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The Closer follows the ever-challenging world of Deputy Chief Brenda Johnson, a transplant from Atlanta who heads up the Priority Homicide Division of the Los Angeles Police Department. Her position on this elite detective squad, which handles high-profile cases of a sensitive nature, is a tenuous balancing act. She faces sometimes-antagonistic roadblocks, even from her own peers, but she and her team forge ahead solving difficult crimes, despite some who are still wary of her unconventional style.
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The Closer: Season 7 Premiere Photos
TV Media - July 8, 2011
Brenda becomes the target of a civil suit against the police department in The Closer's seventh season premiere.
Date Set For Spielberg's Falling Skies
TV News - March 10, 2011
TNT reveals summer schedule, including the return of Leverage and The Closer.
The Closer: All-New Photos
TV Media - December 3, 2010
Kyra Sedgwick's The Closer returns with the first of five new winter episodes on Monday night.
| No. | Episode | Airdate |
| 705 | Forgive Us Our Trespasses | 8/08/11 |
| The squad investigates the death of a minister with a scandalous secret and the family who will do anything to protect his name and their church. Meanwhile, all but one member of the Major Crimes unit receives a subpoena in the civil suit against the LAPD, raising questions about whether the one who didn't get served is going to throw the rest of the squad under the bus. |
| 706 | Home Improvement | 8/15/11 |
| A home construction site becomes a crime scene when a body turns up underneath a retainer wall. Brenda considers taking on a high-priced lawyer, but unfortunately for Fritz, the retainer fee could require cutting back on several luxuries. |
| No. | Episode | Airdate |
| 704 | Under Control | 8/01/11 |
| The team searches for a missing boy who attends the summer camp where Lt. Tao’s son works. Meanwhile, Captain Raydor makes a troubling suggestion to Brenda as she continues her audit of the Major Crimes unit. |
| 703 | To Serve With Love | 7/25/11 |
| Flynn and Provenza decide to make easy money by serving court papers for a lawyer. But they once again find themselves in hot water when a man is killed minutes after being served by the pair. As is usual with Flynn and Provenza, things just go downhill from there. |
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Reviews
The Closer: "Sudden Death" Review - August 26, 2008
Raymond Cruz finally busts out of this ensemble with an Emmy-caliber performance.
The Closer: "Problem Child" Review - August 20, 2008
Brenda must solve the murder of a kid who everybody wanted dead.
The Closer: "Dial M For Provenza" Review - August 12, 2008
Provenza's job is at stake after one too many mistakes.
The Closer: "Live Wire" Review - August 5, 2008
A so-so episode ends with an argument that's been a long time coming.
The Closer: "Cherry Bomb" Review - July 29, 2008
Brenda uses all her cunning to catch a rapist.
The Closer: "Speed Bump" Review - July 22, 2008
It's a hit-and-run murder of a murderer.
The Closer: "Controlled Burn" Review - July 11, 2008
Brenda's back, and she's brought her favorite arsonist with her.
The Closer: "Next of Kin" Advance Review - November 30, 2007
Brenda and friends go home for the holidays.
The Closer: "Til Death Do Us Part, Part Two" Review - September 11, 2007
Brenda comes out on top is this season three finale.
The Closer: "Til Death Do Us Part, Part 1" Review - September 4, 2007
Brenda fails to get a confession and we couldn't be happier.
The Closer: "Lover's Leap" Review - August 28, 2007
Some minor annoyances creep into an otherwise fine episode.
The Closer: "Culture Shock" Review - August 21, 2007
Brenda's parents keep the episode interesting.
The Closer: "Four to Eight" Review - July 31, 2007
Brenda must solve a possible gang shooting while her symptoms get worse.
The Closer: "Dumb Luck" Review - July 24, 2007
A surprise ending can't save this disappointing episode.
The Closer: "The Round File" Review - July 17, 2007
The elderly are people, too.
The Closer: "Ruby" Advance Review - July 6, 2007
A dark, but excellent episode from this Monday night hit.
The Closer: "Saving Face" Review - July 3, 2007
An overloaded casket, a ruined wedding and a rather fun episode.
The Closer: "Grave Doubts" Review - June 26, 2007
A lackluster episode following a great season premiere.
The Closer: "Homewrecker" Advance Review - June 15, 2007
Brenda Leigh Johnson returns and we say, "Thank you."
The Closer: "Serving the King: Parts 1 & 2" Review - December 6, 2006
Brenda Johnson works with the CIA in an effort to get her job back.
The Closer: "Overkill" Review - September 5, 2006
The season finale's murder room shoot-out doesn't live up to its cliffhanger potential.
The Closer: "No Good Deed" Review - August 29, 2006
The revelation of Brenda's past affair with Pope gets a mixed response from the Priority Homicide Division.
The Closer: "Borderline" Review - August 22, 2006
Brenda must contend with a traffic cop while investigating a double murder.
The Closer: "The Other Woman" Review - August 15, 2006
Personal drama trumps the twist and turns of a murder investigation.
The Closer: "Heroic Measures" Review - August 8, 2006
An investigation into an operating room murder doesn't end as Brenda would have hoped.
The Closer: ''Critical Missing'' Review - August 1, 2006
Brenda struggles to get a confession from a man with an answer for everything.
The Closer: ''Out of Focus'' Review - July 18, 2006
The Priority Homicide Squad investigate the death of a paparazzo.
The Closer: ''To Protect & Serve'' Review - July 12, 2006
Provenza and Flynn put the entire squad at risk for the love of baseball.
The Closer: ''Aftertaste'' Review - July 5, 2006
Brenda celebrates her birthday with a high-end restaurant murder.
The Closer: ''Slippin''' Review - June 27, 2006
With her mother still in town, Brenda investigates an apparent gang shooting.
The Closer: ''Mom Duty'' - June 15, 2006
Advance Review: Brenda's mom comes to town.
The Closer: ''Blue Blood'' - June 9, 2006
Advance Review: We take a look at the second season premiere.
Previews
The Closer Gets the Save - March 11, 2009
The complete fourth season coming to DVD.
The Closer Checks Out - February 23, 2009
Gritty crime drama's fourth season on DVD.
2009 Midseason TV Preview: Day Two - January 6, 2009
From 1/18 to 2/8, including Lost, Heroes, Wolverine, and a Call Girl.
Summer 2008 TV Preview - May 23, 2008
All the new and returning shows.
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 12/01 - 12/03/07 - November 30, 2007
Chuck, Heroes, Life and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 9/8 - 9/10/07 - September 7, 2007
Torchwood, Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Closer and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 9/1 - 9/4/07 - August 31, 2007
Flight of the Conchords, Entourage, Robot Chicken and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 8/25 - 8/27/07 - August 24, 2007
Entourage, Grand Slam, Kyle XY and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 8/18 - 8/20/07 - August 17, 2007
Flight of the Conchords, Entourage, Weeds and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 8/11 - 8/13/07 - August 10, 2007
Jekyll, The Kill Point, Weeds and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 8/4 - 8/6/07 - August 3, 2007
Jekyll, John from Cincinnati, Kyle XY and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 7/28 - 7/30/07 - July 27, 2007
Naruto, The 4400, Kyle XY and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 7/21 - 7/23/07 - July 20, 2007
Hex, Hogan Knows Best, Kyle XY and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 7/14 - 7/16/07 - July 13, 2007
Naruto, The Dead Zone, The Closer and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 7/7 - 7/9/07 - July 6, 2007
Big Brother 8, Entourage, Flight of the Conchords, and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 6/30 - 7/2/07 - June 29, 2007
The 4400, Hell's Kitchen, Big Love and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 6/23 - 6/25/07 - June 22, 2007
The 4400, Hell's Kitchen, The Dead Zone and more!
What 2 Watch: Weekend Edition: 6/16 - 6/18/07 - June 15, 2007
The 4400, Hell's Kitchen, Big Love and more.
TV Premiere Alert: 6/17/07 & 6/18/07 - June 15, 2007
The return of Entourage, The 4400, The Closer, and more!
Summer 2007 TV Preview - June 1, 2007
Entourage, Doctor Who, Weeds, The 4400, Flash Gordon, new series with David Duchovny and Bruce Campbell, and more!
What 2 Watch: 12/02 - 12/08/06 - December 1, 2006
What should you be setting your TiVo for this week?
What 2 Watch: 9/02 - 9/08/06 - September 1, 2006
What should you be setting your TiVo for this week?
What 2 Watch: 8/26 - 9/01/06 - August 25, 2006
What should you be setting your TiVo for this week?
What 2 Watch: 8/19 - 8/25/06 - August 18, 2006
What should you be setting your tivo for this week?
What 2 Watch: 8/12 - 8/18/06 - August 11, 2006
What's worth watching this week on television this week?
What 2 Watch: 8/1 - 8/7/06 - July 31, 2006
The 4400, Deadwood, Daily Show, Colbert, The X Games and more.
What 2 Watch: 7/25 - 7/31/06 - July 24, 2006
Your daily guide to what to watch this week.
What 2 Watch: 7/18 - 7/24/06 - July 17, 2006
Your daily guide to what to watch this week.
What 2 Watch: 7/11 - 7/17/06 - July 10, 2006
Your daily guide to what to watch this week.
What 2 Watch: 6/27 - 7/10/06 - June 26, 2006
A special two-week edition of our picks for daily TV viewing.
What 2 Watch: 6/20 - 6/26/06 - June 19, 2006
Your daily guide to what to watch this week.
What 2 Watch: 6/13 - 6/19/06 - June 12, 2006
Your daily guide to what to watch this week.
What 2 Watch: 6/6 - 6/12/06 - June 5, 2006
Summer series start up: Dog Bites Man, Hex, Celebrity Deathmatch, The 4400, Deadwood & more!
Summer 2006 TV Preview - June 2, 2006
We look at all the new and returning series airing this summer!
News
Date Set For Spielberg's Falling Skies - March 10, 2011
TNT reveals summer schedule, including the return of Leverage and The Closer.
Mad Men, Modern Family Win Emmys; Nothing for Lost - August 29, 2010
Glee's Jane Lynch, Big Bang's Jim Parsons among the other winners.
Leverage Goes Fo(u)rth - July 30, 2010
TNT renews three.
Lost, True Blood, Glee Among Emmy Nominees - July 8, 2010
Love for Modern Family, Friday Night Lights, Mad Men, 30 Rock and... The Tonight Show With Conan O'Brien?
Computer Generated Green Lantern? - April 12, 2010
Hal Jordan's alien suit rumoured to be digital.
Dexter, Glee and Modern Family Among Golden Globe Nominations - December 15, 2009
Benjamin Linus and Arthur Mitchell face off in the supporting category.
Family Guy, 30 Rock and Conchords Among Notable Emmy Nominations - July 16, 2009
Lost, Mad Men, Breaking Bad and Damages also get lots of love.
Turner Announces New Projects - May 20, 2009
Spielberg, Ray Romano and Kevin James developing shows.
Leverage Season 2 Gets a Start Date - May 6, 2009
TNT announces summer line-up.
No More Trust Me For TNT - April 13, 2009
Advertising drama won't be back.
TNT Bolsters Its Weekday Line Up - January 8, 2009
Two new high-profile dramas get the greenlight.
Golden Globe Nominees Include Dexter and True Blood - December 11, 2008
But where are Lost, Pushing Daisies and Breaking Bad?
Burn Notice Will Keep Blazing - August 9, 2007
Burn Notice, Saving Grace and The Closer renewed.
The 2007 Golden Globe TV Winners - January 16, 2007
Ugly Betty has a beautiful night, with Grey's Anatomy, 30 Rock and House also recognized.
Features
IGN's Emmy Picks - September 17, 2009
What shows and stars we want to win -- and who should've been nominated.
What TV Shows Have Been Cancelled? - May 22, 2009
IGN's complete list of cancellations and renewals.
Last Week's Best Episode (8/24 - 8/30/08) - September 4, 2008
Venture Bros. and Generation Kill rule the ratings.
Last Week's Best Episode (7/27 - 8/2/08) - August 7, 2008
USA Network wins over the IGN readers.
Kyra Sedgwick on The Closer's Return - July 11, 2008
We chat with the actress about the new season of her hit series.
This Week's Best Episode (11/30 - 12/06/07) - December 7, 2007
So how did your picks stack up to ours?
Idiot Box: Summer TV - June 22, 2007
The IGN TV writers talk about what they're watching this summer.
Paley Fest: The Closer - March 8, 2007
The cast and producers give behind the scenes details and talk of what's to come.
Crime Time - December 5, 2006
We examine the best episodes of the week of November 28 to December 4.
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