Law and Order is one of the most successful and most regarded courtroom franchises in history and Special Victims Unit (SVU) is the best of them.
While the writing for SVU follows in the footsteps of the original Law and Order, it is the cast of SVU that really makes the show great and keeps me returning week after week.
Olivia, played by Marisa Hargitay, is probably the most influential cast member. Unlike most other crime dramas, Olivia is portrayed as a powerful and confident women rather than a sex object. More importantly, her co-workers treat her like a person. Even though she is very attractive physically, the show doesn't take advantage of this by adding in stupid comments and teasing that often find their way into most crime dramas (read: CSI, Las Vegas, House etc..)
Another thing I like about this show is the supporting cast. Ice T really shines as a cop with true street knowledge. Munch is the jaded investigator with a list of failed relationships and a dry humour that can make you laugh when you least expect.
There is really too much to write here.. the writing and the cast are all superb and I hope they continue this show long into the future. I just wish they would keep it at a timeslot I can keep track of. One of the few truly good shows on TV.
While the writing for SVU follows in the footsteps of the original Law and Order, it is the cast of SVU that really makes the show great and keeps me returning week after week.
Olivia, played by Marisa Hargitay, is probably the most influential cast member. Unlike most other crime dramas, Olivia is portrayed as a powerful and confident women rather than a sex object. More importantly, her co-workers treat her like a person. Even though she is very attractive physically, the show doesn't take advantage of this by adding in stupid comments and teasing that often find their way into most crime dramas (read: CSI, Las Vegas, House etc..)
Another thing I like about this show is the supporting cast. Ice T really shines as a cop with true street knowledge. Munch is the jaded investigator with a list of failed relationships and a dry humour that can make you laugh when you least expect.
There is really too much to write here.. the writing and the cast are all superb and I hope they continue this show long into the future. I just wish they would keep it at a timeslot I can keep track of. One of the few truly good shows on TV.
About The Show
A spinoff of the original NBC series "Law & Order," this series follows the detectives and prosecutors that work for the NYPD's elite Special Victims Unit as they investigate sex crimes, crimes involving children, and other especially heinous offenses perpetrated on the citizens on New York City.
A spinoff of the original NBC series "Law & Order," this series follows the detectives and prosecutors that work for the NYPD's elite Special Victims Unit as they investigate sex crimes, crimes involving children, …
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Have watched show since beginning. Would not miss an episode but find now that Meloni is not on my interest has …more»