In cases ripped from the headlines, police investigate serious and often deadly crimes, weighing the evidence and questioning the suspects until someone is taken into custody. The district attorney's office then builds a case to convict the perpetrator by proving the person guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Working together, these expert teams navigate all sides of the complex criminal justice system to make New York a safer place.
Written by Sophie and last updated on Apr 24, 2024.
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McCoy prosecutes a famous basketball star accused of murdering a man who was suing him because of a massive brawl between players and fans.
The episode was rated 7,58 from 73 votes.
When the investigation into the contract killing of a jeweler uncovers his plan to roll over on his Russian mob connections to a federal prosecutor, as well as an unhappy wife whom he refused to divorce, McCoy must determine who financed the hit.
The episode was rated 7,61 from 79 votes.
The investigation into a fatal traffic accident leads Fontana and Green to a slaughtered hunting party in the woods and an unknown man who may have been pursuing vigilante justice.
The episode was rated 7,62 from 77 votes.
After a man causes a massive train crash that results in multiple deaths, McCoy tries to prosecute him for murder despite his insanity defense. But McCoy finds himself hampered by a defense attorney whose own agenda may undercut that of his client.
The episode was rated 7,65 from 77 votes.
The prosecution of a drug trafficker responsible for a stash house massacre is hampered when McCoy discovers that the defendant claims diplomatic immunity, and has been working as an undercover operative aiding the U.S. military in Afghanistan.
The episode was rated 7,65 from 84 votes.
A conservative talk show host involved in a sexual harassment scandal is murdered, but the trail leads to the victim's wife and an obsessed stalker.
The episode was rated 7,66 from 76 votes.
When a rap producer is found shot to death in his studio, detectives focus on his protege, whose demos link him and a friend to a second murder. As the investigation unfolds, Southerlyn's opinions put her sharply at odds with both McCoy and Branch.
The episode was rated 7,70 from 84 votes.
When a TV network executive is found murdered, Detectives Fontana and Green suspect a pair of twins who were stealing from the organization until they discover a celebrity chef with whom the married victim shared an affair. The nimble and charming chef is adroit at cultivating relationships with judges and juries alike, but prosecutor McCoy intends to reveal that the suspect's cooking show was about to be cancelled by his late lover.
The episode was rated 7,73 from 75 votes.
Police and prosecutors go after a fanatical cult leader who encourages sex with children among her followers.
The episode was rated 7,74 from 84 votes.
When Fontana and Falco investigate an arson which caused the death of a firefighter, they discover a murder weapon tied to a nine year old murder and a hate crime in which the defendent attempts to have his case dismissed because he became a born again Christian after committing the murder.
The episode was rated 7,77 from 82 votes.
After Green goes undercover to gather evidence on the gun dealers who murdered two detectives during a buy-and-bust, McCoy is able to connect the hit men to the attorney who paid them to avenge the death of his gun-running stepson at the hands of the same detectives during a similar buy-and-bust several years earlier.
The episode was rated 7,79 from 85 votes.
The investigation into the murder of a wealthy husband leads to the uncovering of a conspiracy involving infidelity and greed and leads to one defendant attempting to evade justice by killing the other.
The episode was rated 7,80 from 85 votes.
Fontana and Green are baffled by a series of flu-related deaths until they discover that the victims were given fake vaccine. McCoy goes after the con man who distributed the vaccine for murder.
The episode was rated 7,81 from 85 votes.
The bludgeoned corpse of a promiscuous lawyer is found in her office and detectives treat her former lovers as suspects until DNA evidence points to a co-worker. This crossover continues on Law & Order: Trial By Jury S01E08 Skeleton (II).
The episode was rated 7,81 from 80 votes.
In this gripping episode of Law & Order titled "Sport of Kings," Fontana and Falco find themselves thrust into the thrilling and vibrant world of horse racing. The shooting of a Panamanian jockey sets off a chain of events that uncovers a shocking truth - the owner of the horse used stolen funds to make the purchase. As the detectives delve deeper into the case, they must navigate the complex web of deceit and corruption that surrounds the world of high-stakes horse racing. With twists and turns at every corner, this episode will keep you on the edge of your seat.
As Fontana and Falco dig deeper into the investigation, they encounter a cast of colorful characters who all seem to be hiding something. From shady trainers to wealthy owners, everyone has a motive to keep the truth hidden. With each interview and clue, the detectives uncover more secrets and lies, leading them closer to the truth behind the shooting. But will they be able to bring the real culprits to justice before more lives are put at risk?
"Sport of Kings" is a thrilling episode that not only explores the world of horse racing but also delves into the dark underbelly of greed and deception. With its fast-paced plot and engaging characters, this episode is sure to leave you guessing until the very end. So saddle up and get ready for a wild ride as Fontana and Falco race against time to solve this captivating case.
The episode was rated 7,82 from 78 votes.
