Exciting Developments in Law & Order: Organized Crime Season 5
The anticipation for the fifth season of Law & Order: Organized Crime is reaching fever pitch, particularly following the release of the latest trailer showcasing Elliot Stabler, portrayed by Christopher Meloni. The suspense deepens as he is seen recovering in a hospital after a car accident where his vehicle was struck by another.
In a recent 30-second teaser released by Peacock, fans are treated to familiar visuals from the trailer, culminating in a poignant moment featuring Stabler and Olivia Benson, played by Mariska Hargitay. The clip concludes with Benson seated at Stabler’s bedside, gently calling his name. You can view the teaser using the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nBCMz7dUCs
Benson’s Return Marks a Significant Moment
Hargitay’s guest appearance in season five of Organized Crime counts as her 14th crossover from Law & Order: SVU. This eagerly awaited episode is set to air on April 17 on Peacock, coinciding with its broadcast premiere on NBC. Notably, Meloni will also make his writing debut with this episode, marking a significant milestone in his career.

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What to Expect in Season 5
As the first season produced exclusively for Peacock, Organized Crime will follow Stabler as he embarks on an undercover mission to dismantle a cross-border smuggling operation. Additionally, this season explores themes of advanced domestic terrorism and a relentless crime family seeking vengeance for past transgressions that Stabler committed in Rome.
Casting and Production Details
This season not only features Meloni and Hargitay but also showcases talents such as Rick Gonzalez and Ainsley Seiger. Fans can also expect appearances from Nicky Torchia and Ellen Burstyn as Stabler’s son Eli and his mother Bernadette, respectively. The series is produced by Universal Television and Wolf Entertainment, with notable executive producers including Dick Wolf, Matt Olmstead (episodes 507-510), John Shiban, Mike Slovis, Meloni, Peter Jankowski, and Tim Walsh (episode 510).
As viewers count down to the premiere, the excitement surrounding the intersection of these beloved characters and the unfolding narrative promises to deliver edge-of-your-seat drama.