Major Crimes
Created by James Duff
On TNT
A procedural crime drama centered on case resolution and the mechanics of prosecution, balancing grim subject matter with the structural reassurance of weekly closure.
Major Crimes explores how the American justice system approaches the art of the deals as law enforcement officers and prosecutors work together to score a conviction. Los Angeles Police Captain Sharon Raydor heads up a special squad within the LAPD that deals with high-profile or particularly sensitive crimes.
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Questions people ask
Does Major Crimes leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of series.
Is Major Crimes easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 61% of series.
Is Major Crimes violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Major Crimes sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Major Crimes scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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Ensemble
Everything like Major Crimes, and what each one shares →
Like Major Crimes
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Major Crimes
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Major Crimes, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Major Crimes, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Major Crimes, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
