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SVU Defies Time: Renewed for Historic 28th Season
16 Apr
Summary
- Law & Order: SVU will return for its 28th season next fall.
- The series is experiencing its best performance on Peacock.
- SVU remains NBC's top drama for adults 18-49 in multi-platform viewing.
Law & Order: SVU has secured a renewal for its 28th season, further cementing its status as the longest-running primetime drama on broadcast television.
The crime drama, starring Mariska Hargitay, is currently enjoying its most successful season on Peacock, showing a 27% increase in viewership compared to the previous year. It consistently ranks as a Top 10 program on the platform and serves as NBC's most-watched series for next-day viewing.
SVU continues to be NBC's number one drama for the key 18-49 demographic across multiple platforms. Significantly, after 27 seasons, the show maintains a mid-tier budget of $5 million to $6 million, ensuring its continued production viability.
Decisions regarding other series within the Law & Order franchise are still pending. The original "mothership" series, currently in its 25th season, is under evaluation alongside other dramas. NBC is expected to finalize its 2026-27 schedule by May 11, with potential decisions on bubble series possibly delayed.
