SEASON 24 CHANGED THE GAME — AND IT’S ONLY THE BEGINNING
Season 24 of Law & Order was packed with change. New leadership arrived, old tensions resurfaced, and shocking cases pushed the squad to its limits. As Season 25 premieres on October 1, here’s everything fans need to remember.
A New Leader Takes Charge
The season opened with Lt. Jessica Brady, played by Maura Tierney. In “Catch and Kill,” she immediately proved her authority. Brady clashed with Shaw (Mehcad Brooks) and Riley (Reid Scott), but her confidence quickly earned their respect. From that moment, the 27th Precinct felt different.
Olivia Benson Complicates the Case
In “The Perfect Man,” Captain Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) stepped into Brady’s case. However, instead of helping, she complicated the investigation. Benson’s testimony even placed her opposite ADA Samantha Maroun (Odelya Halevi). As a result, courtroom tension soared, and Brady’s uneasy relationship with Benson began.
A Midseason Twist
Later, the midseason premiere, “Duty to Protect,” shocked both detectives and prosecutors. A teenage girl was found dead, but no one knew her identity. Price (Hugh Dancy) and Maroun fought for answers. Then, a devastating courtroom revelation destroyed their case. The fallout reminded everyone that truth in court is never guaranteed.
The Crossover Fans Waited For
In “Play with Fire Part 1,” the show launched a high-stakes crossover with Law & Order: SVU. A mysterious call to Benson led to a brutal murder investigation. The two squads united, but their cooperation wasn’t seamless. Old friction between Brady and Benson resurfaced, fueling even more drama. The case continued in SVU’s “Play with Fire Part 2.”
Maroun Faces Her Past
Finally, the Season 24 finale, “Look the Other Way,” focused on Maroun’s personal trauma. A murdered model reminded her of her sister’s unsolved case. Determined to win, Maroun bent the rules and risked losing credibility. Meanwhile, Price was left scrambling to protect the prosecution. As a result, the finale ended with Maroun’s judgment under serious question.
Why Season 24 Still Matters
Season 24 reshaped Law & Order. It introduced Brady’s fearless leadership, tested Maroun’s moral limits, and reignited cross-franchise tension with SVU. Most importantly, it set up conflicts that will carry into Season 25. Fans now wait to see whether justice — and the squad — can hold together under the pressure.