LAW & ORDER SEASON 25: NEW FACES, BIGGER DRAMA, AND A DOUBLE PREMIERE NIGHT
When Law & Order first premiered in 1990, few could have imagined it would still dominate television in 2025. Yet here we are. Season 25 of the flagship series premieres Thursday, September 25, at 8 p.m. ET on NBC. Fans also get Special Victims Unit at 9 p.m. and Organized Crime at 10 p.m.—a full night of gripping drama.The Legal Team: Baxter Takes the Lead
Tony Goldwyn returns as District Attorney Nicholas Baxter. He joined the series in Season 23, taking over from Sam Waterston’s Jack McCoy. Baxter’s mix of sharp legal instincts and complicated personal life has already stirred intrigue. This season promises more insight into his personal struggles.
Hugh Dancy plays Executive Assistant District Attorney Nolan Price. With McCoy gone, Price is still adjusting to Baxter’s leadership. Tension builds as the two navigate their professional differences.
Odelya Halevi’s Samantha Maroun also returns. Her sister’s murder, unresolved from last season, now points directly to her. This storyline will test her career and her moral limits.
The Police Team: Tough Leadership on the Precinct Floor
Maura Tierney joins as Lieutenant Jessica Brady. She’s a no-nonsense commander who doesn’t care if anyone likes her. Tierney described the role as a fun challenge, contrasting with her warmer past characters.
Reid Scott is back as Detective Vincent Riley. He’s still grappling with turning in his troubled brother last season. The personal stakes add depth to his crime-solving journey.
Why Season 25 Matters
Law & Order has always balanced iconic structure with evolving stories. This season blends courtroom drama, personal stakes, and intense police work. Fresh dynamics in the DA’s office and new leadership in the precinct create tension and excitement.
The double premiere night ensures Thursday is once again reserved for one thing: justice. Fans will get legal battles, emotional arcs, and the suspense they’ve loved for 25 seasons.