<figure class="wp-caption alignleft" id="attachment_170993" style="width: 350px;"><figcaption class="wp-caption-text" id="caption-attachment-170993">LAW & ORDER — Pictured: (l-r) Reid Scott as Detective Vincent Riley, Maura Tierney as Lieutenant Jessica Brady, Hugh Dancy as A.D.A. Nolan Price, Odelya Halevi as A.D.A. Samantha Maroun, Tony Goldwyn as District Attorney Nicholas Baxter — (Photo by: Virginia Sherwood/NBC)</figcaption></figure>

For more than three decades, Law & Order has been one of television’s most enduring and influential franchises. Known for its fast-paced storytelling and signature “ripped from the headlines” style, each episode tackles a crime from investigation to prosecution in just one hour. But as actors Hugh Dancy and Odelya Halevi explain, the long-running NBC drama has always been about more than just cases and courtroom dramam it’s also about the people behind the badges, the choices they make, and the moral gray areas they navigate.

Character Depth in the Fast-Paced World of Law & Order

With so much happening each week, some viewers might assume there’s little time for character development. But during a recent sit-down with Hugh Dancy and Odelya Halevi, the stars shared how Law & Order still makes room for emotional storytelling — even amid its fast-paced, case-of-the-week format.

They spoke about how the show gives viewers glimpses into who these characters really are, beyond their job titles and courtroom battles. Whether it’s a moral dilemma or a quiet personal moment, those human elements, they say, are what deepen the impact of each episode and keep fans coming back.

Watch the clip below as Dancy and Halevi discuss how character-driven moments shape the heart of the series.

How Law & Order Became a Crime Drama Legacy

Since its debut in 1990, Law & Order has remained a cornerstone of network television. Its unique “two-part” format — police investigating crimes and prosecutors pursuing justice — set a template for countless other procedurals. Yet what has helped the series endure, according to its stars, is its human side.

By weaving in character arcs alongside gripping cases, the show has built a loyal audience that spans generations.

When and where to watch

New episodes of Law & Order air Thursdays at 8/7c on NBC. For those who prefer streaming, episodes become available the following day on Peacock.

With its blend of high-stakes cases and character-driven moments, Law & Order continues to prove why it’s one of the most iconic dramas in television history.

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