Special Victims Unit: A Long-Running Crime Drama
Overview
Special Victims Unit (SVU), abbreviated as Law Order: SVU or SVU, is an American police procedural crime drama television series created by Dick Wolf that airs on NBC. It premiered on September 20, 1999, and is currently in its 24th season, making it one of the longest-running primetime dramas on American television.The Storyline
SVU follows the New York City Police Departments (NYPD) Special Victims Unit (SVU), a specially trained unit that investigates crimes involving sexual assault, child abuse, and domestic violence. The series stars Mariska Hargitay as Olivia Benson, a detective who has led the SVU since its inception. Other notable cast members include Ice-T as Odafin Tutuola, Dann Florek as Donald Cragen, and Richard Belzer as John Munch.
SVU has garnered critical acclaim for its realistic portrayal of sensitive crimes and its impact on the victims and their families. The series has also been praised for its strong female characters and its willingness to tackle difficult social issues.
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