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Where New York's grit meets courtroom drama, cops and prosecutors tackle crime in bite-sized arcs. Each episode invites a twist, splitting your attention between street justice and legal chess games. Always intense, always gripping.

Law & Order Trivia

Who portrays Detective Olivia Benson in the TV series "Law & Order: SVU"? (Genius)

#1: Mariska Hargitay

#2: Meloni Christopher

#3: Ice-T

#4: Kelli Giddish

In which year did the TV series "Law & Order" first premiere? (Expert)

#1: 1989

#2: 1990

#3: 1991

#4: 1992

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Law & Order Fun Facts

The signature dun-dun sound effect of Law & Order was created by combining the sound of a jail door slamming, a group of monks stomping on a floor, and a hammer on an anvil.

The character John Munch, played by Richard Belzer, has appeared in ten different television series, making him one of the most prolific crossover characters in TV history.

Law & Order Polls

What is your favorite Law & Order series?

Law & Order (Original)

Law & Order: SVU

Law & Order: Criminal Intent

Law & Order: Organized Crime

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Who is your favorite Law & Order character?

Olivia Benson

Jack McCoy

Elliot Stabler

Lennie Briscoe

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Popular Characters

Jack McCoy

Olivia Benson

Lennie Briscoe

Elliot Stabler

Rey Curtis

Sid Hammerback

Odafin Tutuola

Amanda Rollins

John Munch

Alexandra Cabot

Rafael Barba

Donald Cragen

Casey Novak

Robert Goren

Alexandra Eames

Mike Logan

Carolyn Barek

Nola Falacci

Annie Cabot

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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September 13, 1990

Premiere of Law & Order

The first episode of Law & Order airs on NBC, introducing viewers to the unique format blending police procedural and legal drama.

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May 12, 2003

Law & Order Becomes Longest-Running Primetime Drama

Law & Order surpasses 'Gunsmoke' as the longest-running primetime drama series on American television.

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September 20, 1999

Spin-off Series 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' Premieres

The first spin-off of Law & Order focusing on sexually based offenses premieres, expanding the franchise.

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May 24, 2010

Original Law & Order Series Ends

The original Law & Order series concludes its run after 20 seasons and 456 episodes.

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February 24, 2022

Law & Order Revival Premiere

The Law & Order series officially returns to NBC with new episodes after over a decade off the air.

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