Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (SVU) has been a staple of primetime television since its debut in 1999. As the longest-running primetime live-action drama in American history, fans eagerly await updates on its future. With Season 26 having concluded on May 15, 2025, speculation is rife about whether Law & Order: SVU Season 27 is happening. Here’s everything we know so far.
Is Law & Order: SVU Renewed for Season 27?
Yes, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has officially been renewed for Season 27 by NBC. The announcement came in May 2025, alongside the renewal of the original Law & Order for its 25th season. This milestone renewal ensures that the beloved procedural will continue its legacy of tackling hard-hitting cases involving sexual crimes, child abuse, and domestic violence. The renewal follows a successful Season 26, which saw a 5% increase in viewership on Peacock and reached over 44 million viewers across linear and digital platforms.
When Will Law & Order: SVU Season 27 Premiere?
Although an exact premiere date for Season 27 has not yet been announced, NBC has affirmed that the series will return in Fall 2025 as part of the 2025–2026 television season. Historically, SVU premieres in late September or early October, with Season 26 debuting on October 3, 2024. Based on this pattern, fans can expect Season 27 to premiere around late September or early October 2025, airing on Thursdays at 9/8c on NBC, with episodes available to stream the next day on Peacock.
Where to Watch Law & Order: SVU Season 27
When Season 27 premieres, new episodes will air on NBC on Thursdays at 9/8c. For streaming, episodes will be available the next day on Peacock, where all previous seasons are also available for binge-watching.
