Major Crimes (2012)
Major Crimes is streaming in New Zealand on HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max.
The verdict
Major Crimes earns its keep as a steady English series that knows its audience. It holds a 7.4/10 on TMDB from 214 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 43 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max.
Is it worth starting?
This is 6 seasons deep — English crime, leaning drama. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- 7.4/10 from 214 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~43 min per episode |
| Genre | Crime / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
James Duff
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All HBO Max titles in New Zealand
Trailer
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