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After 26 successful seasons, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is back for its 27th installment, promising more courtroom drama, complex investigations, and emotional storytelling. Central to the series is Mariska Hargitay’s Captain Olivia Benson, who continues to lead the team with her trademark mix of authority, empathy, and unflappable composure. Whether she’s tackling challenging cases, supporting her colleagues, or navigating personal life with her son, Benson remains the heart of the show.

Premiere Date and Viewing Details

Season 27 premieres Thursday, September 25, at 9/8c on NBC, immediately following Law & Order Season 25 at 8/7c. Later in the evening, Law & Order: Organized Crime with Christopher Meloni returns with Season 5 episodes, marking the first time since 2022 that the spin-off is part of the Thursday lineup.

New episodes of SVU will also stream on Peacock the morning after their broadcast, making it easier for fans to catch up on the latest twists and developments.

Behind the Scenes: A New Showrunner

Season 27 brings a historic change behind the camera. Michele Fazekas takes over as showrunner, becoming the first woman to lead SVU. Fazekas previously worked on the series as a writer and co-executive producer from 2001 to 2006. She replaces David Graziano, who led the show for the past three seasons.

Her appointment signals a renewed creative vision for the series, with a focus on strong female voices both on-screen and behind the scenes.

Cast Updates: Who’s Back and Who’s Leaving

One of the most exciting pieces of news for fans is the full-time return of Kelli Giddish as Sergeant Amanda Rollins. After leaving in Season 24, Giddish appeared as a guest star in Seasons 25 and 26. Her return promises to bring energy and emotional depth to the team.

Returning Main Cast:

• Mariska Hargitay as Captain Olivia Benson

• Ice-T as Sergeant Odafin “Fin” Tutuola

• Peter Scanavino as ADA Dominick “Sonny” Carisi, Jr.

• Kelli Giddish as Sergeant Amanda Rollins

• Kevin Kane as Detective Kelly Bruno

• Aimé Donna Kelly as Renee Curry

Departures:

• Octavio Pisano (Detective Joe Velasco) – may appear in a final storyline.

• Juliana Aidén Martinez (Detective Kate Silva) – joining FBI Season 8 on CBS.

Fans have already spotted Hargitay filming scenes with former co-stars Christopher Meloni and Dann Florek, suggesting that SVU will honor its legacy while introducing fresh dynamics.

What to Expect in Season 27

Details on the season’s storylines remain limited, but several threads are expected to take center stage:

• Rollins’s reintegration into the team and her character arc.

• Farewell storylines for Velasco and Silva.

• The continued balance of procedural investigations with personal and emotional moments.

• Possible guest appearances from past characters, adding nostalgia and intrigue.

NBC has released only a brief teaser so far, but fans can anticipate a mix of high-stakes investigations, courtroom drama, and moments that explore the personal lives of the SVU team.

Where to Watch

All previous 26 seasons of Law & Order: SVU are available for streaming on Hulu and Peacock. New episodes of Season 27 will air live on NBC and will be available on Peacock the next morning, making it easy for fans to catch up on every case, twist, and revelation.

Season 27 promises to continue the tradition that has made SVU a mainstay of primetime television: compelling characters, intense storytelling, and an unflinching look at justice in action.