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Theme and Synopsis[]

The theme for season 2 is identity.  

Season two will introduce a new Deputy District Attorney, Emma Rios, played by Nadine Velazquez, who is in charge of the Phillip Stroh case. Rios will clash with Capt. Raydor over her motives for taking Rusty in. The series will also introduce Raydor's husband, the ne'er do well Jackson Raydor, played by Tom Berenger, when he sets up camp in her condo, and makes a pal of Rusty.

Episode List: 2013[]

Image Title Writer(s) Director(s) Airdate #
MC201 Final Cut Leo Geter Roxann Dawson June 10, 2013 #201
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 challenges Raydor’s intentions as Rusty’s guardian.


MC202 False Pretenses Michael Alaimo Arvin Brown June 17, 2013 #202
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.


MC203 Under the Influence Duppy Demetrius David McWhirter June 24, 2013 #203
A meddling television writer-producer 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.


MC204 I, Witness Adam Belanoff Steve Robin July 1, 2013 #204
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.


MC205 D.O.A. Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore Paul McCrane July 8, 2013 #205
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 returns to Los Angeles to work as a court-appointed attorney.


MC206 Boys Will Be Boys Jim Leonard Anthony Hemingway July 15, 2013 #206
When a child with gender dysphoria goes missing, the Major Crimes division scrambles to solve the emotional case before it’s too late. Torn between several suspects, the squad has to be careful as it tries to connect the evidence to a dangerous bully.


MC207 Rules of Engagement James Duff & Mike Berchem David McWhirter July 24, 2013 #207
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 the opportunity to be a court-appointed attorney in the case.


MC208 The Deep End Michael Alaimo Rick Wallace July 29, 2013 #208
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.


MC209 There's No Place Like Home Duppy Demetrius Leo Geter August 5, 2013 #209
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.


MC210 Backfire Adam Belanoff Sheelin Choksey August 12, 2013 #210
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.


MC211 Poster Boy Leo Geter Michael M. Robin August 19, 2013 #211
The team works strategically to capture a spree killer who has put everyone on high alert. Trying to solve the case quickly, Raydor is torn between two seemingly right decisions, each of which comes with major consequences.


MC212 Pick Your Poison Jim Leonard Steve Robin November 25, 2013 #212
After a bad batch of drugs claims the lives of two brothers, the race is on for the squad to find the dealer before more of their fellow high school students are threatened. Feeling smothered by his new around-the-clock security detail, Rusty faces a big decision.


MC213 Jailbait Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore Michael M. Robin December 2, 2013 #213
When a newly released prisoner misses two back-to-back parole meetings, the squad is called in to track him down after the suspect’s therapist expresses concerns over his mental state. Meanwhile, Sharon invites therapist, Dr. Joe Bowman, to the office to evaluate Rusty over a game of chess.


MC214 All In James Duff & Mike Berchem Anthony Hemingway December 9, 2013 #214
When a body turns up at a posh country club in a quiet neighbourhood, the squad’s investigation leads them down a money trail full of surprises. Flynn is noticeably distracted on the job, and Emma’s actions have Rusty questioning her intentions, causing him to distrust her even more.


MC215 Curve Ball Michael Alaimo Jon Tenney December 16, 2013 #215
Christmas vacation is interrupted for the Major Crimes Division when a baseball scout is found dead in his RV. The squad works through the murder case, unfolding a complicated kidnapping scheme.


MC216 Risk Assessment Duppy Demetrius Stacey K. Black December 23, 2013 #216
When a well-off graduate student gets shot to death in a gang-riddled neighborhood, the Major Crimes Division must work with the FBI, including Fritz Howard to find his killer. Throughout the investigation, it is revealed how each member of the unit became interested in joining the police force.


MC217 Year-End Blowout Leo Geter & Ralph Gifford & Carson Moore David McWhirter December 30, 2013 #217
A year-end blowout sale becomes literal for a used-car lot after one of its owners is killed when a bomb explodes. While the squad tries to find who is responsible, Rusty dons a bullet-proof vest under the watchful eye of a Special Investigation Section supervisor, in an attempt to catch the person responsible for threatening his and Sharon’s life.


MC218 Return to Sender Michael Alaimo Rick Wallace January 6, 2014 #218
The squad must work quickly to track down a serial killer before he strikes again. Meanwhile, things get dangerous over a game of chess.


MC219 Return to Sender Part 2 Adam Belanoff James Duff January 13, 2014 #219
The Major Crimes unit draws closer to finding a dangerous serial killer. Rusty faces his biggest challenge yet when he bravely takes the stand against Phillip Stroh. Complicating the case further, the team goes head to head with a tough, powerful attorney who doesn’t let morals stand in the way of winning a case.


Ratings[]

Source: TVbythenumbers.zap2it.com

Summer Episodes[]

No. Title Original air date Viewers
(in millions)
Rating
(Adults 18–49)
Rank per week
on Cable
1 Final Cut June 10, 2013 5.02 0.9 #1
2 False Pretenses June 17, 2013} 3.90 0.7 #12
3 Under the Influence June 24, 2013 4.55 0.8 #5
4 I, Witness July 1, 2013 4.73 0.8 #3
5 D.O.A. July 8, 2013 4.62 0.8 #4
6 Boys Will Be Boys July 15, 2013 5.05 0.8 #5
7 Rules of Engagement July 22, 2013 5.38 0.9 #3
8 The Deep End July 29, 2013 4.99 0.9 #3
9 There's No Place Like Home August 5, 2013 5.12 0.7 #3
10 Backfire August 12, 2013 5.31 0.9 #3
11 Poster Boy August 19, 2013 5.31 0.8 #5

Winter Episodes[]

No. Title Original air date Viewers
(in millions)
Rating
(Adults 18–49)
Rank per week
on Cable
12 Pick Your Poison November 25, 2013 3.65 0.7 #22
13 Jailbait December 2, 2013 4.21 0.7 #5
14 All In December 9, 2013 3.72 0.7 #18
15 Curve Ball December 16, 2013 4.36 0.7 #6
16 Risk Assessment December 23, 2013 4.47 0.7 #8
17 Year-End Blowout December 30, 2013 5.21 0.7 #11
18 Return to Sender January 6, 2014 4.95 0.8 #5
19 Return to Sender Part 2 January 13, 2014 5.43 0.8 #4
Seasons of Major Crimes
Season 1Season 2Season 3Season 4Season 5Season 6
Characters — Major Crimes
Sharon RaydorLouie ProvenzaAndy FlynnMichael TaoJulio SanchezAmy SykesWes NolanCamila PaigeBuzz WatsonRusty BeckRussell TaylorLeo MasonFritz HowardDr. Fernando MoralesAndrea HobbsKendall
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