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‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’ Season 5 Debuts with High-Stakes Drama and Family Depth

The new season, now streaming on Peacock, features Detective Stabler’s undercover mission, personal challenges, and pivotal crossovers.

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Actor Christopher Meloni, who stars on Law & Order: Organized Crime, attends The Neighborhood Playhouse Gala in New York, New York, on February 27, 2025.
Benson and Stabler also teamed up for what they do best: interrogating perps.
(l-r) Christopher Meloni as Det. Elliot Stabler, Danielle Moné Truitt as Sergeant Ayanna Bell on Law & Order: Organized Crime - Season 4.

Overview

  • Season 5 premiered on April 17, 2025, with the first two episodes airing on NBC and streaming on Peacock, marking the show’s transition to a streaming-first model.
  • Detective Elliot Stabler returns undercover, tackling cross-border smuggling, domestic terrorism, and a personal vendetta against him.
  • The season explores Stabler’s family dynamics, including his son Eli joining the NYPD and his estranged brother Randall re-entering his life after 18 years.
  • Mariska Hargitay guest stars as Olivia Benson in Episode 2, written by Christopher Meloni, showcasing a nuanced portrayal of their long-standing relationship.
  • The move to Peacock allows for a deeper focus on character development and a balance of procedural intensity with emotional family arcs.