Country United States
Original language English
Genres Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Runtime 45 minutes
Total runtime 435 hours 45 minutes
Status Continuing
Network NBC
Showrunner Dick Wolf
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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

1999 9K members 27 seasons581 episodes

Second series in the Law & Order franchise and one of the most popular

A special unit of the NYPD is led by Captain Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay), is responsible for investigating sex crimes, taking care of the victims. The investigations are now led by Sergeant Odafin Tutuola (Ice-T), Detectives Joe Velasco (Octavio Pisano) and Grace Muncy (Molly Burnett) and the cases are prosecuted by Deputy District Attorney Dominick Carisi (Peter Scanavino). These cops are volunteers and are confronted with crimes of a sexual nature, no matter who the victims are.

Each episode begins with the catchphrase:

"In the justice system, sex crimes are considered particularly monstrous. In New York City, the detectives who investigate these crimes are members of an elite unit called the Special Victims Unit. This is their story."

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If you are a fan of crime dramas that delve deep into the psychology behind criminal behavior, then Law & Order: Criminal Intent is a must-watch for you. Premiering on September 30, 2001, this gripping police procedural drama series stands out within the acclaimed Law & Order franchise. With its compelling storytelling and rich character development, it provides an in-depth look into how detectives from the NYPD's Major Case Squad navigate high-profile cases involving murder, kidnappings, and major robberies.

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