Law & Order: SVU fans are eagerly awaiting April 1, the day that promises to bring the reunion they’ve been dreaming of: Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and Elliot Stabler (Christopher Meloni) will finally be reunited. This date also marks the premiere of Meloni’s new spinoff, Law & Order: Organized Crime.
Anticipation Builds with New Photos Featuring Mariska Hargitay and Christopher Meloni
Ryan Buggle, who plays Captain Benson’s son, Noah Porter-Benson, recently shared some behind-the-scenes photos on social media, and one image in particular is sure to get fans buzzing. The photo features Buggle alongside Hargitay and Meloni, hinting at the epic reunion to come.
Elliot Stabler’s Return to ‘SVU’ Precedes ‘Organized Crime’ Premiere
Benson and Stabler were partners for over a decade, forming a strong bond and solving countless cases together. Their chemistry and partnership were a highlight of the show, making Stabler’s departure before season 13 due to contract negotiations a significant loss. Fans have longed for their reunion, and it’s finally happening in a special crossover event.
The crossover will begin on April 1 at 9 p.m. EST with Meloni’s return to SVU in episode 9 of season 22. Following this, Organized Crime will premiere at 10 p.m. EST, continuing the crossover storyline.
What to Expect from ‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’
Stabler returns under new circumstances, joining the organized crime division after a devastating personal loss. According to NBC, the series will see Stabler navigating a dramatically changed city and police department, aiming to find redemption and rebuild his life while leading a task force targeting the city’s most powerful crime syndicates.
Ryan Buggle Shares an Epic Photo with Hargitay and Meloni
Ryan Buggle’s recent social media post includes several behind-the-scenes images that are sure to excite fans. One photo shows Buggle in a blue cold-weather coat and hat, standing in front of chairs labeled “Law & Order Organized Crime.” Another image captures Buggle outside his trailer on set, labeled “Noah Benson.”
The highlight of the post is a photo featuring Buggle with Hargitay and Meloni. Hargitay, with a smile on her face and her arm on Buggle’s shoulder, stands next to Meloni, who has his hand on Buggle’s head while holding an umbrella. The snowy scene, with the crew visible in the background, captures a moment that fans have been eagerly anticipating.
Buggle captioned the post: “No joke, April 1st! 💙 #nbcsvu #organizedcrime,” confirming his appearance in the crossover episode of Organized Crime. Fans are thrilled at the prospect of seeing Benson and Stabler back together, interacting with Benson’s on-screen son.
This crossover event promises to be a significant moment for Law & Order fans, bringing together beloved characters and introducing exciting new storylines. If fans weren’t already excited about the reunion of Benson and Stabler, Buggle’s photos have certainly amplified the anticipation.