Law & Order: Criminal Intent Timeline ( Real )

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September 30, 2001

Premiere of Law & Order: Criminal Intent

The TV show Law & Order: Criminal Intent premiered on NBC, introducing a new series in the Law & Order franchise focusing on the Major Case Squad of the NYPD.

casting
September 30, 2001

Vincent D'Onofrio Joins as Detective Robert Goren

Vincent D'Onofrio began his role as Detective Robert Goren, one of the central characters, in the first season of the series.

broadcast_change
January 1, 2007

Show Moves to USA Network

After NBC canceled the series, Law & Order: Criminal Intent was picked up by the USA Network, where it continued to air new episodes.

casting
September 25, 2007

Chris Noth Joins as Detective Mike Logan

Chris Noth joined the cast as Detective Mike Logan starting from Season 7, bringing a new dynamic to the show.

series_end
June 26, 2011

Show Ends After Ten Seasons

Law & Order: Criminal Intent aired its final episode, concluding the series after ten successful seasons.

Law & Order: Criminal Intent Timeline ( Fictional )

career_start
Early 2001

Detective Goren Begins Work

Detective Robert Goren starts working with the NYPD's Major Case Squad, showcasing his sharp intellect and unique interrogation methods.

career_event
2002

Detective Eames Joins Major Case Squad

Detective Alexandra Eames is assigned to partner with Detective Goren, combining traditional police work with Goren's psychological tactics.

organization_event
2001

Formation of Original Major Case Squad Team

The Major Case Squad is fully established with detectives Goren, Eames, and their commanding officer overseeing high-profile investigations.

major_case
2003

Goren Solves Serial Killer Case

Detective Goren cracks a complex case involving a serial killer who had eluded police for years through his psychological profiling.

career_event
2005

Detective Logan Joins Major Case Squad

Detective Mike Logan arrives to bring tough, street-smart tactics to the Major Case Squad, enhancing their investigative approach.

leadership_change
2006

Van Buren Becomes Captain

Captain James Deakins retires, and Captain Danny Ross takes over command of the Major Case Squad to maintain unit's effectiveness.

personal_event
2007

Goren Takes Leave Due to Psychological Struggles

Detective Goren temporarily steps away from duty to address personal psychological issues affecting his work.

major_case
2008

Case Involving High-Profile Political Figure

The Major Case Squad investigates a politically sensitive murder that attracts city-wide media attention and pressures.

career_event
2009

Detective Goren Returns to Duty

After treatment, Goren returns to the Major Case Squad with renewed focus, ready to tackle complex cases again.

career_event
2010

Introduction of Detective Zack Nichols

Detective Zack Nichols joins the Major Case Squad, bringing a fresh perspective and new energy to investigations.

team_event
2011

Final Season Team Dynamics

The squad works together amid evolving challenges, with friendships tested and new bonds formed during intense cases.