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In the criminal justice system, sexually-based offenses are considered especially heinous. In New York City, the dedicated detectives who investigate these vicious felonies are members of an elite squad known as the Special Victims Unit. These are their stories.
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Checked Jul 24, 2026
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In the criminal justice system, sexually-based offenses are considered especially heinous. In New York City, the dedicated detectives who investigate these vicious felonies are members of an elite squad known as the Special Victims Unit. These are their stories.
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Episode 1
The SVU squad searches for Detective Benson and her abductor.
Directed by Michael SmithWritten by Julie Martin, Warren LeightGuest stars Richard Belzer, Dann Florek, Dean Winters, Pablo Schreiber, Lauren Ambrose, Bárbara Jimenez, Zach Appelman, Jenna Rampage Rodriguez
Episode 2
When a young boy is abandoned, the squad discovers more victims waiting to be rescued.
Directed by Michael SlovisWritten by Julie Martin, Warren LeightGuest stars Dann Florek, Dean Winters, Pablo Schreiber, Agatha Nowicki, Bill Irwin, Angela Lewis
Episode 3
As a series of rapes on the Upper West Side puts the city on edge, a celebrity chef fears she is the next victim when someone follows her home; Detective Benson has a hard time overcoming her traumatic ordeal.
Directed by Fred BernerWritten by Jill Abbinanti, Warren Leight, Julie MartinGuest stars Richard Belzer, Dann Florek, Tamara Tunie, Pablo Schreiber, Cybill Shepherd, Kevin Carroll, Cindy Katz, Allison Mackie
Episode 4
When Officer Michael Groves ends up in a psych ward after leveling accusations at the 12th Precinct, Internal Affairs asks the team to help investigate.
Directed by Jean de SegonzacWritten by Kevin FoxGuest stars Richard Belzer, Dann Florek, Dean Winters, Nadia Dajani, David Conrad, Marc Menchaca, Megan West, Lance Roberts
Episode 5
Investigation into the suspected rape of a woman Benson helped earlier leads to a cybermogul. The team bids farewell to Munch.
Directed by Jennifer GetzingerWritten by Lawrence Kaplow, Ed Zuckerman, Warren Leight, Julie MartinGuest stars Richard Belzer, Dann Florek, Dean Winters, Finn Wittrock, Sofia Vassilieva, Amelia Rose Blaire, Aisha de Haas, Ellen McElduff
Episode 6
ADA Barba finds that a friend -- with a connection to a mayoral candidate front runner -- is accused of rape.
Directed by Peter WernerWritten by Warren Leight, Peter Blauner, Peter BlaunerGuest stars Dann Florek, Kirk Acevedo, Annaleigh Ashford, Vincent Laresca, Karen Olivo, Liz Fye, James Riordan, Edward Furs
Episode 7
A four-year-old student makes claims of sexual abuse against a singing coach and popular TV personality.
Directed by Alex ChappleWritten by John Paul RocheGuest stars Dann Florek, Billy Porter, Kara Hayward, David Pittu, Carly Rose Sonenclar, Kelly Deadmon, Hana Hayes, Jennifer Roszell
Episode 8
A military officer who was gang raped refuses to cooperate with the SVU for fear of damage to her reputation; Amaro asks his ex to help dig up information on the case.
Directed by Tom DiCilloWritten by Lawrence KaplowGuest stars Dann Florek, Shiri Appleby, John Getz, Will Janowitz, Aaron Dean Eisenberg, Terry Serpico, Jolly Abraham, Kate Levy
Episode 9
When Rollins tries to help a friend press rape charges against her lover, she finds herself thrust into the middle of the case.
Directed by Steve ShillWritten by Julie Martin, Warren LeightGuest stars Dann Florek, Tamara Tunie, Dean Winters, Nia Vardalos, Amy Seimetz, Mel Harris, Thomas Sadoski, Geoffrey Cantor
Episode 10
When Detective Benson faces Lewis in the courtroom, the stress causes setbacks in her recovery; Benson is forced to reveal secrets.
Directed by Michael SlovisWritten by Julie Martin, Warren LeightGuest stars Dann Florek, Dean Winters, Pablo Schreiber, Bárbara Jimenez, Jolly Abraham, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Sarah Street, Sarah Bisman Storm
Episode 11
When a suspect is gravely injured and the case becomes a public spectacle, Amaro's badge is on the line; Cragen surprises everyone with an announcement.
Directed by Nick GomezWritten by Warren Leight, Julie Martin, Kevin FoxGuest stars Dann Florek, Dean Winters, Mel Harris, Gbenga Akinnagbe, Vicky Jeudy, Mary B. McCann, Nancy Ticotin, Tina Fabrique
Episode 12
When an underage runaway is found beaten and raped, the SVU team works with federal prosecutor Connie Rubirosa; ADA Barba suspects a cover-up when he fails to get the help he needs from Jersey law enforcement.
Directed by Jonathan HerronWritten by Julie Martin, Céline C. Robinson, Céline C. RobinsonGuest stars Matt Wood, Johnny M. Wu, Alana de la Garza, Stefanie Scott, Dayton Callie, Bill Sage, Mckean Rand, Geoffrey Wigdor
Episode 13
Amaro suspects the boyfriend of a missing girl is involved with a gang; Benson becomes the SVU's new sergeant.
Directed by Holly DaleWritten by Jill AbbinantiGuest stars Fiona Robert, Juan Castano, Armand Schultz, Cadden Jones, Alex Hernandez, Olivia Ford, Edwin Lee Gibson, Teresa Yenque
Episode 14
The already frantic search for a missing diabetic boy becomes more urgent when he is spotted with a couple known for child endangerment and pornography.
Directed by Laura BelseyWritten by Warren Leight, Peter Blauner, Peter BlaunerGuest stars Pablo Schreiber, Rosanna Arquette, John Benjamin Hickey, Jodie Markell, Constance Shulman, Giselle Eisenberg, Mark Boone Junior, Mimi Quillin
Episode 15
Popular comedian Josh Galloway is faced with student protestors after a set at Tompkins Square University. Though Barba can't arrest him for speaking his mind, he charges the SVU to find proof that Galloway's actions reflect his words. Meanwhile, a detective from Chicago seeks help from the NYPD. The crossover continues on Chicago P.D. S1E06 Conventions (II).
Directed by Alex ChappleWritten by Warren Leight, Julie Martin, Brianna Yellen, Brianna YellenGuest stars Dean Winters, Skyler Day, Jonathan Silverman, Laura Slade Wiggins, Victoria Rowell, Sal Governale, Justin Kruger, Patrick Thomas Cragin
Episode 16
Detective Rollins is contacted by a hometown friend when his son, a high school football star, goes missing in New York; Rollins seeks help with her escalating problems.
Directed by Jean de SegonzacWritten by Julie Martin, John Paul Roche, John Paul RocheGuest stars Thomas Sadoski, Greg Finley, Winston Duke, Glenn Fleary, Glenn Morshower, Eric Kappenberg, Luke Guidan, Ty King
Episode 17
When Rollins strikes a deal with the managers of a gambling club in order to protect her job, she ends up drawing the suspicion of Benson and Tutuola.
Directed by Alex ChappleWritten by Kevin Fox, Warren Leight, Julie MartinGuest stars Stefanie Scott, Lothaire Bluteau, Sherri Saum, Federico Dordei, Fernanda Andrade, Benny Nieves, Michael Potts, Caris Vujcec
Episode 18
A columnist who has been given access to the squad for a story declares a hate crime case a hoax, leaving the victim under media scrutiny and Benson fighting to get the case back on solid ground.
Directed by Mariska HargitayWritten by Warren Leight, Julie Martin, Peter BlaunerGuest stars Tamara Tunie, Alec Baldwin, Summer Bishil, Ami Brabson, Nick Mennell, Samrat Chakrabarti, Manish Dayal, Katie Couric
Episode 19
After a single mom is arrested for leaving her young daughter alone for days, Sgt. Benson suspects the woman may have been abused in her own childhood.
Directed by Adam BernsteinWritten by Warren Leight, Julie Martin, Jill AbbinantiGuest stars Dean Winters, David Pittu, Meghann Fahy, Daniel Stewart Sherman, Jeremy Shamos, Penny Balfour, Ella Anderson, Socorro Santiago
Episode 20
Benson is assigned a 24/7 security detail when William Lewis escapes from prison and starts killing again; Benson must decide how much she is willing to sacrifice to save a child's life.
Directed by Steve ShillWritten by Julie Martin, Warren LeightGuest stars Pablo Schreiber, Matt Wood, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Sarah Street, Sarah Bisman Storm, Alex Hernandez, Donal Logue, Lily Pilblad
Episode 21
Olivia Benson is investigated by Internal Affairs after William Lewis' death; as pressure mounts, Olivia has to choose between her convictions and her badge.
Directed by Michael SlovisWritten by Julie Martin, Warren LeightGuest stars Tamara Tunie, Pablo Schreiber, Sarah Bisman Storm, Allyson Morgan, Michael Potts, Donal Logue, Lily Pilblad, Nikki Estridge
Episode 22
Benson and Murphy question a television producer when he is accused of molesting his daughter; Benson strives to discover the truth as accusations fly in the media.
Directed by Alex ChappleWritten by Kevin Fox, Robert Brooks CohenGuest stars Donal Logue, Bradley Whitford, Samantha Mathis, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Emma Bell, Godfrey, Clare Foley, Julyana Soelistyo
Episode 23
Taking an active approach to catching sex offenders, the team targets a photographer with a secret life whose fantasies may have crossed into reality.
Directed by Adam BernsteinWritten by Warren Leight, Julie Martin, Peter Blauner, Peter BlaunerGuest stars BD Wong, Nia Vardalos, Donal Logue, Brian Baumgartner, Kate Blumberg, Welker White, Kimiko Glenn, Joshua Malina
Episode 24
Amaro must face the consequence of his reckless behavior; when an online ad for escorts leads to the rape and robbery of tourists, Benson discovers she has a connection to one of the suspect's.
Directed by Norberto BarbaWritten by Warren Leight, Julie Martin, Kevin Fox, Warren Leight, Julie MartinGuest stars Richard Belzer, Edwin Lee Gibson, Michael Potts, Donal Logue, Kate Blumberg, Joshua Malina, Emma Greenwell, Gavin-Keith Umeh
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Mariska HargitayOlivia Benson
Ice-TOdafin 'Fin' Tutuola
Christopher MeloniElliot Stabler
Danny PinoNick Amaro
Richard BelzerJohn Munch
Aimé Donna KellyRenee Curry
Dann FlorekDonald Cragen
Raúl EsparzaRafael Barba
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