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 - S5E19

#10 - Through the Looking Glass (Season 5 - Episode 19)

Frank goes toe to toe with an investigative journalist who refuses to give up her source, despite the source admitting to committing murder. Also, Danny is paired with a troubled teenager as part of an NYPD program aimed at influencing youth to make better decisions.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 511 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E12

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

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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 416 votes.

Blue Bloods - S6E18

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

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 7.53 from 763 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 7.52 from 639 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E16

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

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 420 votes.

Blue Bloods - S6E6

#5 - 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 609 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E14

#4 - 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 7.50 from 408 votes.

Blue Bloods - S5E10

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

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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 7.49 from 396 votes.

Blue Bloods - S14E16

#2 - The Gray Areas (Season 14 - Episode 16)

Danny and Baez investigate the death of a rising MMA fighter. Also, Eddie and Jamie race to find Badillo, whose job is on the line after he's caught smoking weed.

The episode was rated 7.49 from 175 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 7.45 from 509 votes.

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