Major Crimes
Overview
Major Crimes delves into the intricate dynamics of the American judicial system, showcasing the collaboration between law enforcement and prosecutors as they strive for successful convictions. At the helm is LAPD Captain Sharon Raydor, who leads a specialized unit tackling high-stakes and sensitive cases in Los Angeles. The series expertly navigates the challenges faced by this team, emphasizing both the procedural aspects and the personal stakes involved in their pursuit of justice. With its compelling narratives, the show highlights the complexities of crime-solving in a bustling metropolis.
Episodes
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1
Reloaded
The department is struggling to cope with the recent exit of Deputy Chief Brenda Lee Johnson, making it challenging for Captain Sharon Raydor, the new...
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2
Before and After
As tensions rise within Major Crimes, the team faces challenges while pursuing justice for a complex and brutal homicide case. Raydor finds it difficu...
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3
Medical Causes
Details become murky in a case surrounding a deadly car accident outside a nightclub. At the same time, Rusty is filled with anticipation as he awaits...
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4
The Ecstasy and the Agony
The team collaborates with the FBI as a murder investigation leads them into the world of the Israeli mob and an "intuitive life strategist." Meanwhil...
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5
Citizen's Arrest
After a kidnapping takes a tragic turn, the team races against time to solve the case and seeks assistance from a district attorney. At the same time,...
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6
Out of Bounds
Following a tragic shooting in gang territory, Raydor takes a bold risk that could endanger her career and put Det. Sykes in danger. Meanwhile, Rusty ...
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7
The Shame Game
After the murder of an activist fighting against human trafficking, detectives uncover a potential witness: a young prostitute eager to leave her life...
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8
Dismissed with Prejudice
After eight years, a murder conviction is reversed, prompting Tao to reevaluate his previous decisions. Meanwhile, Rusty finds it challenging to be au...
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9
Cheaters Never Prosper
A man in Las Vegas is discovered deceased from what appears to be an overdose, but as the investigation progresses, murky details start to emerge. At ...
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10
Long Shot
In the season finale, a serene ceremony takes a tragic turn when a sniper opens fire, prompting Major Crimes to join forces with the FBI to capture th...
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Final Cut
The team rushes to extract a confession after the pregnant spouse of a prominent film director is discovered dead. Simultaneously, while progress appe...
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2
False Pretenses
The department is shaken by a complicated murder-suicide investigation. At the same time, Rusty gets an ominous and threatening letter, prompting Emma...
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3
Under the Influence
A nosy television writer-producer tags along with Sanchez and Tao for a ride-along, hoping to gain some insight into the workings of the LAPD. However...
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4
I, Witness
The LAPD brings a crucial witness to Los Angeles for testimony, but things take a dark twist when this witness becomes the main suspect in a fresh mur...
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5
D.O.A.
The team delves into a gruesome murder case, uncovering hidden truths connected to a drug operation that spiraled out of control. At the same time, Ra...
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6
Boys Will Be Boys
When a child experiencing gender dysphoria disappears, the Major Crimes division races against time to resolve the heart-wrenching case. Faced with mu...
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7
Rules of Engagement
As the squad confronts a situation highlighting gang violence and social profiling, they come to understand that appearances can be deceiving. To add ...
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8
The Deep End
When the body of a young Latino man is discovered at the residence of a celebrated white swimming coach, the media erupts in a frenzy over racial tens...
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9
There's No Place Like Home
Provenza may be relegated to desk duty for good as the team looks into the mysterious death of a detestable ICE agent. Their investigation leads them ...
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10
Backfire
When a 19-year-old sex worker is viciously killed, Rusty finds himself deeply affected by the tragedy. The team scrambles to negotiate with the unrepe...
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11
Poster Boy
The team is on high alert as they strategize to apprehend a spree killer wreaking havoc. In the race to resolve the case, Raydor finds herself conflic...
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12
Pick Your Poison
When a dangerous batch of drugs leads to the tragic deaths of two brothers, the team scrambles to track down the dealer to prevent further harm to the...
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13
Jailbait
After a recently freed inmate fails to attend two consecutive parole meetings, the team is summoned to locate him following his therapist's worries ab...
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14
All In
A body is discovered at an upscale country club nestled in a tranquil area, prompting the team to follow a trail of unexpected financial clues. Meanwh...
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15
Curve Ball
The Major Crimes Division's holiday break takes an unexpected turn when a baseball scout is discovered dead in his RV. As the team delves into the inv...
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16
Risk Assessment
After a wealthy graduate student is murdered in a crime-infested area, the Major Crimes Division teams up with the FBI, including Fritz Howard, to tra...
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17
Year-End Blowout
During a year-end clearance event, a used-car dealership turns deadly when one of the owners is killed in a bomb blast. As the team investigates the i...
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18
Return to Sender (1)
The team races against the clock to locate a serial killer before he has the chance to attack once more. At the same time, a seemingly innocent game o...
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19
Return to Sender (2)
The Major Crimes unit inches closer to apprehending a ruthless serial killer. Rusty confronts his most daunting obstacle yet as he courageously testif...
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1
Flight Risk
When a father and his two small children vanish, the team must act swiftly to locate them, unearthing a series of dark family secrets in the process. ...
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Personal Day
Not long after a man, who maintained his innocence, is freed from prison, he is discovered dead. This prompts the reopening of his case, and the team ...
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3
Frozen Assets
The Major Crimes division encounters a unique case when they investigate the murder of a dog that inherited a staggering 20 million dollars from its l...
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4
Letting It Go
The brutal killing of a suspected rapist forces the team to confront the challenging task of interviewing potential suspects. At the same time, Rusty ...
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5
Do Not Disturb
A murder occurs in a hotel room, sparking an investigation that may lead to significant international fallout. Meanwhile, Rusty contemplates how to re...
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6
Jane Doe #38
When a young runaway is discovered dead and discarded in a trashcan, the Major Crimes unit embarks on a complex investigation to uncover both the iden...
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7
Two Options
The tragic murder of an elderly couple in their residence leads the team to collaborate with the Special Operations Bureau. Together, they aim to hunt...
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8
Cutting Loose
Lt. Mike Tao from Major Crimes faces an unexpected challenge when the lead actor of the police drama where he serves as a consultant is implicated in ...
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9
Sweet Revenge
The perplexing murder of a morally ambiguous tech entrepreneur with suspected mob ties has the Major Crimes division putting in extra hours. At the sa...
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10
Zoo Story
The LAPD faces a challenging dilemma as they investigate the mysterious vanishings of several young girls linked to a well-known nightclub, sparking a...
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11
Down the Drain
A surrogate adoption takes a dark turn, resulting in a death and many unanswered questions. The Major Crimes team dives into the depths of Los Angeles...
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12
Party Foul
The team struggles to pinpoint a suspect following a scissors attack on two people at a high school gathering. Meanwhile, Provenza encounters a woman ...
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13
Acting Out
A fading Hollywood star’s attempt at a comeback is shattered when a former child actor is discovered dead on skid row. This shocking event puts the ...
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14
Trial by Fire
A grave injustice unfolds as a gang member is found not guilty of murder and walks free. Meanwhile, Sharon's ex-husband, Jack Raydor, takes on the def...
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15
Chain Reaction
Santa ends up on the naughty list after pulling off a bank heist, but a sudden Santa flash mob makes it difficult for the authorities to catch him. Me...
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16
Leap of Faith
Flynn attempts to convince a man perched on the edge of a bridge to come down safely, only to find out that the individual is a registered sex offende...
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17
Internal Affairs
Sanchez's mother's caregiver is discovered dead, prompting an investigation. Meanwhile, Rusty confronts Jack when he shows up at Sharon's condo, behav...
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18
Special Master (1)
Phillip Stroh makes a comeback, insisting on a new agreement with DDA Rios in return for his assistance. Meanwhile, Major Crimes is on high alert to s...
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19
Special Master (2)
The Major Crimes unit is on a mission to apprehend a serial killer preying on female sex workers. Captain Raydor enlists the assistance of a consultan...
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A Rose is a Rose
The team delves into a double murder connected to a series of home invasions in the Hollywood Hills. At the same time, Sanchez is trying to find his p...
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Sorry I Missed You
During a frantic car chase, a shocking discovery occurs when a corpse is found in the trunk, prompting the team to unravel the ties linking a famous c...
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3
Open Line
The team at Major Crimes delves into the homicide of a high-profile supermodel connected to an arrogant celebrity photographer (Jamie Bamber) who has ...
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4
Turn Down
On his inaugural ride-along as a reserve officer, Buzz Watson stumbles upon a lifeless body in a hotel room bathtub. This shocking discovery jeopardiz...
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5
Snitch
As the Major Crimes unit delves into a complex gang-related shooting, Detective Amy Sykes faces the challenge of safeguarding the identity of a key wi...
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Personal Effects
As the team stumbles upon a collection of bones, they uncover a complex web of relationships tied to a victim with a haunting history. Rusty remains f...
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7
Targets of Opportunity
Following a tragic shooting that claims the lives of two LAPD officers, the Major Crimes unit joins forces with Deputy Chief Fritz Howard from the Spe...
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8
Hostage of Fortune
Fresh evidence leads to the revival of a long-dormant kidnapping case, compelling Captain Raydor and her Major Crimes Division to collaborate with an ...
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9
Wish You Were Here
The team looks into a disturbing online clip featuring a bloodied, partially unclothed man strolling down the street with a firearm. At the same time,...
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10
Fifth Dynasty
When Major Crimes discovers that a murder victim is the son of a State Superior Court Judge notorious for her hardline stance on criminals, the team d...
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11
Four of a Kind
Four affluent individuals from the one percent are abandoned near a hospital emergency entrance in a convoluted murder case that presents a bewilderin...
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12
Blackout
Jack Raydor, played by Tom Berenger, returns to represent a man trying to recant his confession to his wife's murder. Just as the Major Crimes team is...
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13
Reality Check
Sharon and her team delve into a murder that occurs during the filming of a reality show featuring competing married couples. The investigation deeply...
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14
Taking the Fall
The Major Crimes unit is summoned to look into a second assault on a road rage victim, where a business executive and his wife become targets of an en...
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15
The Jumping Off Point
Sharon and her team delve into the case of a young man who was shoved from the roof of a parking garage, raising questions about how he could afford a...
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16
Thick as Thieves
While Flynn is sidelined with injuries and stuck doing desk duty, Sharon and her team delve into the murder of a diamond thief on the run, whose body ...
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17
#FindKaylaWeber
The daughter of a major league pitcher disappears, prompting the Major Crimes unit to delve deep into the case, pushing the boundaries of the legal sy...
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18
Penalty Phase
Sharon and her team pursue a deranged murderer who is creating his own movie, casting his victims in leading roles. Amidst the chaos of the investigat...
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19
Hindsight (1)
While driving through gang territory in a car that stands out for the wrong reasons, a young woman and her three-year-old son are tragically killed in...
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20
Hindsight (2)
A shocking revelation unfolds in a church. At the same time, Stephanie and Sanchez connect as they share their experiences of grief and loss. Rusty le...
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Hindsight (3)
With yet another victim found, Sharon refocuses her investigation on ex-LAPD Detective Mark Hickman. Meanwhile, Fritz and his team work to ensure the ...
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Hindsight (4)
Details emerge regarding previous victims, leading Lt. Cooper and Amy Sykes into an unforeseen shootout. Meanwhile, Sharon embarks on a journey to unc...
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Hindsight (5)
The connections between the seven murders are finally uncovered, leading to a shortlist of just three suspects. Meanwhile, Mark Hickman grapples with ...
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Present Tense
The team delves into the mystery surrounding a teenage girl who went missing while helping out at a homeless shelter. Meanwhile, Buzz takes the initia...
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N.S.F.W.
When a Sex Crimes detective is found murdered, the Major Crimes team delves into the realm of pornography for answers. Meanwhile, Rusty's biological m...
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Foreign Affairs
Following an ISIS-inspired assault on a member of the US Armed Services, the FBI turns to Captain Raydor for assistance in tracking down a terrorist. ...
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Skin Deep
Flynn decides to explore the possibility of buying a new house and turns to Provenza and Buzz for their opinions. However, an unexpected development s...
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Cashed Out
Detective Julio Sanchez's hopes of becoming a foster parent are threatened when he is confronted with a horrific murder case. The Major Crimes Divisio...
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6
Tourist Trap
The local tourism sector faces a crisis when an English journalist reports on the assault of two British tourists enjoying their second honeymoon in V...
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7
Moral Hazard
A meticulous and uptight ex-engineer, who has hit rock bottom, seeks to make a powerful statement against those who wronged him. Meanwhile, Rusty clas...
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8
Off the Wagon
Lts. Andy Flynn and Mike Tao investigate the puzzling overdose of a rising Hollywood star, uncovering the emotional chaos he caused along the way. Mea...
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9
Family Law
After a jogger suffers a serious tumble down a flight of stairs, the Major Crimes unit dives into the case of a divorce lawyer whose clients are fille...
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10
Dead Zone
While probing a murder case, the team stumbles upon a significant criminal enterprise. Meanwhile, Buzz crosses paths with an individual who might have...
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11
White Lies (1)
As the Major Crimes detectives work to tie up loose ends from their investigation into a white supremacist gang, they delve into the trial of serial k...
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12
White Lies (2)
The Major Crimes team delves deeper into the conspiracy surrounding Dwight Darnell's killings and his connections to the Zyklon-Brotherhood. Meanwhile...
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13
White Lies (3)
The Major Crimes unit makes significant progress in tracking down the cunning individual orchestrating the Dwight Darnell killings. Meanwhile, Buzz an...
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14
Heart Failure
Captain Sharon Raydor and her Major Crimes Division delve into the murder of a young woman discovered in the LA River. Their investigation faces chall...
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15
Cleared History
Major Crimes stumbles upon a young tech whiz in his Atwater living room, brutally murdered with a slit throat. As the investigation unfolds, attention...
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16
Quid Pro Quo
During the trial of a murder case, things take a turn when defense lawyer Linda Rothman successfully undermines the credibility of Detective Amy Sykes...
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17
Dead Drop
Dr. Morales arrives at a scene where a lifeless body is discovered high in a tree, nestled among marijuana plants, accompanied by his father, a retire...
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18
Bad Blood
Ricky, Sharon's son, makes an unexpected visit home just as Major Crimes delves into the suspected "follow home" murder of a former LAPD fraud detecti...
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19
Intersection
With the conflict between bikes and cars intensifying in Los Angeles, Acting Assistant Chief Fritz Howard assigns Major Crimes to investigate a devast...
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20
Shockwave (1)
As a murder investigation heats up, Captain Sharon Raydor finds herself in a tense showdown with Deputy Chief Winnie Davis (guest star Camryn Manheim)...
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21
Shockwave (2)
Having uncovered the identity of the bomber they’ve been hunting, Sharon Raydor and the Major Crimes team face the challenge of predicting his next ...
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Sanctuary City (1)
After three fifteen-year-old boys go missing during a field trip from their Catholic school, the new Assistant Chief Mason instructs Major Crimes to c...
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Sanctuary City (2)
As the hunt for the lost boys intensifies, the team confronts a deceitful priest, an irate ex-husband, and looming threats from the FBI. Meanwhile, Ru...
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Sanctuary City (3)
While Major Crimes pursues the last members of the St. Joseph's Three, Sharon faces a dilemma as her personal life starts to jeopardize her profession...
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Sanctuary City (4)
Amidst a challenging personal issue, Raydor presses on with her inquiry into the vanished St. Joseph's Three. She delves into the connection they had ...
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Sanctuary City (5)
As the St. Joseph's Three case wraps up in an unforeseen way, Sharon juggles the demands of the investigation, the arrival of her family, and the loom...
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Conspiracy Theory (1)
The murder of a prominent attorney, renowned for advocating for marginalized women, leaves a trail of high-profile suspects. Among them are her son, e...
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Conspiracy Theory (2)
While the team delves into the puzzling death of a second woman connected to the Tackles case, a fresh theory begins to take shape. At the same time, ...
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Conspiracy Theory (3)
As the team investigates two apparently linked murders, they stumble upon a disturbing pattern of sexual assaults targeting servers at Tackles. Just a...
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Conspiracy Theory (4)
Sharon Raydor faces tough choices regarding her health issues as she works to unravel a string of murders and sexual assaults.
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10
By Any Means (1)
A shocking death within the law enforcement ranks appears to be linked to the fugitive serial killer, Phillip Stroh. Ricky Raydor lends his expertise ...
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By Any Means (2)
In their search for Stroh, the team dives into his history, trying to track down the former Ms. Bechtal. At the same time, they face challenges with C...
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By Any Means (3)
In the second-to-last episode, Phillip Stroh and his youthful British partner draw nearer to their ultimate goal. Meanwhile, Lt. Provenza persistently...
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By Any Means (4)
In the gripping series finale, Lt. Tao finds himself trapped in a room with a possible bomb. Meanwhile, Provenza manages to pinpoint the true Ms. Bech...
