Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

10 Best Episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - Season 10

Since its premiere on NBC in 1999, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has aired 25 seasons of gripping, suspenseful, and often emotionally charged investigations into some of the most heinous felonies. This long-running series has built a reputation as one of the best crime dramas on television, captivating audiences with its intense, realistic storylines. With so many incredible episodes to choose from, it's no wonder that Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has remained a fan favorite for so long. In this article, we'll be ranking the best episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, looking at some of the show's most memorable and memorable moments.

From the heartbreaking cases to the intense and dramatic courtroom scenes, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has been responsible for some of the most gripping television of all time. From the show's earliest days to its most recent season, there have been some truly incredible episodes that have stood out from the rest. We'll be looking at some of the most memorable and impactful episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, ranked from best to worst.

From the iconic characters to the intense investigations, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit has made its mark on television as one of the best crime dramas ever. With so many great episodes to choose from, it can be difficult to pick out the best of the best. We'll be looking at some of the most acclaimed episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, ranking the best episodes from the show's 25 season run.

Written by Sophie and last updated on mar 28, 2024.

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#15 - Ballerina (Season 10 - Episode 16)

A single murder suddenly turns into a scene with three bodies, leaving Benson and Stabler to work with a strip club owner to find a murderer whose motive may be more about righteousness than perversity.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 214 votes.

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#14 - PTSD (Season 10 - Episode 9)

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The death of a marine who was pregnant by a rapist puts the unit at odds with the Pentagon when they fight to keep the case, and Benson's flashbacks of her own assault may further impede the investigation.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 216 votes.

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#13 - Confession (Season 10 - Episode 2)

Teenage boy Eric Byers admits himself into the squad room, and warns the team about an unnatural desire towards his younger stepbrother, Cory Kelly. Detective Elliot Stabler and Olivia Benson’s suspicions arise, and Eric admits to also looking at a website to try to curb his pedophilic urge. With no crime committed, the detectives decide to investigate this “self-help” website for pedophiles leading them to it’s creator, Jake Berlin. Eric’s rage induced stepfather is also questioned, and shortly after Eric is found missing. The detectives must race to place the clues together to find and stop Eric before any crime is committed.

The episode was rated 7.60 from 255 votes.

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#12 - Lead (Season 10 - Episode 15)

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When a pediatrician convicted of abusing patients is found dead, Stabler and Benson investigate and soon find ADA Cabot has a reason for becoming involved in the case.

The episode was rated 7.62 from 217 votes.

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#11 - Babes (Season 10 - Episode 6)

Stabler and Munch uncover a chastity club and a group of girls with a pregnancy pact at a high school where they came to investigate the death of a student.

The episode was rated 7.62 from 234 votes.

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#10 - Snatched (Season 10 - Episode 13)

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The mother of a kidnapped young girl points the detectives towards her father, an ex-con, but it is soon discovered that the grandfather is a master thief and has many enemies. However, because of Alzheimer's, the grandfather can't remember much of his past.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 219 votes.

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#9 - Trials (Season 10 - Episode 1)

After a young boy, Christopher Ryan, is caught driving a runaway van, Detective Elliot Stabler and Detective Benson take the seven year-old into questioning. When Christopher claims his foster parents, Gwen and Noah Sibert, bribe him in exchange for abusive medical testing, the detectives investigate his allegations.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 279 votes.

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#8 - Stranger (Season 10 - Episode 11)

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When a girl who vanished four years ago reappears, she claims to have been imprisoned and sexually abused. Benson and Stabler look into the case and find themselves having to sort through what was fact and what the girl made up.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 230 votes.

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#7 - Wildlife (Season 10 - Episode 7)

Stabler goes undercover to infiltrate a rare animal smuggling operation.

The episode was rated 7.67 from 224 votes.

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#6 - Crush (Season 10 - Episode 20)

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A teenage girl who sent text messages containing nude pictures of herself is found beaten up. She next faces a harsh sentence from a judge after being arrested for producing and distributing child pornography.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 209 votes.

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#5 - Baggage (Season 10 - Episode 18)

A turf war ensues when Stabler and Tutuola link an artist's murder to a serial killer, and the detective assigned to that case focuses more on their involvement in an investigation he believes belongs solely to him than on identifying the killer.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 212 votes.

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#4 - Persona (Season 10 - Episode 8)

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Benson finds herself going the extra mile to protect a woman abused by her spouse. The investigation turns up information regarding a long-forgotten case of 2nd degree murder and escape.

The episode was rated 7.77 from 214 votes.

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#3 - Liberties (Season 10 - Episode 21)

A favor for a judge who is hearing a harassment case sends Stabler and Benson to interview a death-row serial killer in order to determine the fate of his son.

The episode was rated 7.80 from 196 votes.

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#2 - Swing (Season 10 - Episode 3)

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Stabler is shocked when his daughter, Kathleen, becomes the suspect in an investigation to catch a trespasser. He seeks his estranged mother's help in dealing with his daughter's case.

The episode was rated 7.84 from 244 votes.

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#1 - Zebras (Season 10 - Episode 22)

In the Law & Order: Special Victims Unit episode "Zebras", the SVU team is thrown into high alert when a murder in Central Park involves a tourist. After bringing in a suspect for questioning, the suspect escapes, forcing Munch to reach out to an ex-wife for help in stopping another potential murder.

The episode is set against the backdrop of the bustling Central Park, with the crime scene at the heart of the action. The SVU team is faced with a difficult situation, as they must track down the suspect while also trying to prevent another potential killing. With the help of Munch's ex-wife, they must act quickly in order to bring the perpetrator to justice and keep the public safe.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 211 votes.

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