Blue Bloods

10 Worst Episodes of Blue Bloods

A drama about a multi-generational family of cops dedicated to New York City law enforcement. Frank Reagan is the New York Police Commissioner and heads both the police force and the Reagan brood. He runs his department as diplomatically as he runs his family, even when dealing with the politics that plagued his unapologetically bold father, Henry, during his stint as Chief.

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Blue Bloods - S6E16

#10 - Help Me Help You (Season 6 - Episode 16)

Linda needs Danny and Baez's help after a co-worker has difficulties with an angry ex. Erin's former mentor has been giving out unfair sentences following the death of his wife.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 656 votes.

Blue Bloods - S6E18

#9 - Town Without Pity (Season 6 - Episode 18)

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Frank and Danny work together to help Nick Constantine (Michael Nouri), a rehabilitated ex-con who Frank put away years ago, when Constantine becomes involved in the murder of an old enemy. Also, as Erin prepares for a murder trial, she learns the prosecutor who previously handled the case is withholding the location of the alleged killer so she can interview him on her popular podcast.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 753 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E12

#8 - Home Sweet Home (Season 5 - Episode 12)

Jamie gets Danny involved when he finds a homeless teen who claims his aunt was killed by her boyfriend. Meanwhile, Erin is angered when McCoy replaces her as the prosecutor on a case involving a corrections officer.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 406 votes.

Blue Bloods - S6E13

#7 - Stomping Grounds (Season 6 - Episode 13)

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A respected, recently retired NYPD lieutenant is accused of shooting potential muggers on the subway; Baez and Danny try to arrest a drug dealer responsible for a murder Baez witnessed as a child.Source: CBS

The episode was rated 7.53 from 629 votes.

Blue Bloods - S14E5

#6 - Bad Faith (Season 14 - Episode 5)

Erin is designated to lead a federal investigation into corrupt horse racing. Also, Jamie investigates a drug trafficking operation involving rival gangs and Danny and Baez look into a series of assaults in Little Vietnam with the help of a familiar face.

The episode was rated 7.52 from 164 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E16

#5 - In the Box (Season 5 - Episode 16)

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When an emotionally distraught man holds Baez hostage at gunpoint in an interrogation room after she served him with a restraining order, Danny must try to meet his demands before he harms Frank is faced with a personal and moral dilemma when Garrett asks for help in dropping charges filed against his son.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 406 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E10

#4 - Sins of the Father (Season 5 - Episode 10)

Frank pushes to find evidence against a suspected cop killer who shot one of Henry’s fellow officers years ago. Meanwhile, Danny and Baez investigate a string of murders involving adult film stars.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 387 votes.

Blue Bloods - S6E6

#3 - Rush to Judgment (Season 6 - Episode 6)

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When Jamie is caught on camera committing what could be construed as police brutality at an anti-policy demonstration, Frank is forced to turn the case over to Internal Affairs. Also, Danny and Baez investigate a rape case involving a civil rights attorney who claims the charges were drummed up in retaliation for the investigation into Jaime.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 598 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E14

#2 - The Poor Door (Season 5 - Episode 14)

Danny and Baez investigate a murder of a lower income resident in a luxury building where 20 percent of the units are made affordable for lower income housing. Also, Frank takes issue with a detective friend of Gormley’s who takes advantage of his position with legal loopholes.

The episode was rated 7.49 from 396 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E20

#1 - Payback (Season 5 - Episode 20)

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When a suspect voluntarily admits to killing a reality show celebrity chef in his own restaurant, Danny and Baez are convinced the suspect is taking the fall for someone. Also, Frank faces a moral dilemma when a longtime friend, Sen. Ted McCreary, asks for Frank’s help to make a DUI go away, and investigative journalist Anne Farrell returns.

The episode was rated 7.46 from 498 votes.

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