Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

Season 23

TV-14

80%

Follows the New York City Police Department's (NYPD) Special Victims Unit (SVU), a specially trained squad of detectives who investigates sex crimes including rape, child sexual abuse, human trafficking and domestic violence.

Where to Watch Season 23

22 Episodes

And the Empire Strikes Back
E1
And the Empire Strikes BackAs the investigation into a sex-for-housing scheme expands, Benson's loyalty to Garland is tested. Rollins and Carisi try to keep their witnesses on board when a powerful congressman is identified as a suspect.
Never Turn Your Back on Them
E2
Never Turn Your Back on ThemThe search for a missing witness leads Fin and Kat down a dangerous path. Chief McGrath puts pressure on Garland and Benson to get a conviction.
I Thought You Were on My Side
E3
I Thought You Were on My SideBenson and Rollins must contend with the FBI and the Organized Crime bureau when a rape victim identifies a dangerous mobster as her assailant.
One More Tale of Two Victims
E4
One More Tale of Two VictimsThe SVU searches for a serial rapist who preys on mothers with young children. Benson and Fin struggle under the tightened reins of Chief McGrath.
Fast Times @TheWheelHouse
E5
Fast Times @TheWheelHouseThe SVU faces the fury of social media fans when they arrest two popular influencer brothers.
The Five Hundredth Episode
E6
The Five Hundredth EpisodeAmaro returns to ask the SVU for help in clearing a convicted man's name and brings a figure from Benson's past back into her life.
They'd Already Disappeared
E7
They'd Already DisappearedWhen a teenage sex worker disappears, Rollins and Velasco find a key clue in a pile of neglected missing persons reports.
Nightmares in Drill City
E8
Nightmares in Drill CityA fringe, possibly trafficked 17-year-old leads her rap crew to a rival's hideout under the guise of a hookup text. Homicide gets involved, and her mere involvement vs. masterminding come to question.
People vs. Richard Wheatley (I)
E9
People vs. Richard Wheatley (I)Carisi tries Richard Wheatley for the murder of Kathy Stabler. Benson finds herself at odds with a friend when Barba agrees to take the case. The crossover continues on Law & Order: Organized Crime S02E09 The Christmas Episode (II).
Silent Night, Hateful Night
E10
Silent Night, Hateful NightThe SVU is called in to help investigate a wave of hate crimes on Christmas Eve. Rollins catches up with an old flame.
Burning with Rage Forever
E11
Burning with Rage ForeverA boy disappears after meeting up with an online gamer; Benson suspects her son is being bullied.
Tommy Baker's Hardest Fight
E12
Tommy Baker's Hardest FightWhen a popular fighter doesn't show up for the biggest bout of the year, Rollins and Velasco are drawn into a complicated web of secrets. McGrath confides in Benson.
If I Knew Then What I Know Now
E13
If I Knew Then What I Know NowAfter a woman disappears, the squad notice similarities to a 20 year old DV case. Rollins and Carisi's relationship faces a challenge.
Video Killed the Radio Star
E14
Video Killed the Radio StarBenson investigates allegations against a popular radio personality. Rollins goes undercover when a shocking confession leads to another crime.
Promising Young Gentleman
E15
Promising Young GentlemanCarisi's niece helps a friend report a sexual assault. Benson investigates a college's secret society that preys on female students.
Sorry If It Got Weird for You
E16
Sorry If It Got Weird for YouThe creator of a dating app is accused of using it to rape women. Velasco's experience as an SVU detective is put on trial.
Once Upon a Time in El Barrio
E17
Once Upon a Time in El BarrioVelasco asks Benson for help finding three girls who were trafficked from his hometown to New York City.
Eighteen Wheels a Predator
E18
Eighteen Wheels a PredatorRollins and Fin investigate an assault in Kentucky that has striking similarities to a victim found in Central Park. Benson receives intel that turns the case upside down.
Tangled Strands of Justice
E19
Tangled Strands of JusticeGarland asks Benson to reopen a missing persons case he worked as a rookie officer. A victim in one of Carisi's recent cases is arrested.
Did You Believe in Miracles? (I)
E20
Did You Believe in Miracles? (I)When a student’s school reports a girl missing, the squad must track down a trusted family friend for answers. Benson gets a Mother’s Day surprise. The crossover continues on Law & Order: Organized Crime S02E20 Lost One (II).
Confess Your Sins to Be Free
E21
Confess Your Sins to Be FreeWhen the only evidence in a crime is a church confession, Carisi must find another way to prove his suspect guilty. Benson agrees to meet with Burton, who seeks to make amends for past transgressions.
A Final Call at Forlini's Bar
E22
A Final Call at Forlini's BarThe SVU provides help and protection for a longtime domestic violence victim, but when she winds up at the defendant's table in court, Rollins surprises Carisi with a formidable opponent at trial.