May 31, 2013
these crimes are major
Were you a fan of TNT’s The Closer? It was a captivating serial drama starring Kyra Sedgwick as a deceptively sweet Southern gal who finds herself running the Priority Homicide Division in the LAPD.
I really enjoyed the hit show, and its spin-off, Major Crimes, has the potential to be just as incredible. And why wouldn’t it? About 80% of the original cast remains, and it’s a cast that performs together magnificently. Even if you’re new to the show, you’ll immediately recognize and appreciate the rapport among the members of the team, and for me, that’s the very best part of the show. The carry-over crew from The Closer (GW Bailey as Lieutenant Provenza, Tony Denison as Lieutenant Andy Flynn, Michael Paul Chan as Lieutenant Mike Tao, and Raymond Cruz as Detective Julio Sanchez) has a fantastic camaraderie that many casting directors must struggle to achieve.
I was thrilled to receive an advance copy of the first episode of the second season, airing June 10th at 9/8c. The case of the week involves the murder of a movie director’s wife, and the suspects range from the husband (of course) to the mistress to the ex-wife. I’ve watched a lot of detective shows over the years and am pretty darn good at quickly spotting the culprit, so I always appreciate when a show outsmarts me or takes a turn in a direction I didn’t expect; Major Crimes consistently does just that.
One new addition to the show is Nadine Velazquez (of My Name is Earl fame!) who plays Deputy D.A. Emma Rios. She’s been assigned to the case involving Phillip Stroh, a bone-chilling and downright disturbing man who featured prominently in The Closer. She immediately comes into conflict with the new head of the team, Captain Raydor (Mary McDonnell), when she questions Raydor’s intentions as the guardian for Rusty, a key witness in the Stroh case. The writers are doing a fantastic job of seamlessly joining the goings-on at the end of The Closer with the happenings on Major Crimes.
Major Crimes isn’t the only enthralling drama on TNT this summer. Rizzoli and Isles is also terrific and particularly satisfying for those of us who like strong female characters. Falling Skies, Perception, and Franklin and Bash are also back. One new show that interests me is King and Maxwell, which just so happens to star The Closer alum Jon Tenney. Which TNT dramas will you watch?
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I loved The Closer. I enjoyed Major Crimes last season as well but miss Kyra. She was the perfect balance of Southern grace, quirkiness (her penchant for sweets and cats) and badassness.
ReplyDeleteI've also been watching Perception and Franklin & Bash, both are ok but I'm not addicted. I loved, loved, loved Southland and was devastated to her it's been cancelled! :(
I watch Major Crimes and Falling Skies. I did like The Closer and watch Rizzoli and Isles when I remember that it is on.
ReplyDeleteI always thought Leverage was a fun drama. The Closer was awesome and I still watch Major Crimes.
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ReplyDeleteI loved the Closer. I'm not 100% sold on Major Crimes, but I'm giving it another go this season. I like Falling Skies and love Angie Harmon in Rizzoli & Isles. I am a huge fan of crime shows where the lead is a female. I'm not a feminist by any means, I just like women who are intelligent and can kick some butt. 😃 Leverage was also a fun concept.
I love The Closer, but I have to admit, I partially watch it because I love her wardrobe!
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ReplyDeleteI love the closer Grace!!
ReplyDeleteI loved The Closer and have been watching Major Crimes. Rizzoli and Isles is another favorite of mine.
ReplyDeleteNot sure if Closer has reached our shores but I will look out for it.
ReplyDeleteI will now watch Franklin and Bash and Rizzoli and Isles since my other favs have been cancelled
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I’m looking forward to seeing “Perception”. It looks like a good cast.
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We watch Rizzoli and Isles and I' also like Franklin and Bash.
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I want to see Major Crimes and Perception!
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I want to see Major Crimes and Falling Skies
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I'd watch Major crimes
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I want to watch Major Crimes. It sounds great.
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I'm a big fan of the Closer. I haven't watched the other shows mentioned yet. I'll have to look into them
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Rizzoli and Isles is a great show to watch.
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We just discovered The Closer a few months ago and are (quickly!) watching all the seasons. As soon as we're done, we'll either head straight into Major Crimes or check out King & Maxwell. Love the King & Maxwell books! farmgirlfare AT gmail DOT com
ReplyDeleteLove TNT drama, can’t wait to watch new episodes of Rizzoli & Isles
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ReplyDeleteI haven't watched any good crime shows recently, but my husband and I really liked watching White Collar.
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These are all new-to-me shows! If I can catch them online, I might give them a try.
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My husband always asks me to watch Raw with him.
ReplyDeletei used to watch the closer but now our TV doesn't work! scg00387 at yahoo dot com
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ReplyDeleteI’m excited to see the new Dallas reboot. I used to watch the original series back in the early 80s and loved it! Right now I don’t watch a lot of shows on TNT. I usually tune in to the true crime stuff like Dateline and 48 Hours. I haven't watched The Closer, but it sounds like something I would enjoy, along with the new show, Major Crimes. Thanks!
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we dont have cable so i don't get into any particular show
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I would watch Major Crimes. It sounds like the next season will be great.
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Perception looks like an interesting show
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I like the female driven shows Rizzoli and Isles and The closer. I'm warming up to Major Crimes.
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I will be checking out Major Crimes. I need a new show to get into!
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tweet--http://asoutherngrace.blogspot.com/2013/05/these-crimes-are-major.html … these crimes are major
ReplyDeleteI loved 'the Closer' and 'Dallas', and now this with stories by David Baldacchi! Great stuff!
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Major Crimes sounds like a show I would like to watch ... I'll have to check it out.
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ReplyDeleteI like Perception and Major Crimes.
ReplyDeleteI want to start watching Major Crimes and The Closer
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I like "Boston's Finest" on TNT.
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I love the Closer and Bones. Thanks so much.
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I love Tnt, I really want to watch Perception!
ReplyDeleteWe don't have cable, but if we did I would probably watch King & Maxwell.
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I really like Rizzoli & Isles and Major Crimes. I haven't seen King & Maxwell yet but I'm sure I'll like it too.
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I miss The Closer, Kyra was fantastic, I am watching Major Crimes, but not as invested so far in it as I was with The Closer. I also watch Rizzoli and Isles!
ReplyDeleteI like Dallas and The Closer.
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I will probably watch all of them...but really look forward to watch The Closer.
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I will probably watch The Closer
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Rizzoli and Isles looks interesting
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i would like to see Major crimes
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I'm excited to watch Falling Skies and Perception.
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Perception started off crazy but it was so good bye the end
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ReplyDeleteI enjoy watching a lot of TNT shows, I am actually most excited for Rizzoli and Isles coming back for a new season on TNT
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The Closer and Rizzoli and Isles! bibbobaggins{at}Hotmail{dot}com
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King and Maxwell
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I used to watch "Rizzoli and Isles" and "The Closer," but I no longer have TV in my home!
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I really like Rizzoli and Isles
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I am going to watch Rizzoli and Isles
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