Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 26 Premiere: What to Expect

The highly anticipated 26th season of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is set to premiere on October 3, 2024, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. This new season promises to deliver gripping storylines and the return of beloved characters, along with some fresh faces.

Returning Cast Members

Mariska Hargitay will once again reprise her iconic role as Captain Olivia Benson, a character she has portrayed since the series' inception. Other returning cast members include Ice-T as Sergeant Odafin Tutuola and Peter Scanavino as ADA Dominick Carisi Jr..

Kelli Giddish, who left the main cast two years ago, will return as Detective Amanda Rollins, now working as a sergeant for the NYPDs Intelligence Unit. She will appear in multiple episodes as a guest star.

New Faces and Characters

This season will introduce new characters to the SVU team. Juliana Aidn Martinez will play Detective Kate Silva, and Kevin Kane will return as Detective Terry Bruno, now promoted to a series regular.

Season 26 Premiere Episode: 'Fractured'

The first episode of the season, titled 'Fractured,' will see the SVU team investigating a violent attack on law students. Captain Benson will be at the forefront of solving the case, which involves the discovery of a hidden camera. Meanwhile, Prosecutor Carisi will focus on catching the defendant in a lie to secure a conviction.

Upcoming Episodes

The second episode, 'Excavation,' scheduled to air on October 10, 2024, will involve a woman uncovering repressed memories after finding an old notebook in her family home. This episode will pose significant challenges for Carisi as he prosecutes a decades-old crime involving a powerful judge.

Fans can catch the new episodes of Law & Order: SVU every Thursday on NBC, with episodes available for streaming on Peacock the next day.

For those eager to see a sneak peek, NBC has released a first look at the upcoming season, featuring Mariska Hargitay, Tony Goldwyn, and Ice T, among others.

Mariska Hargitay, known for her enduring role in the series, has also shared insights into the show, including the one role that 'all the famous people' who guest star on SVU want.

With its blend of compelling storylines, returning favorites, and new characters, Season 26 of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is set to captivate audiences once again.

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