In the Criminal justice system, sexually based offenses are considered especially heinous. In New York City, the decicated detectives who investigate these vicious felonies are memebers of elite squad, known as Special Victims Unit. These are their stories....…
This hard-hitting and emotional series from NBC’s "Law & Order" brand chronicles the life and crimes of the Special Victims Unit of the New York Police Department, the elite squad of detectives who investigate sexually based crimes. Created by Emmy Award-winning producer Dick Wolf, "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" is now entering its eighth season. The program has received numerous citations from community-based organizations for the social issues it tackles, and the cast members are frequently recognized for the work they do off-screen to promote personal health and safety and other volunteer efforts and initiatives.
The drama follows Detective Elliot Stabler (Christopher Meloni), a seasoned veteran of the unit who has seen it all, and his partner, Detective Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay), whose difficult past - a child of rape - is the reason she joined the unit. This fall, Stabler found himself newly partnered with Detective Dani Beck, a warrants officer, played by film star Connie Nielsen ("Gladiator"), who filled in for Hargitay for a six-episode arc while the actress was on maternity leave. This season includes guest-starring appearances by many venerable actors including: Brian Dennehy, Marcia Gay Harden, legendary film star Leslie Caron and comedian Jerry Lewis.
In 2006, Hargitay (Detective Benson) garnered her first Emmy Award for Lead Actress in a Drama Series, and was the 2005 Golden Globe Winner for Lead Actress in a Drama Series, as well as the 2004 and 2005 Emmy Nominee, and 2004 Screen Actors Guild Nominee for Lead Actress.
Captain Donald Cragen, (Dann Florek, reprising the role he played on the first three seasons of "Law & Order" 1990-93), oversees the unit with his tough but supportive approach to the team’s complex cases, guiding the squad through the challenges they face every day. Detective John Munch, (Richard Belzer, "Homicide: Life on the Street"), a transfer from Baltimore’s homicide unit, brings his acerbic wit, conspiracy theories and street-honed investigative skills to the team. And his partner, Detective Odafin "Fin" Tutuola (Ice-T), adds his unique sense of humor and investigative experience, making him a formidable match for Munch.
Assistant District Attorney Casey Novak (Diane Neal) brings closure to the intense investigations with her legal expertise. Forensic psychiatrist, George Huang (B.D. Wong), whose insight into the minds of the accused, often provides significant clues that lead to the resolution of a case, and Medical Examiner Melinda Warner (Tamara Tunie) lends her skills to uncover forensic evidence.
"Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" is a Wolf Films production in association with NBC Universal Television Studio. Wolf, is creator and executive producer, Neal Baer (NBC’s "ER", "China Beach"), Ted Kotcheff ("Fun with Dick and Jane," "Weekend at Bernie’s") and Peter Jankowski are the executive producers.
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Name: Special Victims Unit
Occupation: Detectives
Location: New York City
BIOS
Det. Olivia Benson
Det. Elliot Stabler
Det. John Munch
Det. Odafin "Fin" Tutuola
Dr. George Huang
Dr. Melinda Warner
Captain Donald Cragen
A.D.A. Casey Novak
Detective Dani Beck
Detective Chester Lake
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HIGHLIGHTS
Impulsive
The SVU faces a moral dilemma when dealing with a mentally challenged witness.
Impulsive
Stabler tries to console Novak over her guilt.
Avatar
The detectives discover the underworld of virtual reality.
Alternate
Stabler and Benson deal with an unusual suspect.
Screwed Part 2
Ludacris guest stars on the shocking season finale of SVU.
Screwed Part 1
Kathy drops a bombshell on an unsuspecting Stabler.
Pretend
Stabler and Benson make a shocking discovery about their key witness.
Annihilated
Stabler and Kathy find an intimate connection.
Florida
Benson begins to question her mother's story.
Responsible
Stabler turns to an unlikely source when trying to crack a case involving teens and alcohol.
Sin
Novak accuses Stabler of destroying her murder case and demands that he fix it!
Philadelphia
Benson uncovers some unnerving information regarding her half-brother.
Dependent
Benson and Warner do their best to clear Stabler's name.
Loophole
Benson finds herself in the hospital and at the center of an investigation involving a corporate conspiracy!
Outsider
Fin clashes with a Brooklyn detective, while trying to track down a serial rapist.
Burned
Stabler and Benson butt heads when dealing with a sensitive case.
