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Season 1 – The Mysteries of Laura

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Laura Diamond is a brilliant NYPD homicide detective striving to balance her day job with a chaotic home life, and she's the first to admit that she doesn't always pull it off flawlessly. Her rambunctious twin boys and soon-to-be ex-husband, Jake - who can't seem to find the time to sign the divorce papers - make life interesting. Complications arise when Jake becomes Laura's boss at the precinct, but with the help of her understanding - and attractive - partner, Billy, she somehow manages to make it all work.
The Mysteries of Laura — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Despite a talented cast, The Mysteries of Laura is dated both as a cop show and as a representation of single, working mothers.

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Ellen E Jones Independent (UK) Even in below-par material, [Debra] Messing is a flame-haired firecracker. Aug 27, 2019 Full Review Alan Sepinwall Uproxx Nothing flows together, the main character is abrasive, the suspects are all caricatures, the frequent plugs for a certain big box store are clumsy even by the standards of modern product integration and nothing in it works. Aug 27, 2019 Full Review Vinnie Mancuso Observer If "Writing a Terrible TV Show 101" was a real college class, The Mysteries of Laura would be its textbook. Aug 27, 2019 Full Review Matt Fowler IGN Movies The Mysteries of Laura is nothing. It's a "nothing" a show. Designed to do nothing. If you're a Debra Messing fan, then here she is. Have at it. Rated: 2/10 Aug 27, 2019 Full Review Pilot Viruet Flavorwire The Mysteries of Laura could be a fun, light cop drama if it weren't so bad at just about everything else. Aug 27, 2019 Full Review Sarah Carlson Pajiba You will be stunned at the level of badness, from the slopping editing to the bad writing. You will not be able to look away or keep from laughing. Aug 27, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Ken Jacowitz was in an episode of this show, so as a person of moral conscience, I must rate it 1/2. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member I love this show. It is super funny. The minute I hit play I am hooked. I watched both seasons several times I just can’t get enough. I wish they would do a 3rd season. Despite of what people are saying was suppose to happen I want to see it with my own eyes. So directors and cast if you reading this please reconsider doing one more season with a better ending. More of a happy ending instead of leaving the hanging. Thank you! Your Fan L. O. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Love this series. Clever, witty, and well acted. Disappointed that it was cancelled. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Sad they canceled it. Enjoyed it Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member I liked the Mysterys of Laura it was a decent show to watch it was funny I am so tired of reality shows drama tits and ass that's all you see anymore the bachelor the bachelorette and the big brother shows why even bother to watch tv it's all about sex anymore we need more shows like Laura it had a little romance a little comedy and a little family life BRING IT BACK NBC Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Love the nanny; be great to see more of her if they bring her back. They shouldn't have killed off the captain. And a mehh to the new fiance. Also really bad ending to Tony... Debra Messing's character is not cruel, and that was. sigh. Oh, the dad is too stereotyped... but the sister shows some promise. Max is great (but ah a tad over the top, no? Give him something real to do.) Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Debra Messing

Laura Diamond

Josh Lucas

Jake Broderick

Laz Alonso

Billy Soto

Janina Gavankar

Meredith Bose

Max Jenkins

Guest Star

Meg Chambers Steedle

Frankie Pulaski

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 17, 2014 Pilot Homicide Detective Laura Diamond balances her day job with her chaotic family life that includes twin boys and a soon-to-be-ex husband. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 24, 2014 The Mystery of the Dead Date After an online hookup ends in murder, Laura creates a profile on a dating website to lure the killer; Jake finally signs the divorce papers. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 1, 2014 The Mystery of the Biker Bar Jake and Laura reconnect -- and return to the site of their first date -- when the owner of a biker bar turns up dead; the twins are faced with a new baby sitter. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 8, 2014 The Mystery of the Sex Scandal The NYPD brass asks Laura to search for the truth when a sex scandal erupts involving a powerful congressman. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 15, 2014 The Mystery of the Terminal Tenant The team investigates when a body is found in a residential bathroom while the homeowner is away; Laura and Jake try a new solution to their shared custody problem. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 22, 2014 The Mystery of the Red Runway A designer's talented intern is murdered during fashion week in New York; Max's position at the precinct is re-evaluated. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 29, 2014 The Mystery of the Art Ace Laura and the team investigate the karaoke scene in Koreatown when a prominent art gallery owner is murdered; a gambling ring is discovered. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 5, 2014 The Mystery of the Mobile Murder Laura and the team take on a beauty empire when a dead woman is found on a party bus; a mud race creates some friendly competition in the precinct. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 19, 2014 The Mystery of the Dysfunctional Dynasty Laura and the team investigate a double murder to see if a religious motive was involved; Laura and Jake receive a visitor while searching for a new nanny. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 10, 2014 The Mystery of the Fertility Fatality The detectives investigate when a woman suspects foul play after her husband, a fertility doctor, goes missing; the twins are accused of bullying at their tae kwondo class. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 7, 2015 The Mystery of the Frozen Foodie While investigating a case involving the culinary world, Laura develops a crush on a potential suspect. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 14, 2015 The Mystery of the Fateful Fire Arson leads to the death of a teenage boy; chemistry sparks between Jake and a former flame; Laura tries to set aside work and focus on the twins and their winter carnival. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 4, 2015 The Mystery of the Deemed Dealer The dark side of an elite prep school is examined after the death of a star athlete; sparks fly between Jake and Laura while they are under cover. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 11, 2015 The Mystery of the Popped Pugilist Laura and the team investigate the murder of a female impersonator; Laura and an old friend (Kelly Rutherford) have a wild night out on the town. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 18, 2015 The Mystery of the Alluring Au Pair Laura and the team are thrust into the middle of a female escort ring as they hunt for a murderer; a new detective arrives to investigate alleged indiscretions between Jake and Laura. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 25, 2015 The Mystery of the Exsanguinated Ex When a former beauty queen is stabbed to death, Laura's ex-fiance (Eric McCormack) becomes the prime suspect; Laura heads down memory lane. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 25, 2015 The Mystery of the Intoxicated Intern An intern working at a trendy tech startup is murdered; Laura struggles to find time for romance with her new beau. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 1, 2015 The Mystery of the Sunken Sailor Laura avoids her birthday while investigating a sailor's murder; Billy works with an intractable naval investigator. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 22, 2015 The Mystery of the Dodgy Draft During the investigation into the murder of a teacher's aide, Laura is faced with an epic personal crisis. Details Episode 20 Aired May 6, 2015 The Mystery of the Crooked Clubber In order to solve a murder, Laura and the team have to stop a robbery crew; Laura re-evaluates her relationship with Tony. Details Episode 21 Aired May 13, 2015 The Mystery of the Deceased Documentarian A meddlesome amateur detective clashes with Laura and the team during an investigation into a young filmmaker's murder. Details Episode 22 Aired May 20, 2015 The Mystery of the Corner Store Crossfire With Jake in critical condition, Laura and the team search for his shooter -- who is armed with a new, high-tech weapon. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Jeff Rake, McG, Greg Berlanti, Aaron Kaplan, Todd Lituchy, Sarah Schechter
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-14 (D|S)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 17, 2014