Captain Olivia Benson is keeping busy as Season 27 of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit unfolds with intense drama and action. Throughout the season, audiences have witnessed exhilarating storylines, including a gripping city-wide manhunt for a serial offender and the return of former adversaries, all while Benson and her dedicated team work diligently to deliver justice.
Mariska Hargitay, who portrays Benson, expressed her passion for her role and the camaraderie within the show’s community in a recent interview with NBC Insider. “I love my job. I love going to work every day. I love the community that I’m in,” she shared, emphasizing the closeness of the cast and crew and the collaborative spirit that defines the series.
Tonight, a brand new episode titled “Career Psychopath” (Season 27, Episode 11) will air at 9/8c on NBC. In this episode, tension rises when a stranger menaces Rollins and Carisi, prompting the duo to suspect a connection to a previous case. To aid in the investigation, Benson calls upon an old friend, which promises to heighten the drama. Fans are particularly excited about the return of Henry Mesner, a notorious repeat offender, portrayed by Shameless star Ethan Cutkosky, whose chilling presence historically troubled Amanda Rollins.
As the season progresses, viewers can look forward to more thrilling episodes, with new adventures airing weekly. Each Thursday, fans can tune in to NBC at 9/8c or stream the following day on Peacock. This season not only features returning stars such as Ice-T, Peter Scanavino, and Kelli Giddish, but it also welcomes newcomers and guest stars including Jemima Kirke and Danielle MacDonald, making it a dynamic chapter in SVU’s long-running history.
For those wanting to revisit past episodes, an extensive collection is available for streaming on Peacock, where viewers can catch up on the series’ rich legacy and fast-paced narratives. With its compelling storytelling and emotional depth, Season 27 of Law & Order: SVU continues to engage fans and remind them of the crucial issues the show addresses.