Teaser and Character Insights

Peacock has unveiled a brief 30-second teaser for Law & Order: Organized Crime, which showcases Elliot Stabler, portrayed by Christopher Meloni, recovering in the hospital following a serious incident involving his car. The emotional preview also highlights a visit from his longtime partner, Olivia Benson, played by Mariska Hargitay, as she offers support during his recovery.

The trailer culminates in a poignant moment, featuring a quick cut to a blank screen with the single name “Eliot,” before transitioning to a tender scene of Benson at Stabler’s bedside. For a glimpse of the teaser, watch it below:

Season Premieres and Guest Appearances

Hargitay’s appearance marks her 14th episode within the Law & Order: SVU franchise, and she will appear in the second episode of Season 5, set to stream on Peacock on April 17th. Notably, this season will also include contributions from Meloni, who is credited as a writer for the first time.

Photographs showcasing various guest appearances, including those featuring Hargitay and her interactions with Stabler’s superiors, Sgt. Ayana Bell (played by Daniel Monet Truitt) and his brother Randall (Dean Norris), have also been released by Peacock.

Plot Themes and Character Arcs

Season 5 explores intense topics such as smuggling operations and high-tech domestic terrorism, as Stabler seeks to dismantle criminal activities spanning the U.S. border. Additionally, the narrative will delve into the vendettas stemming from past events in Rome, offering a deeper connection to Stabler’s history and characterized challenges.

Cast and Production Team

This season will feature familiar faces alongside Stabler, including Rick Gonzalez and Ainsley Sager, as well as Nicky Torcher and Ellen Bertine reprising their roles as Stabler’s children, Eli and Mother Bernadette. Law & Order: Organized Crime continues under the auspices of Universal Television and Wolf Entertainment, with executive producers including Dick Wolf, Matt Olmsted, John Shevan, and Meloni.