Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999- )

RunningScripted showDrama, Crime, Legal

In the criminal justice system, sexually-based offenses are considered especially heinous. In New York City, the dedicated detectives who investigate these vicious felonies are members of an elite squad known as the Special Victims Unit. These are their stories.

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Post-Rage
Season 26Episode 2260 min

Post-Rage

Benson investigates a string of sexual assaults targeting local female psychiatrists; the squad celebrates a promotion.

May 15, 2025

Next Episode

TBA
Season 27Episode 160 min

TBA

Sep 25, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Law & Order: Special Victims Unit premiere?

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit premiered on September 20, 1999.

Who are the main characters in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 1999?

The main characters in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 1999 were Detective Elliot Stabler, played by Christopher Meloni, and Detective Olivia Benson, played by Mariska Hargitay.

What is the main premise of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit?

The main premise of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is to follow the investigations of the Special Victims Unit of the New York City Police Department, which is responsible for investigating sexually based offenses.

Which actor played the role of Captain Donald Cragen?

Dann Florek played the role of Captain Donald Cragen in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 1999.

Who created Law & Order: Special Victims Unit?

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit was created by Dick Wolf.

What is the format of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit?

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is a police procedural crime drama television series.

What are some common themes explored in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit?

Some common themes explored in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit include sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence, and sex crimes.

Did Law & Order: Special Victims Unit win any awards in 1999?

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series in 1999 for Amanda Plummer's portrayal of Miranda Cole.

How long was each episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 1999?

Each episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 1999 was approximately 60 minutes long.

Who was the executive producer of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 1999?

The executive producers of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 1999 were Dick Wolf, Neal Baer, and Ted Kotcheff.

Cast

Demore Barnes

Demore Barnes

plays Christian Garland
Christopher Meloni

Christopher Meloni

plays Detective Elliot Stabler
Adam Beach

Adam Beach

plays Detective Chester Lake
Michaela McManus

Michaela McManus

plays Assistant D.A. Kim Greylek
Michelle Hurd

Michelle Hurd

plays Detective Monique Jeffries
Ice-T

Ice-T

plays Sergeant Odafin "Fin" Tutuola
Kelli Giddish

Kelli Giddish

plays Amanda Rollins
Diane Neal

Diane Neal

plays Assistant D.A. Casey Novak
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Characters

Christian Garland

Christian Garland

played by Demore Barnes
Detective Elliot Stabler

Detective Elliot Stabler

played by Christopher Meloni
Detective Chester Lake

Detective Chester Lake

played by Adam Beach
Assistant D.A. Kim Greylek

Assistant D.A. Kim Greylek

played by Michaela McManus
Detective Monique Jeffries

Detective Monique Jeffries

played by Michelle Hurd
Sergeant Odafin

Sergeant Odafin "Fin" Tutuola

played by Ice-T
Amanda Rollins

Amanda Rollins

played by Kelli Giddish
Assistant D.A. Casey Novak

Assistant D.A. Casey Novak

played by Diane Neal
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Also known as

  • Law & Order: SVU (United States)
  • Lei e Ordem: Unidade de Vítimas Especiais (Brazil)
  • Закон и ред: Специални разследвания (Bulgaria)
  • New York, unité spéciale (France)
  • Νόμος Και Τάξη (Greece)
  • Különleges ügyosztály (Hungary)
  • Lege și ordine: Brigada specială (Romania)
  • Закон и порядок. Специальный корпус (Russian Federation)
  • Закон і порядок: Спеціальний корпус (Ukraine)

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