“Backfire” – Monday, August 12, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
In a case that hits a little too close to home for Rusty, a 19-year-old prostitute is brutally murdered. The squad rushes to reach a deal with the remorseless killer they believe is part of a larger criminal enterprise. Their efforts, however, do not sit well with the judge assigned to the case.
Directed by Sheelin Choksey
Written by Adam Belanoff
Created by James Duff
“There’s No Place Like Home” – Monday, August 5, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
Provenza faces possible permanent desk duty while the squad investigates the suspicious death of a loathsome ICE agent which brings them into contact with the residents of an ancient apartment complex nicknamed La Shangri-la. Tim Conway, Paul Dooley, Ron Glass, Doris Roberts, and Marion Ross guest star. Paul McCrane and Kathe Mazur also appear in the episode.
Directed by Leo Geter
Written by Duppy Demetrius
Created by James Duff
“The Deep End” – Monday, July 29, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
The media goes into a frenzy over race relations when the body of a young Latino man is found at the home of a white award-winning swimming coach. Flynn struggles with an emotional dilemma on the eve of his daughter’s wedding. Kris’ mother (guest star Lori Loughlin) pays Raydor a visit to discuss some concerns.
Directed by Rick Wallace
Written by Michael Alaimo
Created by James Duff
“Rules of Engagement ” – Monday, July 22, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
In a case that brings gang violence and social profiling to the forefront, the squad realizes that things are not always as they seem. Complicating matters further, Sharon offers Jack (guest star Tom Berenger) the opportunity to be a court-appointed attorney in the case. Meanwhile, Rusty expresses apprehension about meeting Kris’ (guest star Madison McLaughlin) parents.
Directed by David McWhirter
Written by Mike Berchem & James Duff
Created by James Duff
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Jonathan Del Arco has often been, in his own words, an outsider. But, rather than seeing this as a liability, Del Arco hails that perspective as one of his greatest strengths. As he notes, many of the characters he has played – from Hugh the Borg on Star Trek: The Next Generation and Sophia Lopez on Nip/Tuck to his current role as Dr. Morales on Major Crimes – stand outside the mainstream. When asked about his history for making memorable impacts in smaller parts, Del Arco says that playing the role of the “outsider”, whose actions become vital to the story, is something he relishes. “There’s a certain challenge to taking something that is on face-value small and making it an integral piece of a plot that you can’t do without. If you really dig deep into Morales’s arc, within the context of all The Closer and Major Crimes episodes, there is a definite effect he has on the story and the way we view the crime. In a way he is sort of the eyes of the audience in that he comments, for example, on Brenda’s annoying qualities, or at Captain Raydor’s insistence on rules.” Continue reading
“I, Witness” – Monday, July 1, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
The LAPD flies a material witness into Los Angeles to testify, but in a horrible turn of events their witness winds up as the key suspect in an entirely new murder. Personal and professional stress takes a toll on Flynn. And the squad takes bets when Rusty brings a girl from class to hang out with him at the department.
Directed by Steve Robin
Written by Adam Belanoff
Created by James Duff
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“Under the Influence” – Monday, June 24, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
A meddling television writer-producer (guest star Ben Feldman) accompanies Sanchez and Tao on a ride-along so he can get an inside look at the LAPD. But what starts out as a simple outing quickly gets out of hand.
Directed by David McWhirter
Written by Duppy Demetrius
Created by James Duff
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TNT has released the episode descriptions and information about the first five episodes of season 2:
(Via TNT Press Release)
TNT’s top-rated drama series Major Crimes is back on the case for a thrilling second season this summer. The elite team is back, headed by two-time Oscar nominee, Mary McDonnell as Los Angeles Police Captain Sharon Raydor, GW Bailey as Lieutenant Provenza, Tony Denison as Lieutenant Andy Flynn, Michael Paul Chan as Lieutenant Mike Tao, Raymond Cruz as Detective Julio Sanchez, Kearran Giovanni as Detective Amy Sykes, Phillip P. Keene as tech expert Buzz Watson, Robert Gossett as Assistant Chief Russell Taylor and Jonathan Del Arco as Dr. Morales. Graham Patrick Martin returns as Rusty Beck, the homeless teen and material witness taken in by Captain Raydor. This season, Nadine Velazquez joins the ensemble as Deputy District Attorney Emma Rios.
Major Crimes is set to kick off its second season Monday, June 10, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT), only on TNT. The series focuses on how the American justice system approaches the art of the deal as law enforcement officers and prosecutors work together to score a conviction.
As the second season opens, the Los Angeles Police Department’s Major Crimes division immediately dives into some of the most challenging and fascinating crimes yet, including the murder of a big-time film producer’s wife, an apparent murder-suicide and a LAPD ride-along that leads to a startling discovery. Right when the squad seemed to be adjusting to last year’s leadership change, a new Deputy District Attorney, Emma Rios (Velazquez), arrives to challenge Raydor’s intentions and shake up the department. Torn between what is morally right and what the law commands, Raydor and her team are faced with more struggles than ever as they continue to make deals and crack cases.
With an audience of more than 7 million viewers in its first season, Major Crimes ranked as basic cable’s #1 new series of 2012. Major Crimes also joined TNT’s The Closer and Rizzoli & Isles in ranking among basic cable’s Top 5 original series of the year.
Major Crimes is produced by The Shephard/Robin Company and Walking Entropy, Inc., in association with Warner Bros. Television. The Closer’s James Duff, Greer Shephard, Michael M. Robin, and Rick Wallace serve as executive producers on the series. The show is produced by Andrew J. Sacks.
Episode 2.01 – “Final Cut”
Monday, June 10, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
The squad scrambles to garner a confession when the pregnant wife of a big-time film director is found murdered. Meanwhile, just as things seem to fall into place under Raydor’s leadership, new Deputy D.A. Emma Rios (new cast member Nadine Velazquez) challenges Raydor’s intentions as Rusty’s guardian.
Directed by Roxann Dawson
Written by Leo Geter
Created by James Duff
Episode 2.02 – “False Pretenses”
Monday, June 17, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
A complex murder-suicide case has the department reeling. Meanwhile, when Rusty receives a mysterious and threatening letter Emma demands that he be relocated. Torn between her desire to protect Rusty and professional duty to the case, Raydor is forced to seriously consider Emma’s request.
Directed by Arvin Brown
Written by Michael Alaimo
Created by James Duff
Episode 2.03 – “Under the Influence”
Monday, June 24, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
A meddling television writer-producer (guest star Ben Feldman) accompanies Sanchez and Tao on a ride-along so he can get an inside look at the LAPD. But what starts out as a simple outing quickly gets out of hand. And Rusty employees some unfair help when his teacher makes him re-write an essay.
Directed by David McWhirter
Written by Duppy Demetrius
Created by James Duff
Episode 2.04 – “I, Witness”
Monday, July 1, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
The LAPD flies a material witness into Los Angeles to testify, but in a horrible turn of events their witness winds up as the key suspect in an entirely new murder. Personal and professional stress takes a toll on Flynn. And the squad takes bets when Rusty brings a girl from class to hang out with him at the department.
Directed by Steve Robin
Written by Adam Belanoff
Created by James Duff
Episode 2.05 – “D.O.A “
Monday, July 8, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
The squad investigates a brutal murder, but they soon find that dark secrets are at the root of an apparent drug bust gone wrong. Meanwhile, Raydor’s estranged husband of 25 years, Jack Raydor (guest star Tom Berenger) returns to Los Angeles to work as a court-appointed attorney. Charming and charismatic, Jack becomes fast friends with Rusty but Sharon continues to remain wary.
Directed by Paul McCrane
Written by Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore
Created by James Duff