The first episode of Law & Order airs on NBC, introducing viewers to the unique format blending police procedural and legal drama.
Law & Order surpasses 'Gunsmoke' as the longest-running primetime drama series on American television.
The first spin-off of Law & Order focusing on sexually based offenses premieres, expanding the franchise.
The original Law & Order series concludes its run after 20 seasons and 456 episodes.
NBC announces the revival of the original Law & Order series with new episodes.
The Law & Order series officially returns to NBC with new episodes after over a decade off the air.
Detectives investigate the brutal murder of a young woman in New York City's Central Park, marking the beginning of the season's first major case.
The team uncovers a complex web of corruption linking a powerful businessman to illegal activities and the current murder case.
Detectives arrest a prime suspect believed to be responsible for multiple homicides, bringing significant progress to the case.
The prosecutors prepare and begin the trial against the accused, facing challenges in presenting conclusive evidence.
Following a tense trial, the jury convicts the defendant of murder, providing closure to the victims' families.
A new detective joins the squad, bringing fresh perspectives and techniques to ongoing investigations.
The team tackles a major organized crime syndicate involved in drug trafficking and racketeering in New York.
Key evidence is uncovered linking the crime syndicate to several unsolved murders, driving the case forward.
Prosecutors take on the high-profile trial of a notorious mob boss, facing threats and intense public scrutiny.
The mob boss is found guilty and sentenced to life imprisonment, significantly weakening the crime syndicate.
