Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

19995 seriesEntertainment / Drama
Available on 5 USA
5 USA

The detectives that are part of the NYPD's Special Victims Unit investigate crimes of sexual nature. While the focus of the other shows in the `Law & Order' franchise largely deal with murder cases, the SVU detectives frequently deal with crimes, such as rapes, in which the victim survives and assists authorities in the investigation. The series features a cast of veteran actors, including Mariska Hargitay, Richard Belzer, Dann Florek and, after the first season, rapper Ice-T. Occasional crossover episodes feature detectives from other series in the `Law & Order' franchise.

In the Wind: Episode Image
Episode 1In the Wind

Danger swirls around the squad as they investigate a suspect for rape and try to protect their key witness. Plus, a new chief of detectives puts Benson to the test. (S27, ep 1)

A Waiver of Consent: Episode Image
Episode 2A Waiver of Consent

When a member of an elite social club is assaulted, Carisi must convince other members to testify despite the club's strict confidentiality policy. (S27, ep 2)

A Vicious Circle: Episode Image
Episode 3A Vicious Circle

Bruno suspects a bomb was planted in a lab to destroy DNA evidence and Benson takes on a murder investigation related to the bombing. (S27, ep 3)

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Episode 4Clickbait

After a tween's near-fatal miscarriage, the Special Victims Unit investigates online deceptions to find the culprit, while Rollins considers her professional future. (S27, ep 4)

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Episode 5Feed the Craving

A labouring woman is kidnapped. Rollins and Curry seek her doula's testimony while Carisi works to secure a confession during jury proceedings. (S27, ep 5)

Under the Influence: Episode Image
Episode 6Under the Influence

The squad investigates an assault at a house party where no one can identify the attacker. Rollins tries to turn one suspect against another. (S27, ep 6)

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Episode 7False Idols

The Special Victims Unit must determine fact from fiction when a famous author twists the details of a serious crime and Fin has a challenging day at work. (S27, ep 7)

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Episode 8Showdown

A detective investigates inconsistencies when a man reports his girlfriend's kidnapping, while Griffin faces scrutiny over his police work. (S27, ep 8)

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Episode 9Purity

A murder suspect's pursuit reveals a crime with disturbing legal implications. During a raid, Bruno protects his team while Carisi and Price join forces in court. (S27, ep 9)

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