The release schedules for the upcoming season of Law and Order and its spin-offs in 2024 have been officially announced. The renowned Dick Wolf-produced franchise, which premiered in 1990, has expanded over the years with multiple spin-offs. After an 11-year hiatus, Season 21 aired in 2022, and now, the series is set to return with a 23rd season, alongside several other spin-offs.
Law and Order Season 23 Release
The original series will mark its return with a 23rd season in 2024. New episodes are scheduled to air every Thursday at 8 p.m on NBC. The first episode, titled “Freedom of Expression,” is set to air on January 18, followed by Episode 2 on January 25. The storyline revolves around the NYPD and the New York District Attorney’s department handling the aftermath of a school shooting, exploring the delicate balance between free speech and hate speech in a university setting.
Law and Order: SVU Season 25 Release
Law and Order: Special Victims Unit, the longest-running live-action spin-off in the United States, is back for its 25th season. Airing on Thursdays at 9 p.m. ET, the first two episodes debut on January 18 and January 25. Episode 1, titled “Tunnel Blind,” features an emotional moment for Detective Amanda Rollins and ADA Sonny Carisi, while Episode 2, “Truth Embargo,” sees Captain Olivia Benson teaming up with the FBI on a mysterious unsolved case.
Law & Order: Organized Crime Season 4 Release
Christopher Meloni returns in Law and Order: Organized Crime for Season 4, airing on Thursday nights at 10 p.m. ET on NBC. The season kicks off on January 18, with Episode 2 following on January 25. Episode 1, “Memory Lane,” explores Stabler’s adjustments at home after a dangerous undercover mission, introducing an AI tech program that could revolutionize police investigation. Episode 2, “Deliver Us From Evil,” delves into a deadly bombing and internal conflicts within Detective Jet Slootmaekers’ task force.
Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent Season 1 Release
A new addition to the franchise is Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent, starting its run on Thursday, February 22, on Citytv. Airing at 8 p.m. ET, this Canada-centric series boasts a fully Canadian cast and promises a 10-episode first season showcasing cases of corruption and criminality in Toronto based on real-world headlines.