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Major Crimes Season 5 Episodes
Season 5 Episode Guide
21 Episodes 2016 - 2017
In Season 5 of the police procedural, family takes center stage. Buzz (Philip P. Keene) starts looking into the murders of his father and uncle, Sanchez (Raymond Cruz) applies to become a foster parent, Flynn (Tony Denison) and Raydor (Mary McDonnell) take new steps in their relationship, and Rusty (Graham Patrick Martin) learns that his biological mother is pregnant. Personal issues don't stop the squad from doing their job, though: Amid the usual murders and violent crimes, they also investigate terrorist attacks, muggings, racist organizations, conspiracies and more.
Episode 1
Present Tense
Mon, Jun 13, 2016 60 mins
A teen vanishes while volunteering at a homeless shelter in the Season 5 opener. Also: The decades-long cold case of the murder of Buzz's father and uncle heats up, and Andy Flynn mulls over selling his house.
Episode 2
N.S.F.W.
Mon, Jun 20, 2016 43 mins
A detective in the Sex Crimes unit is murdered in a case that leads Major Crimes into the realm of "barely legal" porn. Meanwhile, Rusty's biological mother returns with unexpected news.
Episode 3
Foreign Affairs
Mon, Jun 27, 2016 60 mins
An ISIS-inspired attack against a member of the U.S. Armed Forces prompts the FBI to enlist Raydor's help. They then team up in a desperate scramble to hunt down the terrorist before more murders are committed.
Episode 4
Skin Deep
Mon, Jul 11, 2016 60 mins
Unexpected developments lead to a new investigation when Flynn scouts for a new home and reaches out to Provenza and Buzz for help. Elsewhere, Buzz continues sleuthing into his father's murder.
Episode 5
Cashed Out
Mon, Jul 18, 2016 60 mins
Body parts are found burned in a barbecue pit at a Los Angeles park, and Det. Sanchez's reaction to the gruesome murder jeopardizes his application to become a foster parent.
Episode 6
Tourist Trap
Mon, Jul 25, 2016 60 mins
Two British tourists get attacked during a Venice Beach robbery. An English journalist exploits their tragedy, in turn jeopardizing Los Angeles' big-bucks tourist industry. Also: Rusty's biological mother tries to make amends with him over her pregnancy.
Episode 7
Moral Hazard
Mon, Aug 1, 2016 60 mins
A shoot-out results in the deaths of three people and leaves the division racing to track down an unhinged shooter before he strikes again. Elsewhere, Rusty pushes against police policy to snoop into the murder of Buzz's father and uncle.
Episode 8
Off the Wagon
Mon, Aug 15, 2016 60 mins
The mysterious overdose of a young Hollywood star is investigated. Elsewhere, Rusty finds a way to deal with his biological mother's pregnancy.
Episode 9
Family Law
Mon, Aug 22, 2016 60 mins
A jogger takes a fall down the steps of the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, leading the team to zero in on a divorce attorney with plenty of irate clients. Also, Tao infiltrates the world of college-age prostitutes, and Buzz discovers a suspect's identity.
Episode 10
Dead Zone
Mon, Aug 29, 2016 43 mins
A murder investigation has a personal impact on Sanchez and also leads to a much larger criminal operation. In addition, Buzz faces a person who may have been present at his father's murder.
Episode 11
White Lies Part 1
Mon, Sep 5, 2016 60 mins
Part 1 of 3. The detectives tie up loose ends from an investigation into white supremacists by auditing a serial killer's trial, leading to their most perilous case yet. Also, Rusty's psychologist has a confrontation that jeopardizes his life.
Episode 12
White Lies Part 2
Mon, Sep 12, 2016 60 mins
Part 2 of 3. The unit continues to investigate the Dwight Darnell conspiracy and his links to a brotherhood. Sharon is disturbed by her own reaction to the case and seeks penance.
Episode 13
White Lies Part 3
Mon, Sep 19, 2016 60 mins
Conclusion. Major Crimes inches closer to the enigmatic mastermind in the Dwight Darnell murders. Meanwhile, Buzz and Rusty's probe into the murder of Buzz's father comes to an unforeseen close.
Episode 14
Heart Failure
Wed, Feb 22, 2017 60 mins
The murder of a young woman found in a river is investigated, but the division's case is impeded by a secretive PI working for a tech-industry millionaire and also by a deputy chief (Camryn Manheim) who regards Sharon Raydor as a rival.
Episode 15
Cleared History
Wed, Mar 1, 2017 42 mins
The death of a young man found in his living room with his throat cut is investigated. Emerging suspects include his roommate.
Episode 16
Quid Pro Quo
Wed, Mar 8, 2017 43 mins
A murder case turns upside down when Det. Amy Sykes' credibility is destroyed on the stand by a defense attorney (Jeri Ryan) who's working with Amy's old nemesis, defense investigator Mark Hickman.
Episode 17
Dead Drop
Wed, Mar 15, 2017 60 mins
A heavy body is discovered 40 feet up a tree, and Dr. Morales arrives at the crime scene with his father, a retired detective from Uruguay. Meanwhile, Julio Sanchez tries to be legal guardian of Mark Jarvis, and Andy Flynn prepares a surprise for Sharon.
Episode 18
Bad Blood
Wed, Mar 22, 2017 60 mins
Sharon's son, Ricky, returns home for a surprise visit. Meanwhile, the murder of a retired LAPD fraud detective is investigated, and she may have been targeted because of an arrest she made decades before.
Episode 19
Intersection
Wed, Mar 29, 2017 60 mins
A war between bikes and cars escalates on the streets of Los Angeles as Major Crimes is enlisted to investigate a tragic hit-and-run. Meanwhile, a frustrated Provenza contemplates retirement.
Episode 20
Shockwave Part 1
Wed, Apr 5, 2017 60 mins
In Part 1 of the two-part Season 5 finale, a murder probe turns explosive as Sharon Raydor duels with Chief Winnie Davis for control of the case. Also: The squad try to determine if they are dealing with a terrorist; and Rusty receives alarming news from Gus.
Episode 21
Shockwave Part 2
Wed, Apr 12, 2017 60 mins
In the conclusion of the two-part Season 5 finale, Sharon and the division discover the identity of a bomber, but they struggle to determine his next target.
