Fri Mar 28 05:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Law & Order: SVU Takes a Short Break, But Returns April 3rd

**New York, NY** – Fans of NBC’s long-running crime drama *Law & Order: Special Victims Unit* will have to wait a bit longer for new episodes. The network announced a brief hiatus for the show, with no new episodes airing the week of March 27th. However, viewers can rest assured that the Emmy-nominated series will return with new episodes on Thursday, April 3rd at 9/8c on NBC.

Star Mariska Hargitay, who plays Captain Olivia Benson, recently reflected on her character’s 26-season journey, describing Benson as “a perfect feminist story” showcasing a woman’s growth into her power. Hargitay expressed her love for the show, her cast, and crew, highlighting the collaborative and supportive atmosphere on set.

New episodes will be available to stream on Peacock the day after they air on NBC. Peacock also offers a comprehensive library of *Law & Order* franchise content, including past seasons of *SVU*, *Law & Order*, *Organized Crime*, and *Criminal Intent*, perfect for fans looking to catch up or binge-watch.

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