Is Law & Order Airing a New Episode Tonight? (April 2, 2026)
Season 25 of Law & Order is back with a new episode tonight on NBC.
Whether it's a chilling Law & Order guest star sending the squad on a wild goose chase or a grim ripped-from-headlines courtroom showdown that keeps us gripped to the final Dun Dun , Season 25 of Law & Order has been delivering all of the twists and turns worthy of a milestone season.
Along the way, viewers have enjoyed getting to get a bigger glimpse into the personal lives of the detectives and lawyers. From budding relationships out of the courtroom to challenges among their families, the hurdles have been chaotic outside of the precinct.
"There's something very, very special about being part of this franchise," David Ajala told NBC Insider while chatting about settling into the squad as Detective Theo Walker on Season 25 of the NBC nail-biter . "Because when you're out in New York City, and you're shooting scenes, people recognize it, you know? They recognize the show, they recognize the actors, and it means a lot to them, and they like to take photos and videos. And to be part of something that is so well-loved is very special."
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After a brief hiatus, viewers can't wait to catch up with the fearless squad for another goosebump-inducing Law & Order Thursday. Read on for everything you need to know to watch tonight's all-new episode of Law & Order .
Detective Vincent Riley (Reid Scott) and Detective Theo Walker (David Ajala) appear in Law & Order Season 25 Episode 7.
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Is Law & Order new tonight, April 2, 2026?
Yes, Law & Order will be airing a new episode tonight at 8/7c on NBC .
The logline for tonight's episode of Law & Order — Season 25, Episode 16 ("Fate's Cruel Joke") — reads: "After a woman's body is discovered in a suitcase, Price and Maroun disagree over the charges to bring against the prime suspect; Riley faces scrutiny when he's involved in an on-duty car accident."
Law & Order Season 25 Is Here!
The 27th Precinct has been busier than ever on Law & Order Season 25, with new episodes airing on Thursdays at 8/7c on NBC and the next day on Peacock
Season 25 stars Maura Tierney , Tony Goldwyn , Hugh Dancy , Odelya Halevi , Reid Scott , David Ajala , and Connie Shi .
This season, Lt. Jessica Brady and Detective Vincent Riley have more hands on deck with the arrival of Detective Theo Walker . Over in the D.A.'s office, Nicholas Baxter , Nolan Price , and Samantha Maroun continue to tackle each complex case that comes across their desks.
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A.D.A. Samantha Maroun (Odelya Halevi), A.D.A. Nolan Price (Hugh Dancy), and District Attorney Nicholas Baxter (Tony Goldwyn) appear on Law & Order Season 25 Episode 1 "Street Justice".
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When do new episodes of Law & Order Season 25 air?
New episodes of Law & Order Season 25 air on Thursdays at 8/7c on NBC and will be available to stream the next day on Peacock .
The logline for next week's episode of Law & Order — Season 25, Episode 17 ("Beyond Measure") — reads: "Riley and Walker investigate the murder of a beloved museum security guard and the theft of a priceless artifact; Baxter and Price must balance their pursuit of justice with public pressure to return the artifact."
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Detective Vincent Riley (Reid Scott) and Lieutenant Jessica Brady (Maura Tierney) appear on Law & Order Season 25 Episode 12.
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Where can I watch old episodes of Law & Order ?
Law & Order fans can stream Seasons 13 through 20, Season 23, and Season 24 of Law & Order — as well as SVU , Law & Order: Organized Crime , and Law & Order: Criminal Intent — on Peacock .
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Television titan Dick Wolf has been captivating audiences for decades, celebrating 35 years of franchise thrills and chills across Law & Order and SVU 's mythic primetime tenure.
"I woke up the other day and realized, 'My God, it's been 35 years since the start of Law & Order ," Wolf told the L.A. Times in September 2025. "I remember the day after it went on and the reviews came in... They were all raves, four stars. It was unbelievable... To say I was born under a lucky star would be a massive understatement. It's been surprising and gratifying."
