When The Closer TV show ended in 2012, fans of the Kyra Sedgwick crime drama could take some solace knowing that many of the characters would stick around via the Major Crimes spin-off. Soon, it will be time to say goodbye to that series as well.
TNT has announced that a seventh season renewal won’t be coming for Major Crimes. The sixth and final season will kick off on Halloween, October 31st, at 9pm (ET/PT). The two-episode series finale will air on Tuesday, January 16, 2018.
Here’s the press release from TNT:
TNT’s Hit Series Major Crimes Concludes with Sixth and Final Season Premiering on Oct. 31, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
Two-Episode Series Finale to air on Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT)
Television’s beloved squad of detectives will tackle their three final cases when TNT’s hit drama Major Crimes returns for its sixth and final season on Tuesday, Oct. 31, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT). The series, a spin-off of the critically-acclaimed hit, The Closer, features a stellar ensemble cast headed by two-time Oscar® nominee Mary McDonnell. Also starring are G.W. Bailey, Tony Denison, Michael Paul Chan, Raymond Cruz, Phillip P. Keene, Graham Patrick Martin, Kearran Giovanni, Jonathan Del Arco, Leonard Roberts, Jessica Meraz and Daniel di Tomasso. This season, the hugely popular crime drama marks its 100th episode milestone on Dec. 19 with the two-episode series finale airing on Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 9 p.m. (ET/PT).
“Major Crimes has successfully navigated the many challenges that arise with a spin-off; the primary mission of which is staying true to its core DNA while expanding into unique territory all its own,” said Sarah Aubrey, executive vice president of original programming for TNT. “From Brenda Leigh Johnson to Commander Sharon Raydor, the cast and crew have done a phenomenal job of creating enduring characters – many of whom are celebrating 200 episodes together this season.”
This year, the series takes a serialized turn as the squad struggles to solve mysteries and murders surrounded by complex political conflicts, attempting to sidestep controversial issues as they track down three lethal murderers. As Cmdr. Sharon Raydor grows accustomed to her new boss, Assistant Chief Leo Mason, the detectives find themselves questioning their faith in the rapidly changing priorities of the justice system and their ability to reason through difficult changes. The emotionally gripping season will treat fans to an array of milestones from celebrations of love to periods of loss. Finally, they must accept the necessity of risk, in all its different guises, as they prepare to face the increasingly undeniable return of Phillip Stroh (guest star Billy Burke).
“The whole company of Major Crimes is dedicated to making 2017-18 the best season yet,” said series creator, James Duff. “We will finish our long run on TNT with a finale worthy of our loyal viewers and their years of unstinting support.”
Since its chart-topping debut in 2012, Major Crimes has consistently ranked as one of cable’s most-watched drama series. In its most recent season and spring run on TNT, the series reached an average 7.7M viewers per episode across linear, VOD, and digital platforms.
In addition to the main cast, Major Crimes features recurring appearances by Jon Tenney as Deputy Chief of the Special Operations Bureau Fritz Howard, Ransford Doherty as Coroner’s Investigator Kendall, Kathe Mazur as DDA Andrea Hobbs, Rene Rosado as Gus Wallace, Dawnn Lewis as Patrice Provenza and Bill Brochtrup as LAPD psychologist, Dr. Joe Bowman.
Created by James Duff, Major Crimes is produced by The Shephard/Robin Company and Walking Entropy, Inc., in association with Warner Bros. Television. James Duff, Greer Shephard & Michael M. Robin, Adam Belanoff, Mike Berchem and Duppy Demetrius serve as executive producers.
What do you think? Are you a fan of the Major Crimes TV show? Is this the right time to end the series? Would you have watched season seven?
The cancellation of Major Crimes should definitely be reconsidered. It is one of my favorite shows for many reasons. The mix of characters represents a background diversity of ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, religion, language and maturity. The stories are suspenseful and action-packed with some humor mixed in. I like this show so much, besides watching the new episodes, I continue to watch the reruns on another network. In my opinion there are not that many shows on TV that have the appeal of Major Crimes.
Without “Major Crimes”, TNT will have lost it’s BANG!
I hope another network picks up Major Crimes I will watch it no matter what channel they are on, it is one of the best shows on tv, why do all the good shows get canceled at this rate I’m going to start watching the old old reruns of show from the 70s and 80s this way I won’t be disappointed when they decide to not run them anymore
I am extremely saddened that this show is having its last season . I absolutely love this show and never miss an episode when it is on. I have bee watching from the beginning. I didn’t watch The Closer very much, but truly love this show. It will be greatly missed. The cast is great and work together very well. Would love TNT change their mind and continue the show for at least another season, although more years would be greatly appreciated.
Major Crimes is an incredibly great show and canceling it is a terrible business decision. It cannot be replaced with something better. It contains humor, suspense, great acting, challenging story lines.
One of the best shows on t.v. .. All the actors are great.. Come on tnt renew the show.. Hated to see the closer end , however a great job on the spin off…
I will miss the show, but I can understand the reluctance to renew. Many of the actors are past retirement age, and barely hanging on. TV production is hard work. “Ducky” was “retired” from NCIS for pretty much the same reason.
Say it isn’t so. Great characters. Great stories. I will miss this show.
I really liked this show, the main characters were mostly over 40 and I enjoyed watching people with stories and characters that I could relate to. I don’t believe that younger viewers are watching cable I really think if cable is to survive they should be aiming at the over 40 crowd and this show is a keeper.
I am so very unhappy about the cancellation of this show. down to you TNT. Please reconsider about cancelling this show.
Love the show. Don’t understand why a high rated show would be cancelled. Please reconsider.
Love this show. We will be sorry to see it end. Why would you cancel your highest rated show?
It’s a great show. Love the plots. The characters are spot on. I would watch ten more seasons. What are you people thinking!
Agreed what are you thinking.
I was floored when I found out this show was cancelled! It is one of the best crime shows I’ve been watching lately. The characters are good. The plot has me guessing right up to the end of each episode, and it is fast moving. Hopefully they will show reruns, as I just started watching this year.
I am so disappointed to see TNT will not have season 7 of Major Crimes. This is one of my favorite shows. I do not enjoy MOST of the new TNT original shows.