With Law & Order: SVU so close to Season 30, it’s nearly impossible to imagine it not reaching such a milestone. But first, it had to get to its 27th season, and the good news is, it has!
When the Mariska Hargitay-led drama returns for the network’s 2025-2026 season, it will do so with a few changes, including a couple exits (one will be back for an episode) and promotions as well as a first for the long-running series behind the scenes.
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