy sessions will likely be brought up in court. | |||||||
| 25 | 15 | "Curve Ball" | Jon Tenney | Michael Alaimo | December 16, 2013 (2013-12-16) | 3X7915 | 4 |
| Flynn and Provenza, off-duty, happen upon a RV break-in and discover a murder victim inside. Dr. Joe pushes Rusty to talk about life with his mom. | |||||||
| 26 | 16 | "Risk Assessment" | Stacey K. Black | Duppy Demetrius | December 23, 2013 (2013-12-23) | 3X7916 | 4 |
| Just before Christmas, the team catches the case of a murder victim wrapped up in a rug; the victim turns out to be both a congressman's son and an FBI witness. | |||||||
| 27 | 17 | "Year-End Blowout" | David McWhirter | Leo Geter & Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | December 30, 2013 (2013-12-30) | 3X7917 | 5 |
| The team investigates the bombing of an SUV at a car dealership that killed the owner's son. Rusty struggles in his training for the undercover operation meant to draw out the writer of the letters threatening him. | |||||||
| 28 | 18 | "Return to Sender" | Rick Wallace | Michael Alaimo | January 6, 2014 (2014-01-06) | 3X7918 | 4 |
| A body turns up that the team connects to the letter-writer (Augustus Prew) but they don't realize he's infiltrated the undercover protection around Rusty and is moving in for the kill. | |||||||
| 29 | 19 | "Return to Sender Part 2" | James Duff | Adam Belanoff | January 13, 2014 (2014-01-13) | 3X7919 | 5 |
| Rusty takes the stand in the case against Philip Stroh and matches wits with Stroh's lawyer (Jeri Ryan). The team closes in on the letter-writer, still at large. | |||||||
· Episodes › Season 3 (2014–15)
30
30
No.
overall
30
No. in
season
1
Title
"Flight Risk"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
June 9, 2014 (2014-06-09)
Prod.
code
4X5751
US viewers
(millions)
5
The team uncovers a family's secrets when a father and his two young children go missing. Raydor must trust Rusty when he starts to venture out on his own.
The team uncovers a family's secrets when a father and his two young children go missing. Raydor must trust Rusty when he starts to venture out on his own.
No.
overall
The team uncovers a family's secrets when a father and his two young children go missing. Raydor must trust Rusty when he starts to venture out on his own.
31
31
No.
overall
31
No. in
season
2
Title
"Personal Day"
Directed by
Rick Wallace
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
June 16, 2014 (2014-06-16)
Prod.
code
4X5752
US viewers
(millions)
4
A self-proclaimed innocent man is found murdered after his release from prison. The seventeen-year-old murder case is reopened. Rusty admits to Raydor his reason for the suspicious visits.
A self-proclaimed innocent man is found murdered after his release from prison. The seventeen-year-old murder case is reopened. Rusty admits to Raydor his reason for the suspicious visits.
No.
overall
A self-proclaimed innocent man is found murdered after his release from prison. The seventeen-year-old murder case is reopened. Rusty admits to Raydor his reason for the suspicious visits.
32
32
No.
overall
32
No. in
season
3
Title
"Frozen Assets"
Directed by
Paul McCrane
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
June 23, 2014 (2014-06-23)
Prod.
code
4X5753
US viewers
(millions)
4
The murder of a dog that was left a 20-million-dollar estate by his deceased owner, an heiress, forces the team to suspect foul play in the owner's death. Wannabe detective Jonathan "Dick Tracy" Baird (Andrew Daly) (The Closer episode "Tapped Out"), the estate caretaker and head of security assists Major Crimes with the case.
The murder of a dog that was left a 20-million-dollar estate by his deceased owner, an heiress, forces the team to suspect foul play in the owner's death. Wannabe detective Jonathan "Dick Tracy" Baird (Andrew Daly) (The Closer episode "Tapped Out"), the estate caretaker and head of security assists Major Crimes with the case.
No.
overall
The murder of a dog that was left a 20-million-dollar estate by his deceased owner, an heiress, forces the team to suspect foul play in the owner's death. Wannabe detective Jonathan "Dick Tracy" Baird (Andrew Daly) (The Closer episode "Tapped Out"), the estate caretaker and head of security assists Major Crimes with the case.
33
33
No.
overall
33
No. in
season
4
Title
"Letting It Go"
Directed by
Steve Robin
Written by
Jim Leonard & Damani Johnson
Original release date
June 30, 2014 (2014-06-30)
Prod.
code
4X5754
US viewers
(millions)
5
An alleged rapist's murder prompts an emotional investigation of suspects. Rusty questions his mother's motives when he catches her in a lie.
An alleged rapist's murder prompts an emotional investigation of suspects. Rusty questions his mother's motives when he catches her in a lie.
No.
overall
An alleged rapist's murder prompts an emotional investigation of suspects. Rusty questions his mother's motives when he catches her in a lie.
34
34
No.
overall
34
No. in
season
5
Title
"Do Not Disturb"
Directed by
Sheelin Choksey
Written by
Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
July 7, 2014 (2014-07-07)
Prod.
code
4X5755
US viewers
(millions)
4
A foreigner is found murdered in his hotel room, and the squad must quickly find the killer before an Indian diplomat's involvement in the case causes international repercussions. Rusty must decide on how to share a secret with the squad.
A foreigner is found murdered in his hotel room, and the squad must quickly find the killer before an Indian diplomat's involvement in the case causes international repercussions. Rusty must decide on how to share a secret with the squad.
No.
overall
A foreigner is found murdered in his hotel room, and the squad must quickly find the killer before an Indian diplomat's involvement in the case causes international repercussions. Rusty must decide on how to share a secret with the squad.
35
35
No.
overall
35
No. in
season
6
Title
"Jane Doe "
Directed by
Steve Robin
Written by
Michael Alaimo & Kendall Sherwood
Original release date
July 14, 2014 (2014-07-14)
Prod.
code
4X5756
US viewers
(millions)
5
When a young runaway is found murdered in a trash can, the team is doubly tasked with learning her identity and finding her killer. Raydor and her husband Jack discuss Rusty's future.
When a young runaway is found murdered in a trash can, the team is doubly tasked with learning her identity and finding her killer. Raydor and her husband Jack discuss Rusty's future.
No.
overall
When a young runaway is found murdered in a trash can, the team is doubly tasked with learning her identity and finding her killer. Raydor and her husband Jack discuss Rusty's future.
36
36
No.
overall
36
No. in
season
7
Title
"Two Options"
Directed by
Michael M. Robin
Written by
James Duff & Mike Berchem
Original release date
July 21, 2014 (2014-07-21)
Prod.
code
4X5757
US viewers
(millions)
5
SWAT officers discover an elderly couple shot dead in their own home. Major Crimes teams up with the Special Operations Bureau (SOB) and FBI Agent Howard to find the killer, who also took hostages from the home. Howard is suggested for consideration as the new Deputy Chief for SOB.
Note: The LAPD SOB includes SWAT, SIS and Air Support Division –
SWAT officers discover an elderly couple shot dead in their own home. Major Crimes teams up with the Special Operations Bureau (SOB) and FBI Agent Howard to find the killer, who also took hostages from the home. Howard is suggested for consideration as the new Deputy Chief for SOB.
Note: The LAPD SOB includes SWAT, SIS and Air Support Division –
No.
overall
SWAT officers discover an elderly couple shot dead in their own home. Major Crimes teams up with the Special Operations Bureau (SOB) and FBI Agent Howard to find the killer, who also took hostages from the home. Howard is suggested for consideration as the new Deputy Chief for SOB.
Note: The LAPD SOB includes SWAT, SIS and Air Support Division –
37
37
No.
overall
37
No. in
season
8
Title
"Cutting Loose"
Directed by
Roxann Dawson
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
July 28, 2014 (2014-07-28)
Prod.
code
4X5758
US viewers
(millions)
5
Lt. Tao has double duty when the star (Luke Perry) of the failing cop show on which he consults becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a stalker-fan.
Lt. Tao has double duty when the star (Luke Perry) of the failing cop show on which he consults becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a stalker-fan.
No.
overall
Lt. Tao has double duty when the star (Luke Perry) of the failing cop show on which he consults becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a stalker-fan.
38
38
No.
overall
38
No. in
season
9
Title
"Sweet Revenge"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
August 4, 2014 (2014-08-04)
Prod.
code
4X5759
US viewers
(millions)
5
The team investigates the murder of an entrepreneur with questionable morals and possible mob connections. Rusty tries to win over Raydor's son Ricky who comes home to visit, and Fritz Howard prepares to assume command of the Special Operations Bureau.
The team investigates the murder of an entrepreneur with questionable morals and possible mob connections. Rusty tries to win over Raydor's son Ricky who comes home to visit, and Fritz Howard prepares to assume command of the Special Operations Bureau.
No.
overall
The team investigates the murder of an entrepreneur with questionable morals and possible mob connections. Rusty tries to win over Raydor's son Ricky who comes home to visit, and Fritz Howard prepares to assume command of the Special Operations Bureau.
39
39
No.
overall
39
No. in
season
10
Title
"Zoo Story"
Directed by
Michael M. Robin
Written by
Leo Geter & Jim Leonard
Original release date
August 11, 2014 (2014-08-11)
Prod.
code
4X5760
US viewers
(millions)
5
A female police officer, with a physical resemblance to a series of kidnapped girls, is abducted from an under-21 night club. Rusty's biological mother is arrested for shoplifting and asks Rusty to help bail her out, even if it means returning to his old ways. Newly appointed Deputy Chief Howard suffers a cardiac event and must secretly wear a pace
A female police officer, with a physical resemblance to a series of kidnapped girls, is abducted from an under-21 night club. Rusty's biological mother is arrested for shoplifting and asks Rusty to help bail her out, even if it means returning to his old ways. Newly appointed Deputy Chief Howard suffers a cardiac event and must secretly wear a pace
No.
overall
A female police officer, with a physical resemblance to a series of kidnapped girls, is abducted from an under-21 night club. Rusty's biological mother is arrested for shoplifting and asks Rusty to help bail her out, even if it means returning to his old ways. Newly appointed Deputy Chief Howard suffers a cardiac event and must secretly wear a pace
40
40
No.
overall
40
No. in
season
11
Title
"Down the Drain"
Directed by
Steve Robin
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
November 24, 2014 (2014-11-24)
Prod.
code
4X5761
US viewers
(millions)
2
The body of a young, recently pregnant woman is found in a storm drain and it's discovered that she had been working a surrogacy scam on three families; the team must figure out who murdered her and find the baby. Rusty tries to find a way to tell his mother about his upcoming adoption.
The body of a young, recently pregnant woman is found in a storm drain and it's discovered that she had been working a surrogacy scam on three families; the team must figure out who murdered her and find the baby. Rusty tries to find a way to tell his mother about his upcoming adoption.
No.
overall
The body of a young, recently pregnant woman is found in a storm drain and it's discovered that she had been working a surrogacy scam on three families; the team must figure out who murdered her and find the baby. Rusty tries to find a way to tell his mother about his upcoming adoption.
41
41
No.
overall
41
No. in
season
12
Title
"Party Foul"
Directed by
Rick Wallace
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
December 1, 2014 (2014-12-01)
Prod.
code
4X5762
US viewers
(millions)
4
The bloody bodies of a first-year college student and her murdered boyfriend, stabbed with the same pair of scissors, are found in the garage during a raucous, crowded birthday party; Provenza tries to get answers from the girl, in critical condition at the hospital, and her grandmother. Rusty becomes interested in a colleague.
The bloody bodies of a first-year college student and her murdered boyfriend, stabbed with the same pair of scissors, are found in the garage during a raucous, crowded birthday party; Provenza tries to get answers from the girl, in critical condition at the hospital, and her grandmother. Rusty becomes interested in a colleague.
No.
overall
The bloody bodies of a first-year college student and her murdered boyfriend, stabbed with the same pair of scissors, are found in the garage during a raucous, crowded birthday party; Provenza tries to get answers from the girl, in critical condition at the hospital, and her grandmother. Rusty becomes interested in a colleague.
42
42
No.
overall
42
No. in
season
13
Title
"Acting Out"
Directed by
Sheelin Choksey
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
December 8, 2014 (2014-12-08)
Prod.
code
4X5763
US viewers
(millions)
3
A former child star, trying to make his comeback in an indie film, is found dead on the streets, where he was researching his role as an addict. Flynn's daughter has the wrong idea about her father and Sharon's relationship.
A former child star, trying to make his comeback in an indie film, is found dead on the streets, where he was researching his role as an addict. Flynn's daughter has the wrong idea about her father and Sharon's relationship.
No.
overall
A former child star, trying to make his comeback in an indie film, is found dead on the streets, where he was researching his role as an addict. Flynn's daughter has the wrong idea about her father and Sharon's relationship.
43
43
No.
overall
43
No. in
season
14
Title
"Trial by Fire"
Directed by
Stacy K. Black
Written by
Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
December 15, 2014 (2014-12-15)
Prod.
code
4X5764
US viewers
(millions)
3
Soon after a gang member who killed an innocent boy in a drive-by is found not guilty because a witness was too scared to testify, the accused's body is found burned in the trunk of his car. The team investigates but must deal with Jack, the lawyer for one suspect, and Deputy Chief Howard's concerns about a gang war.
Soon after a gang member who killed an innocent boy in a drive-by is found not guilty because a witness was too scared to testify, the accused's body is found burned in the trunk of his car. The team investigates but must deal with Jack, the lawyer for one suspect, and Deputy Chief Howard's concerns about a gang war.
No.
overall
Soon after a gang member who killed an innocent boy in a drive-by is found not guilty because a witness was too scared to testify, the accused's body is found burned in the trunk of his car. The team investigates but must deal with Jack, the lawyer for one suspect, and Deputy Chief Howard's concerns about a gang war.
44
44
No.
overall
44
No. in
season
15
Title
"Chain Reaction"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Kendall Sherwood
Original release date
December 22, 2014 (2014-12-22)
Prod.
code
4X5765
US viewers
(millions)
3
One bad Santa takes advantage of a Kris Kringle flashmob right outside to rob a bank; alerted too late, the security guard shoots and kills the wrong Father Christmas in the Claus-chaotic getaway. Rusty's uneasy about Sharon's son and daughter, home for the holidays, keeping a secret from her.
One bad Santa takes advantage of a Kris Kringle flashmob right outside to rob a bank; alerted too late, the security guard shoots and kills the wrong Father Christmas in the Claus-chaotic getaway. Rusty's uneasy about Sharon's son and daughter, home for the holidays, keeping a secret from her.
No.
overall
One bad Santa takes advantage of a Kris Kringle flashmob right outside to rob a bank; alerted too late, the security guard shoots and kills the wrong Father Christmas in the Claus-chaotic getaway. Rusty's uneasy about Sharon's son and daughter, home for the holidays, keeping a secret from her.
45
45
No.
overall
45
No. in
season
16
Title
"Leap of Faith"
Directed by
Jon Tenney
Written by
Damani Johnson
Original release date
December 29, 2014 (2014-12-29)
Prod.
code
4X5766
US viewers
(millions)
4
After Flynn stops a man from jumping off an overpass, he discovers the body of a girl with autism under a tarp in the back of the man's truck and the team learns that he's a registered sex offender. Rusty is asked to write a victim impact statement.
After Flynn stops a man from jumping off an overpass, he discovers the body of a girl with autism under a tarp in the back of the man's truck and the team learns that he's a registered sex offender. Rusty is asked to write a victim impact statement.
No.
overall
After Flynn stops a man from jumping off an overpass, he discovers the body of a girl with autism under a tarp in the back of the man's truck and the team learns that he's a registered sex offender. Rusty is asked to write a victim impact statement.
46
46
No.
overall
46
No. in
season
17
Title
"Internal Affairs"
Directed by
Anthony Hemingway
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
January 5, 2015 (2015-01-05)
Prod.
code
4X5767
US viewers
(millions)
4
Just hours after Sanchez attacks his mother’s caregiver, believing he stole from her, the man is found dead. As Sharon does her best to help Sanchez with Internal Affairs, Rusty finds Jack drunk at her condo.
Just hours after Sanchez attacks his mother’s caregiver, believing he stole from her, the man is found dead. As Sharon does her best to help Sanchez with Internal Affairs, Rusty finds Jack drunk at her condo.
No.
overall
Just hours after Sanchez attacks his mother’s caregiver, believing he stole from her, the man is found dead. As Sharon does her best to help Sanchez with Internal Affairs, Rusty finds Jack drunk at her condo.
47
47
No.
overall
47
No. in
season
18
Title
"Special Master Part One"
Directed by
Steve Robin
Written by
Story by : Mike Berchem
Teleplay by : Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
January 12, 2015 (2015-01-12)
Prod.
code
4X5768
US viewers
(millions)
3
Philip Stroh, via his special master (working to ensure Stroh is not breaching attorney-client privilege) - a friend from law school days and now a judge - demands a new deal by telling DDA Rios that three women will soon die. After the first is found dead in a burned-down house, the team tries to uncover who the next will be and how Stroh knows ab
Philip Stroh, via his special master (working to ensure Stroh is not breaching attorney-client privilege) - a friend from law school days and now a judge - demands a new deal by telling DDA Rios that three women will soon die. After the first is found dead in a burned-down house, the team tries to uncover who the next will be and how Stroh knows ab
No.
overall
Philip Stroh, via his special master (working to ensure Stroh is not breaching attorney-client privilege) - a friend from law school days and now a judge - demands a new deal by telling DDA Rios that three women will soon die. After the first is found dead in a burned-down house, the team tries to uncover who the next will be and how Stroh knows ab
48
48
No.
overall
48
No. in
season
19
Title
"Special Master Part Two"
Directed by
Leo Geter
Written by
Story by : Mike Berchem
Teleplay by : Leo Geter & Jim Leonard
Original release date
January 12, 2015 (2015-01-12)
Prod.
code
4X5769
US viewers
(millions)
3
After the team barely escapes a house rigged to go up in flames, their search for the serial rapist and murderer they dub "Burning Man" narrows when Sharon realizes that Philip Stroh hasn't been communicating with the culprit but has detected the pattern of his killings, numbering at least 15 over 12 years. With the LAPD spread thin searching for B
After the team barely escapes a house rigged to go up in flames, their search for the serial rapist and murderer they dub "Burning Man" narrows when Sharon realizes that Philip Stroh hasn't been communicating with the culprit but has detected the pattern of his killings, numbering at least 15 over 12 years. With the LAPD spread thin searching for B
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After the team barely escapes a house rigged to go up in flames, their search for the serial rapist and murderer they dub "Burning Man" narrows when Sharon realizes that Philip Stroh hasn't been communicating with the culprit but has detected the pattern of his killings, numbering at least 15 over 12 years. With the LAPD spread thin searching for B
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | Prod. code | US viewers (millions) |
| 30 | 1 | "Flight Risk" | David McWhirter | Michael Alaimo | June 9, 2014 (2014-06-09) | 4X5751 | 5 |
| The team uncovers a family's secrets when a father and his two young children go missing. Raydor must trust Rusty when he starts to venture out on his own. | |||||||
| 31 | 2 | "Personal Day" | Rick Wallace | Duppy Demetrius | June 16, 2014 (2014-06-16) | 4X5752 | 4 |
| A self-proclaimed innocent man is found murdered after his release from prison. The seventeen-year-old murder case is reopened. Rusty admits to Raydor his reason for the suspicious visits. | |||||||
| 32 | 3 | "Frozen Assets" | Paul McCrane | Adam Belanoff | June 23, 2014 (2014-06-23) | 4X5753 | 4 |
| The murder of a dog that was left a 20-million-dollar estate by his deceased owner, an heiress, forces the team to suspect foul play in the owner's death. Wannabe detective Jonathan "Dick Tracy" Baird (Andrew Daly) (The Closer episode "Tapped Out"), the estate caretaker and head of security assists Major Crimes with the case. | |||||||
| 33 | 4 | "Letting It Go" | Steve Robin | Jim Leonard & Damani Johnson | June 30, 2014 (2014-06-30) | 4X5754 | 5 |
| An alleged rapist's murder prompts an emotional investigation of suspects. Rusty questions his mother's motives when he catches her in a lie. | |||||||
| 34 | 5 | "Do Not Disturb" | Sheelin Choksey | Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | July 7, 2014 (2014-07-07) | 4X5755 | 4 |
| A foreigner is found murdered in his hotel room, and the squad must quickly find the killer before an Indian diplomat's involvement in the case causes international repercussions. Rusty must decide on how to share a secret with the squad. | |||||||
| 35 | 6 | "Jane Doe " | Steve Robin | Michael Alaimo & Kendall Sherwood | July 14, 2014 (2014-07-14) | 4X5756 | 5 |
| When a young runaway is found murdered in a trash can, the team is doubly tasked with learning her identity and finding her killer. Raydor and her husband Jack discuss Rusty's future. | |||||||
| 36 | 7 | "Two Options" | Michael M. Robin | James Duff & Mike Berchem | July 21, 2014 (2014-07-21) | 4X5757 | 5 |
| SWAT officers discover an elderly couple shot dead in their own home. Major Crimes teams up with the Special Operations Bureau (SOB) and FBI Agent Howard to find the killer, who also took hostages from the home. Howard is suggested for consideration as the new Deputy Chief for SOB. Note: The LAPD SOB includes SWAT, SIS and Air Support Division – | |||||||
| 37 | 8 | "Cutting Loose" | Roxann Dawson | Duppy Demetrius | July 28, 2014 (2014-07-28) | 4X5758 | 5 |
| Lt. Tao has double duty when the star (Luke Perry) of the failing cop show on which he consults becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a stalker-fan. | |||||||
| 38 | 9 | "Sweet Revenge" | David McWhirter | Adam Belanoff | August 4, 2014 (2014-08-04) | 4X5759 | 5 |
| The team investigates the murder of an entrepreneur with questionable morals and possible mob connections. Rusty tries to win over Raydor's son Ricky who comes home to visit, and Fritz Howard prepares to assume command of the Special Operations Bureau. | |||||||
| 39 | 10 | "Zoo Story" | Michael M. Robin | Leo Geter & Jim Leonard | August 11, 2014 (2014-08-11) | 4X5760 | 5 |
| A female police officer, with a physical resemblance to a series of kidnapped girls, is abducted from an under-21 night club. Rusty's biological mother is arrested for shoplifting and asks Rusty to help bail her out, even if it means returning to his old ways. Newly appointed Deputy Chief Howard suffers a cardiac event and must secretly wear a pace | |||||||
| 40 | 11 | "Down the Drain" | Steve Robin | Duppy Demetrius | November 24, 2014 (2014-11-24) | 4X5761 | 2 |
| The body of a young, recently pregnant woman is found in a storm drain and it's discovered that she had been working a surrogacy scam on three families; the team must figure out who murdered her and find the baby. Rusty tries to find a way to tell his mother about his upcoming adoption. | |||||||
| 41 | 12 | "Party Foul" | Rick Wallace | Michael Alaimo | December 1, 2014 (2014-12-01) | 4X5762 | 4 |
| The bloody bodies of a first-year college student and her murdered boyfriend, stabbed with the same pair of scissors, are found in the garage during a raucous, crowded birthday party; Provenza tries to get answers from the girl, in critical condition at the hospital, and her grandmother. Rusty becomes interested in a colleague. | |||||||
| 42 | 13 | "Acting Out" | Sheelin Choksey | Adam Belanoff | December 8, 2014 (2014-12-08) | 4X5763 | 3 |
| A former child star, trying to make his comeback in an indie film, is found dead on the streets, where he was researching his role as an addict. Flynn's daughter has the wrong idea about her father and Sharon's relationship. | |||||||
| 43 | 14 | "Trial by Fire" | Stacy K. Black | Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | December 15, 2014 (2014-12-15) | 4X5764 | 3 |
| Soon after a gang member who killed an innocent boy in a drive-by is found not guilty because a witness was too scared to testify, the accused's body is found burned in the trunk of his car. The team investigates but must deal with Jack, the lawyer for one suspect, and Deputy Chief Howard's concerns about a gang war. | |||||||
| 44 | 15 | "Chain Reaction" | David McWhirter | Kendall Sherwood | December 22, 2014 (2014-12-22) | 4X5765 | 3 |
| One bad Santa takes advantage of a Kris Kringle flashmob right outside to rob a bank; alerted too late, the security guard shoots and kills the wrong Father Christmas in the Claus-chaotic getaway. Rusty's uneasy about Sharon's son and daughter, home for the holidays, keeping a secret from her. | |||||||
| 45 | 16 | "Leap of Faith" | Jon Tenney | Damani Johnson | December 29, 2014 (2014-12-29) | 4X5766 | 4 |
| After Flynn stops a man from jumping off an overpass, he discovers the body of a girl with autism under a tarp in the back of the man's truck and the team learns that he's a registered sex offender. Rusty is asked to write a victim impact statement. | |||||||
| 46 | 17 | "Internal Affairs" | Anthony Hemingway | Michael Alaimo | January 5, 2015 (2015-01-05) | 4X5767 | 4 |
| Just hours after Sanchez attacks his mother’s caregiver, believing he stole from her, the man is found dead. As Sharon does her best to help Sanchez with Internal Affairs, Rusty finds Jack drunk at her condo. | |||||||
| 47 | 18 | "Special Master Part One" | Steve Robin | Story by : Mike Berchem Teleplay by : Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | January 12, 2015 (2015-01-12) | 4X5768 | 3 |
| Philip Stroh, via his special master (working to ensure Stroh is not breaching attorney-client privilege) - a friend from law school days and now a judge - demands a new deal by telling DDA Rios that three women will soon die. After the first is found dead in a burned-down house, the team tries to uncover who the next will be and how Stroh knows ab | |||||||
| 48 | 19 | "Special Master Part Two" | Leo Geter | Story by : Mike Berchem Teleplay by : Leo Geter & Jim Leonard | January 12, 2015 (2015-01-12) | 4X5769 | 3 |
| After the team barely escapes a house rigged to go up in flames, their search for the serial rapist and murderer they dub "Burning Man" narrows when Sharon realizes that Philip Stroh hasn't been communicating with the culprit but has detected the pattern of his killings, numbering at least 15 over 12 years. With the LAPD spread thin searching for B | |||||||
· Episodes › Season 4 (2015–16)
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49
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49
No. in
season
1
Title
"A Rose Is a Rose"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
June 8, 2015 (2015-06-08)
Prod.
code
4X6101
US viewers
(millions)
3
With Philip Stroh apparently out of the country, and Sanchez returning from a five month suspension and anger-management training (all per events in Season 3 finale), the team investigates a murder that seems to be linked to a recent series of home invasions. Rusty starts covering the investigation for his journalism class, but switches to research
With Philip Stroh apparently out of the country, and Sanchez returning from a five month suspension and anger-management training (all per events in Season 3 finale), the team investigates a murder that seems to be linked to a recent series of home invasions. Rusty starts covering the investigation for his journalism class, but switches to research
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With Philip Stroh apparently out of the country, and Sanchez returning from a five month suspension and anger-management training (all per events in Season 3 finale), the team investigates a murder that seems to be linked to a recent series of home invasions. Rusty starts covering the investigation for his journalism class, but switches to research
50
50
No.
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50
No. in
season
2
Title
"Sorry I Missed You"
Directed by
Sheelin Choksey
Written by
Kendall Sherwood
Original release date
June 15, 2015 (2015-06-15)
Prod.
code
4X6102
US viewers
(millions)
3
The team has to look into a carjacking after the speeding driver, pursued by police, makes it to LA, fatally crashing only for the trunk to pop open and the car's owner, shot to death, falling out onto the road. In his effort to discover Alice's real name, Rusty visits her accused killer in jail.
The team has to look into a carjacking after the speeding driver, pursued by police, makes it to LA, fatally crashing only for the trunk to pop open and the car's owner, shot to death, falling out onto the road. In his effort to discover Alice's real name, Rusty visits her accused killer in jail.
No.
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The team has to look into a carjacking after the speeding driver, pursued by police, makes it to LA, fatally crashing only for the trunk to pop open and the car's owner, shot to death, falling out onto the road. In his effort to discover Alice's real name, Rusty visits her accused killer in jail.
51
51
No.
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51
No. in
season
3
Title
"Open Line"
Directed by
Rick Wallace
Written by
Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
June 22, 2015 (2015-06-22)
Prod.
code
4X6103
US viewers
(millions)
4
The team looks into the brutal beating and murder of a supermodel who was cyber stalked; the LAPD's servers are soon infected with spyware. Rusty and Sharon are subpoenaed because of Rusty's prison visit.
The team looks into the brutal beating and murder of a supermodel who was cyber stalked; the LAPD's servers are soon infected with spyware. Rusty and Sharon are subpoenaed because of Rusty's prison visit.
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The team looks into the brutal beating and murder of a supermodel who was cyber stalked; the LAPD's servers are soon infected with spyware. Rusty and Sharon are subpoenaed because of Rusty's prison visit.
52
52
No.
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52
No. in
season
4
Title
"Turn Down"
Directed by
Paul McCrane
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
June 29, 2015 (2015-06-29)
Prod.
code
4X6104
US viewers
(millions)
4
On Buzz's first night as a reserve officer, on a ridealong with Flynn and Provenza, he insists on treating the death of a wedding guest in a hotel bathtub as suspicious. The team soon finds itself investigating a pre-nuptial homicide. Rusty continues his search for Alice's true identity, trying to crack her voicemail password.
On Buzz's first night as a reserve officer, on a ridealong with Flynn and Provenza, he insists on treating the death of a wedding guest in a hotel bathtub as suspicious. The team soon finds itself investigating a pre-nuptial homicide. Rusty continues his search for Alice's true identity, trying to crack her voicemail password.
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On Buzz's first night as a reserve officer, on a ridealong with Flynn and Provenza, he insists on treating the death of a wedding guest in a hotel bathtub as suspicious. The team soon finds itself investigating a pre-nuptial homicide. Rusty continues his search for Alice's true identity, trying to crack her voicemail password.
53
53
No.
overall
53
No. in
season
5
Title
"Snitch"
Directed by
Steve Robin
Written by
Damani Johnson
Original release date
July 6, 2015 (2015-07-06)
Prod.
code
4X6105
US viewers
(millions)
4
As the team investigates the latest in a series of gang killings, Sykes tries to protect a young eyewitness by not revealing her existence. Flynn tries to get up the courage to take the next step in his relationship with Sharon. Rusty turns to Dr. Joe for advice on his journalistic pursuit of Alice's identity.
As the team investigates the latest in a series of gang killings, Sykes tries to protect a young eyewitness by not revealing her existence. Flynn tries to get up the courage to take the next step in his relationship with Sharon. Rusty turns to Dr. Joe for advice on his journalistic pursuit of Alice's identity.
No.
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As the team investigates the latest in a series of gang killings, Sykes tries to protect a young eyewitness by not revealing her existence. Flynn tries to get up the courage to take the next step in his relationship with Sharon. Rusty turns to Dr. Joe for advice on his journalistic pursuit of Alice's identity.
54
54
No.
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54
No. in
season
6
Title
"Personal Effects"
Directed by
Sylvain White
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
July 13, 2015 (2015-07-13)
Prod.
code
4X6106
US viewers
(millions)
4
A bullet-holed skeleton is found off a trail in Mulholland and quickly determined to be the remains of a rapist. Provenza pays Rusty to secretly move his stuff into storage while Provenza's girlfriend Patrice cleans house.
A bullet-holed skeleton is found off a trail in Mulholland and quickly determined to be the remains of a rapist. Provenza pays Rusty to secretly move his stuff into storage while Provenza's girlfriend Patrice cleans house.
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A bullet-holed skeleton is found off a trail in Mulholland and quickly determined to be the remains of a rapist. Provenza pays Rusty to secretly move his stuff into storage while Provenza's girlfriend Patrice cleans house.
55
55
No.
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55
No. in
season
7
Title
"Targets of Opportunity"
Directed by
Michael M. Robin
Written by
Jim Leonard
Original release date
July 20, 2015 (2015-07-20)
Prod.
code
4X6107
US viewers
(millions)
4
The team investigates a case involving two murdered cops and a young man on the run. Rusty takes advantage of the situation to continue his pursuit of Alice's identity.
The team investigates a case involving two murdered cops and a young man on the run. Rusty takes advantage of the situation to continue his pursuit of Alice's identity.
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The team investigates a case involving two murdered cops and a young man on the run. Rusty takes advantage of the situation to continue his pursuit of Alice's identity.
56
56
No.
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56
No. in
season
8
Title
"Hostage to Fortune"
Directed by
Paul McCrane
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
July 27, 2015 (2015-07-27)
Prod.
code
4X6108
US viewers
(millions)
4
The team investigates a kidnapping with the help of an obnoxious, possibly corrupt FBI agent (Alan Ruck). Rusty sets up a meeting with Alice's brother, Gustavo, but at the expense of his relationship with T ., his newfound friend. Gus tells Rusty that Alice's real name was Marianna.
The team investigates a kidnapping with the help of an obnoxious, possibly corrupt FBI agent (Alan Ruck). Rusty sets up a meeting with Alice's brother, Gustavo, but at the expense of his relationship with T ., his newfound friend. Gus tells Rusty that Alice's real name was Marianna.
No.
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The team investigates a kidnapping with the help of an obnoxious, possibly corrupt FBI agent (Alan Ruck). Rusty sets up a meeting with Alice's brother, Gustavo, but at the expense of his relationship with T ., his newfound friend. Gus tells Rusty that Alice's real name was Marianna.
57
57
No.
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57
No. in
season
9
Title
"Wish You Were Here"
Directed by
Paul McCrane
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
August 3, 2015 (2015-08-03)
Prod.
code
4X6109
US viewers
(millions)
4
The team investigates when the death of a man goes viral on YouTube. Hobbs tries to make a deal with Marianna's brother Gus, with the help of Rusty and Flynn.
The team investigates when the death of a man goes viral on YouTube. Hobbs tries to make a deal with Marianna's brother Gus, with the help of Rusty and Flynn.
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The team investigates when the death of a man goes viral on YouTube. Hobbs tries to make a deal with Marianna's brother Gus, with the help of Rusty and Flynn.
The team investigates the death of the son of a Superior Court Judge and a possible link to the Aryan Brotherhood. Flynn's search for Marianna's sister Paloma turns up something, leaving her brother Gus with a hard decision.
The team investigates the death of the son of a Superior Court Judge and a possible link to the Aryan Brotherhood. Flynn's search for Marianna's sister Paloma turns up something, leaving her brother Gus with a hard decision.
No.
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The team investigates the death of the son of a Superior Court Judge and a possible link to the Aryan Brotherhood. Flynn's search for Marianna's sister Paloma turns up something, leaving her brother Gus with a hard decision.
59
59
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59
No. in
season
11
Title
"Four of a Kind"
Directed by
Rick Wallace
Written by
Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
November 2, 2015 (2015-11-02)
Prod.
code
4X6111
US viewers
(millions)
2
The team investigates the shooting of four rich people, dumped in the back of an SUV and then dropped off at a hospital. Rusty wants his next journalism story to be about Marianna's accused killer. Flynn is injured while trying to arrest a suspect.
The team investigates the shooting of four rich people, dumped in the back of an SUV and then dropped off at a hospital. Rusty wants his next journalism story to be about Marianna's accused killer. Flynn is injured while trying to arrest a suspect.
No.
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The team investigates the shooting of four rich people, dumped in the back of an SUV and then dropped off at a hospital. Rusty wants his next journalism story to be about Marianna's accused killer. Flynn is injured while trying to arrest a suspect.
60
60
No.
overall
60
No. in
season
12
Title
"Blackout"
Directed by
David McWhirter
Written by
Damani Johnson
Original release date
November 9, 2015 (2015-11-09)
Prod.
code
4X6112
US viewers
(millions)
2
On trial for killing his wife Lisa, Ken Song attempts to withdraw a previous confession. His attorney, Sharon's ex-husband Jack, explains that he has a video showing Ken at a bar when his wife was murdered. Suspicion then falls on Lisa's sister Mary Lowe, whom Ken was having an affair with. Rusty engages in jailhouse interviews with Slider, Marian
On trial for killing his wife Lisa, Ken Song attempts to withdraw a previous confession. His attorney, Sharon's ex-husband Jack, explains that he has a video showing Ken at a bar when his wife was murdered. Suspicion then falls on Lisa's sister Mary Lowe, whom Ken was having an affair with. Rusty engages in jailhouse interviews with Slider, Marian
No.
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On trial for killing his wife Lisa, Ken Song attempts to withdraw a previous confession. His attorney, Sharon's ex-husband Jack, explains that he has a video showing Ken at a bar when his wife was murdered. Suspicion then falls on Lisa's sister Mary Lowe, whom Ken was having an affair with. Rusty engages in jailhouse interviews with Slider, Marian
61
61
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61
No. in
season
13
Title
"Reality Check"
Directed by
Sheelin Choksey
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
November 16, 2015 (2015-11-16)
Prod.
code
4X6113
US viewers
(millions)
2
The team investigates the suspicious death of a wife participating in a dysfunctional-couple reality-TV show; Flynn convalesces at Sharon's apartment.
The team investigates the suspicious death of a wife participating in a dysfunctional-couple reality-TV show; Flynn convalesces at Sharon's apartment.
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The team investigates the suspicious death of a wife participating in a dysfunctional-couple reality-TV show; Flynn convalesces at Sharon's apartment.
62
62
No.
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62
No. in
season
14
Title
"Taking the Fall"
Directed by
Stacey K. Black
Written by
Jim Leonard & Nick Zayas
Original release date
November 23, 2015 (2015-11-23)
Prod.
code
4X6114
US viewers
(millions)
2
The team investigates the murder of a stockbroker soon after he was confronted by a driver seemingly consumed with road-rage. Flynn suffers a setback in his convalescence and requires surgery to remove a migrating blood clot.
The team investigates the murder of a stockbroker soon after he was confronted by a driver seemingly consumed with road-rage. Flynn suffers a setback in his convalescence and requires surgery to remove a migrating blood clot.
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The team investigates the murder of a stockbroker soon after he was confronted by a driver seemingly consumed with road-rage. Flynn suffers a setback in his convalescence and requires surgery to remove a migrating blood clot.
63
63
No.
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63
No. in
season
15
Title
"The Jumping Off Point"
Directed by
Nzingha Stewart
Written by
Leo Geter & Michael Zara
Original release date
November 30, 2015 (2015-11-30)
Prod.
code
4X6115
US viewers
(millions)
3
A young man is pushed off a parking structure and the investigation reveals he should not have been able to afford a high-end apartment without any visible means of support. Flynn must endure an overly cheerful physical therapist.
A young man is pushed off a parking structure and the investigation reveals he should not have been able to afford a high-end apartment without any visible means of support. Flynn must endure an overly cheerful physical therapist.
No.
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A young man is pushed off a parking structure and the investigation reveals he should not have been able to afford a high-end apartment without any visible means of support. Flynn must endure an overly cheerful physical therapist.
64
64
No.
overall
64
No. in
season
16
Title
"Thick as Thieves"
Directed by
Jon Tenney
Written by
Kendall Sherwood
Original release date
December 7, 2015 (2015-12-07)
Prod.
code
4X6116
US viewers
(millions)
3
Flynn returns to work but is limited to desk duty, while the team investigates a fugitive diamond thief's body found by his bail bondsmen. Marianna's brother Gus learns of Rusty's relationship with Slider who goes on trial for her murder.
Flynn returns to work but is limited to desk duty, while the team investigates a fugitive diamond thief's body found by his bail bondsmen. Marianna's brother Gus learns of Rusty's relationship with Slider who goes on trial for her murder.
No.
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Flynn returns to work but is limited to desk duty, while the team investigates a fugitive diamond thief's body found by his bail bondsmen. Marianna's brother Gus learns of Rusty's relationship with Slider who goes on trial for her murder.
65
65
No.
overall
65
No. in
season
17
Title
" "
Directed by
David Harp
Written by
Duppy Demetrius
Original release date
December 14, 2015 (2015-12-14)
Prod.
code
4X6117
US viewers
(millions)
3
The daughter of a pro baseball player goes missing, leading to a surprising conclusion. Slider faces sentencing in Marianna's murder while Rusty has to deal with the fallout of Gus' discovery of his friendship with Slider.
The daughter of a pro baseball player goes missing, leading to a surprising conclusion. Slider faces sentencing in Marianna's murder while Rusty has to deal with the fallout of Gus' discovery of his friendship with Slider.
No.
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The daughter of a pro baseball player goes missing, leading to a surprising conclusion. Slider faces sentencing in Marianna's murder while Rusty has to deal with the fallout of Gus' discovery of his friendship with Slider.
66
66
No.
overall
66
No. in
season
18
Title
"Penalty Phase"
Directed by
Michael M. Robin
Written by
Adam Belanoff
Original release date
December 21, 2015 (2015-12-21)
Prod.
code
4X6118
US viewers
(millions)
3
The squad pursues a man who includes people in a film he is making before he murders them. Rusty must deal with the possibility of his relationship with Marianna's brother Gus becoming romantic.
The squad pursues a man who includes people in a film he is making before he murders them. Rusty must deal with the possibility of his relationship with Marianna's brother Gus becoming romantic.
No.
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The squad pursues a man who includes people in a film he is making before he murders them. Rusty must deal with the possibility of his relationship with Marianna's brother Gus becoming romantic.
67
67
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67
No. in
season
19
Title
"Hindsight, Part 1"
Directed by
Michael Robin
Written by
James Duff & Mike Berchem
Original release date
February 15, 2016 (2016-02-15)
Prod.
code
4X6119
US viewers
(millions)
3
The squad investigates the fatal shooting of a woman, Tamika Weaver, and her young son in gang territory, with the gun linked to high-profile murders years earlier, including that of a policeman, Reece. Sykes begins an uneasy alliance with a disgraced former LAPD detective, Mark Hickman. The gun linked to the early murders is found during a searc
The squad investigates the fatal shooting of a woman, Tamika Weaver, and her young son in gang territory, with the gun linked to high-profile murders years earlier, including that of a policeman, Reece. Sykes begins an uneasy alliance with a disgraced former LAPD detective, Mark Hickman. The gun linked to the early murders is found during a searc
No.
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The squad investigates the fatal shooting of a woman, Tamika Weaver, and her young son in gang territory, with the gun linked to high-profile murders years earlier, including that of a policeman, Reece. Sykes begins an uneasy alliance with a disgraced former LAPD detective, Mark Hickman. The gun linked to the early murders is found during a searc
68
68
No.
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68
No. in
season
20
Title
"Hindsight, Part 2"
Directed by
Stacey K. Black
Written by
Damani Johnson
Original release date
February 22, 2016 (2016-02-22)
Prod.
code
4X6120
US viewers
(millions)
3
Sykes finds herself in an extremely uncomfortable position when Capt. Raydor (who doesn't know Amy is already in contact with him) assigns her to keep Hickman under surveillance. Emil Fisher, the Rev. Price's accomplice in the murders, recently released from prison, is questioned by the police about a possible third person who drove the getaway ca
Sykes finds herself in an extremely uncomfortable position when Capt. Raydor (who doesn't know Amy is already in contact with him) assigns her to keep Hickman under surveillance. Emil Fisher, the Rev. Price's accomplice in the murders, recently released from prison, is questioned by the police about a possible third person who drove the getaway ca
No.
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Sykes finds herself in an extremely uncomfortable position when Capt. Raydor (who doesn't know Amy is already in contact with him) assigns her to keep Hickman under surveillance. Emil Fisher, the Rev. Price's accomplice in the murders, recently released from prison, is questioned by the police about a possible third person who drove the getaway ca
69
69
No.
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69
No. in
season
21
Title
"Hindsight, Part 3"
Directed by
Patrick G. Duffy
Written by
Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Original release date
February 29, 2016 (2016-02-29)
Prod.
code
4X6121
US viewers
(millions)
2
Emil Fisher has been found murdered by drug overdose and Hickman is considered a possible suspect. Revelations of affairs with highly placed politicians provide alternate motives for the murder of the DA years ago. Rev. 'Cop Killer' bails Tamika's boyfriend, John Barnes, out of jail to attend her funeral. A drive-by signals a probable start to g
Emil Fisher has been found murdered by drug overdose and Hickman is considered a possible suspect. Revelations of affairs with highly placed politicians provide alternate motives for the murder of the DA years ago. Rev. 'Cop Killer' bails Tamika's boyfriend, John Barnes, out of jail to attend her funeral. A drive-by signals a probable start to g
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overall
Emil Fisher has been found murdered by drug overdose and Hickman is considered a possible suspect. Revelations of affairs with highly placed politicians provide alternate motives for the murder of the DA years ago. Rev. 'Cop Killer' bails Tamika's boyfriend, John Barnes, out of jail to attend her funeral. A drive-by signals a probable start to g
70
70
No.
overall
70
No. in
season
22
Title
"Hindsight, Part 4"
Directed by
Leo Geter
Written by
Michael Alaimo
Original release date
March 7, 2016 (2016-03-07)
Prod.
code
4X6122
US viewers
(millions)
3
Hickman has been arrested for threatening Rev. Price with a gun. The police realize the third person/driver in the Reece murder was Tamika. A plan to flush out Barnes goes terribly wrong and he is killed in a shootout; Dennis Price is arrested at the shootout. Patrice gives Provenza an ultimatum about their wedding. Gus tells Provenza Gary has
Hickman has been arrested for threatening Rev. Price with a gun. The police realize the third person/driver in the Reece murder was Tamika. A plan to flush out Barnes goes terribly wrong and he is killed in a shootout; Dennis Price is arrested at the shootout. Patrice gives Provenza an ultimatum about their wedding. Gus tells Provenza Gary has
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overall
Hickman has been arrested for threatening Rev. Price with a gun. The police realize the third person/driver in the Reece murder was Tamika. A plan to flush out Barnes goes terribly wrong and he is killed in a shootout; Dennis Price is arrested at the shootout. Patrice gives Provenza an ultimatum about their wedding. Gus tells Provenza Gary has
71
71
No.
overall
71
No. in
season
23
Title
"Hindsight, Part 5"
Directed by
Michael Robin
Written by
Duppy Demetrius & Mike Berchem
Original release date
March 14, 2016 (2016-03-14)
Prod.
code
4X6123
US viewers
(millions)
3
Faced with evidence that Dennis is a drug kingpin working out of his church, Rev. Price agreed to wear an A/V wire when he confronts his brother about the desecration of the church. What he finds out horrifies him. But it also becomes evident to the police that Dennis is not responsible for any of the killings. Further investigation allows the s
Faced with evidence that Dennis is a drug kingpin working out of his church, Rev. Price agreed to wear an A/V wire when he confronts his brother about the desecration of the church. What he finds out horrifies him. But it also becomes evident to the police that Dennis is not responsible for any of the killings. Further investigation allows the s
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overall
Faced with evidence that Dennis is a drug kingpin working out of his church, Rev. Price agreed to wear an A/V wire when he confronts his brother about the desecration of the church. What he finds out horrifies him. But it also becomes evident to the police that Dennis is not responsible for any of the killings. Further investigation allows the s
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| 49 | 1 | "A Rose Is a Rose" | David McWhirter | Duppy Demetrius | June 8, 2015 (2015-06-08) | 4X6101 | 3 |
| With Philip Stroh apparently out of the country, and Sanchez returning from a five month suspension and anger-management training (all per events in Season 3 finale), the team investigates a murder that seems to be linked to a recent series of home invasions. Rusty starts covering the investigation for his journalism class, but switches to research | |||||||
| 50 | 2 | "Sorry I Missed You" | Sheelin Choksey | Kendall Sherwood | June 15, 2015 (2015-06-15) | 4X6102 | 3 |
| The team has to look into a carjacking after the speeding driver, pursued by police, makes it to LA, fatally crashing only for the trunk to pop open and the car's owner, shot to death, falling out onto the road. In his effort to discover Alice's real name, Rusty visits her accused killer in jail. | |||||||
| 51 | 3 | "Open Line" | Rick Wallace | Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | June 22, 2015 (2015-06-22) | 4X6103 | 4 |
| The team looks into the brutal beating and murder of a supermodel who was cyber stalked; the LAPD's servers are soon infected with spyware. Rusty and Sharon are subpoenaed because of Rusty's prison visit. | |||||||
| 52 | 4 | "Turn Down" | Paul McCrane | Adam Belanoff | June 29, 2015 (2015-06-29) | 4X6104 | 4 |
| On Buzz's first night as a reserve officer, on a ridealong with Flynn and Provenza, he insists on treating the death of a wedding guest in a hotel bathtub as suspicious. The team soon finds itself investigating a pre-nuptial homicide. Rusty continues his search for Alice's true identity, trying to crack her voicemail password. | |||||||
| 53 | 5 | "Snitch" | Steve Robin | Damani Johnson | July 6, 2015 (2015-07-06) | 4X6105 | 4 |
| As the team investigates the latest in a series of gang killings, Sykes tries to protect a young eyewitness by not revealing her existence. Flynn tries to get up the courage to take the next step in his relationship with Sharon. Rusty turns to Dr. Joe for advice on his journalistic pursuit of Alice's identity. | |||||||
| 54 | 6 | "Personal Effects" | Sylvain White | Michael Alaimo | July 13, 2015 (2015-07-13) | 4X6106 | 4 |
| A bullet-holed skeleton is found off a trail in Mulholland and quickly determined to be the remains of a rapist. Provenza pays Rusty to secretly move his stuff into storage while Provenza's girlfriend Patrice cleans house. | |||||||
| 55 | 7 | "Targets of Opportunity" | Michael M. Robin | Jim Leonard | July 20, 2015 (2015-07-20) | 4X6107 | 4 |
| The team investigates a case involving two murdered cops and a young man on the run. Rusty takes advantage of the situation to continue his pursuit of Alice's identity. | |||||||
| 56 | 8 | "Hostage to Fortune" | Paul McCrane | Adam Belanoff | July 27, 2015 (2015-07-27) | 4X6108 | 4 |
| The team investigates a kidnapping with the help of an obnoxious, possibly corrupt FBI agent (Alan Ruck). Rusty sets up a meeting with Alice's brother, Gustavo, but at the expense of his relationship with T ., his newfound friend. Gus tells Rusty that Alice's real name was Marianna. | |||||||
| 57 | 9 | "Wish You Were Here" | Paul McCrane | Adam Belanoff | August 3, 2015 (2015-08-03) | 4X6109 | 4 |
| The team investigates when the death of a man goes viral on YouTube. Hobbs tries to make a deal with Marianna's brother Gus, with the help of Rusty and Flynn. | |||||||
| 58 | 10 | "Fifth Dynasty" | Michael M. Robin | Kendall Sherwood | August 10, 2015 (2015-08-10) | 4X6110 | 4 |
| The team investigates the death of the son of a Superior Court Judge and a possible link to the Aryan Brotherhood. Flynn's search for Marianna's sister Paloma turns up something, leaving her brother Gus with a hard decision. | |||||||
| 59 | 11 | "Four of a Kind" | Rick Wallace | Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | November 2, 2015 (2015-11-02) | 4X6111 | 2 |
| The team investigates the shooting of four rich people, dumped in the back of an SUV and then dropped off at a hospital. Rusty wants his next journalism story to be about Marianna's accused killer. Flynn is injured while trying to arrest a suspect. | |||||||
| 60 | 12 | "Blackout" | David McWhirter | Damani Johnson | November 9, 2015 (2015-11-09) | 4X6112 | 2 |
| On trial for killing his wife Lisa, Ken Song attempts to withdraw a previous confession. His attorney, Sharon's ex-husband Jack, explains that he has a video showing Ken at a bar when his wife was murdered. Suspicion then falls on Lisa's sister Mary Lowe, whom Ken was having an affair with. Rusty engages in jailhouse interviews with Slider, Marian | |||||||
| 61 | 13 | "Reality Check" | Sheelin Choksey | Michael Alaimo | November 16, 2015 (2015-11-16) | 4X6113 | 2 |
| The team investigates the suspicious death of a wife participating in a dysfunctional-couple reality-TV show; Flynn convalesces at Sharon's apartment. | |||||||
| 62 | 14 | "Taking the Fall" | Stacey K. Black | Jim Leonard & Nick Zayas | November 23, 2015 (2015-11-23) | 4X6114 | 2 |
| The team investigates the murder of a stockbroker soon after he was confronted by a driver seemingly consumed with road-rage. Flynn suffers a setback in his convalescence and requires surgery to remove a migrating blood clot. | |||||||
| 63 | 15 | "The Jumping Off Point" | Nzingha Stewart | Leo Geter & Michael Zara | November 30, 2015 (2015-11-30) | 4X6115 | 3 |
| A young man is pushed off a parking structure and the investigation reveals he should not have been able to afford a high-end apartment without any visible means of support. Flynn must endure an overly cheerful physical therapist. | |||||||
| 64 | 16 | "Thick as Thieves" | Jon Tenney | Kendall Sherwood | December 7, 2015 (2015-12-07) | 4X6116 | 3 |
| Flynn returns to work but is limited to desk duty, while the team investigates a fugitive diamond thief's body found by his bail bondsmen. Marianna's brother Gus learns of Rusty's relationship with Slider who goes on trial for her murder. | |||||||
| 65 | 17 | | David Harp | Duppy Demetrius | December 14, 2015 (2015-12-14) | 4X6117 | 3 |
| The daughter of a pro baseball player goes missing, leading to a surprising conclusion. Slider faces sentencing in Marianna's murder while Rusty has to deal with the fallout of Gus' discovery of his friendship with Slider. | |||||||
| 66 | 18 | "Penalty Phase" | Michael M. Robin | Adam Belanoff | December 21, 2015 (2015-12-21) | 4X6118 | 3 |
| The squad pursues a man who includes people in a film he is making before he murders them. Rusty must deal with the possibility of his relationship with Marianna's brother Gus becoming romantic. | |||||||
| 67 | 19 | "Hindsight, Part 1" | Michael Robin | James Duff & Mike Berchem | February 15, 2016 (2016-02-15) | 4X6119 | 3 |
| The squad investigates the fatal shooting of a woman, Tamika Weaver, and her young son in gang territory, with the gun linked to high-profile murders years earlier, including that of a policeman, Reece. Sykes begins an uneasy alliance with a disgraced former LAPD detective, Mark Hickman. The gun linked to the early murders is found during a searc | |||||||
| 68 | 20 | "Hindsight, Part 2" | Stacey K. Black | Damani Johnson | February 22, 2016 (2016-02-22) | 4X6120 | 3 |
| Sykes finds herself in an extremely uncomfortable position when Capt. Raydor (who doesn't know Amy is already in contact with him) assigns her to keep Hickman under surveillance. Emil Fisher, the Rev. Price's accomplice in the murders, recently released from prison, is questioned by the police about a possible third person who drove the getaway ca | |||||||
| 69 | 21 | "Hindsight, Part 3" | Patrick G. Duffy | Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore | February 29, 2016 (2016-02-29) | 4X6121 | 2 |
| Emil Fisher has been found murdered by drug overdose and Hickman is considered a possible suspect. Revelations of affairs with highly placed politicians provide alternate motives for the murder of the DA years ago. Rev. 'Cop Killer' bails Tamika's boyfriend, John Barnes, out of jail to attend her funeral. A drive-by signals a probable start to g | |||||||
| 70 | 22 | "Hindsight, Part 4" | Leo Geter | Michael Alaimo | March 7, 2016 (2016-03-07) | 4X6122 | 3 |
| Hickman has been arrested for threatening Rev. Price with a gun. The police realize the third person/driver in the Reece murder was Tamika. A plan to flush out Barnes goes terribly wrong and he is killed in a shootout; Dennis Price is arrested at the shootout. Patrice gives Provenza an ultimatum about their wedding. Gus tells Provenza Gary has | |||||||
| 71 | 23 | "Hindsight, Part 5" | Michael Robin | Duppy Demetrius & Mike Berchem | March 14, 2016 (2016-03-14) | 4X6123 | 3 |
| Faced with evidence that Dennis is a drug kingpin working out of his church, Rev. Price agreed to wear an A/V wire when he confronts his brother about the desecration of the church. What he finds out horrifies him. But it also becomes evident to the police that Dennis is not responsible for any of the killings. Further investigation allows the s | |||||||