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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Drama· 15 Seasons· TV Series· 1999·TV-14
Created by Emmy Award-winning producer Dick Wolf, “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” is the longest-running primetime drama in the history of American television.
As commander of the SVU, Capt. Olivia Benson, portrayed by Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning Mariska Hargitay, is a seasoned veteran of the unit who has seen it all. She leads with empathy and professionalism, all the while dealing with her difficult past as a product of rape and her responsibility as a trailblazer in survivor advocacy, both of which influence the way she relates to the victims and perpetrators of each case. Olivia Benson is the longest-running TV character in a primetime drama series. As Benson’s second-in-command, Sgt. Odafin “Fin” Tutuola (Ice T) adds a unique sense of humor and undercover investigative experience, making him a formidable match for any partner. Fin is the longest-running male primetime drama character on television. Detective Joe Velasco (Octavio Pisano), after spending years in undercover assignments, must now learn the nuanced and sensitive techniques to working with sexual assault survivors. Assistant District Attorney Dominick “Sonny” Carisi (Peter Scanavino) brings a fresh outlook and distinctive style of investigation to his cases while navigating the politics of the DA’s office.
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As commander of the SVU, Capt. Olivia Benson, portrayed by Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning Mariska Hargitay, is a seasoned veteran of the unit who has seen it all. She leads with empathy and professionalism, all the while dealing with her difficult past as a product of rape and her responsibility as a trailblazer in survivor advocacy, both of which influence the way she relates to the victims and perpetrators of each case. Olivia Benson is the longest-running TV character in a primetime drama series. As Benson’s second-in-command, Sgt. Odafin “Fin” Tutuola (Ice T) adds a unique sense of humor and undercover investigative experience, making him a formidable match for any partner. Fin is the longest-running male primetime drama character on television. Detective Joe Velasco (Octavio Pisano), after spending years in undercover assignments, must now learn the nuanced and sensitive techniques to working with sexual assault survivors. Assistant District Attorney Dominick “Sonny” Carisi (Peter Scanavino) brings a fresh outlook and distinctive style of investigation to his cases while navigating the politics of the DA’s office.
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Starring: Mariska Hargitay, Ice T, Peter Scanavino, Octavio Pisano, Kevin Kane, Juliana Aidén Martinez
Creator: Dick Wolf
Executive Producers: Dick Wolf, David Graziano, Julie Martin, Mariska Hargitay, Norberto Barba, Kenneth Brown, Peter Jankowski
Creator: Dick Wolf
Executive Producers: Dick Wolf, David Graziano, Julie Martin, Mariska Hargitay, Norberto Barba, Kenneth Brown, Peter Jankowski
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Payback
S1 E1 • 43M • 
Detectives investigate the murder of a cabdriver who was a wanted man.
A Single LifeS1 E2 • 42M •
Benson and Stabler unearth several suspects in the case of a woman who fell to her death.
...Or Just Look Like OneS1 E3 • 42M •
Benson and Stabler probe the world of a teenage model who was found beaten and sexually assaulted.
HysteriaS1 E4 • 42M •
Benson and Stabler suspect a fellow officer may be responsible for a series of sex worker slayings.
WanderlustS1 E5 • 44M •
A pedophile is the prime suspect in the murder of a travel writer.
Sophomore JinxS1 E6 • 43M •
The detectives suspect star basketball players in the murder of a college coed.
UncivilizedS1 E7 • 44M •
An attorney defends a pedophile suspected of slaying a boy in Central Park.
StalkedS1 E8 • 44M •
Benson may be the next target of a man with a history of raping powerful women.
Stocks & BondageS1 E9 • 44M •
The death of a Wall Street financial analyst leads detectives into a world of sexual bondage.
Closure Part 1S1 E10 • 44M •
The victim of a sexual assault is unable to identify her attacker.
Bad BloodS1 E11 • 44M •
The detectives suspect an ex-convict in the killing of a gay man.
Russian Love PoemS1 E12 • 43M •
A multimillionaire with a sordid sex life is found bound and slain.
DisrobedS1 E13 • 43M •
The detectives probe the murder of a judge who was known for putting away sex offenders.
LimitationsS1 E14 • 43M •
The detectives must solve a 5-year-old sexual assault case before the statute of limitations closes it.
EntitledS1 E15 • 43M •
Benson, Stable, Briscoe and Green team on a complicated murder case.
The Third GuyS1 E16 • 44M •
Detectives investigate the rape and murder of an elderly woman.
MisleaderS1 E17 • 44M •
The pregnant daughter-in-law of a prominent religious educator is slain.
Chat RoomS1 E18 • 43M •
Detectives Benson and Stabler search the Internet for an active pedophile.
ContactS1 E19 • 42M •
Benson and Stabler become frustrated by a series of sexual attacks on women in crowded subway cars.
RemorseS1 E20 • 43M •
Munch bonds with a television news reporter who was sexually assaulted months earlier.
NocturneS1 E21 • 43M •
The detectives seek evidence to stop a piano instructor who molests his students.
SlavesS1 E22 • 44M •
A corporate lawyer may be connected to a murder.
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Where can I watch Law & Order: Special Victims Unit?- You can watch Law & Order: Special Victims Unit on Peacock. Just sign up for a Peacock account and start streaming. View the full list of supported streaming devices.
New episodes of Law & Order: SVU air Thursdays at 9/8c on NBC and will be available to stream next day on Peacock. - How many seasons of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit are there?
- There are currently 27 seasons of Law & Order: SVU. Catch new episodes of SVU Season 27 Thursdays on NBC at 9/8c, and stream next day on Peacock.
- When did Law & Order: Special Victims Unit return?
- Law & Order: SVU Season 27 premiered September 25, 2025. All new episodes air Thursdays on NBC at 9/8c and are available to stream next day on Peacock. You can also watch all of your NBC favorites including the One Chicago and Law & Order franchises on Peacock!
- What is Law & Order: SVU about?
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is a crime drama that follows an elite NYPD squad dedicated to investigating sensitive crimes. Led by Captain Olivia Benson, the team tackles cases of sexual assault, abuse, and exploitation. With gripping stories inspired by real events, SVU explores the pursuit of justice and the resilience of survivors.
- When did Law & Order: SVU start?
- Law & Order: SVU first aired September 20, 1999.
- Where is Law & Order: SVU filmed?
- Law & Order: SVU is filmed in New York City!
