Seasons 6-10 featured some of the show's most iconic episodes, including "Maternal Instinct" (Season 6, Episode 13), "Phobia" (Season 7, Episode 14), and "The Last One" (Season 10, Episode 22). This period also saw the rise of Chris Meloni's Elliot Stabler, who would become a fan favorite and a core member of the cast.
The series completed its initial run on May 24, 2010, after 20 seasons on NBC. Season 1 (1990): Introduced the original cast, including Sgt. Max Greevey ( George Dzundza ), Det. Mike Logan ( Chris Noth ), and E.A.D.A. Ben Stone ( Michael Moriarty The "Golden Age" Stars: Iconic long-running cast members included Jerry Orbach as Lennie Briscoe (Seasons 3–14), S. Epatha Merkerson as Lt. Anita Van Buren (Seasons 4–20), and Sam Waterston as Jack McCoy (Seasons 5–20). DVD Bundles: For those looking to own the original run, sites like Law & Order: The Complete Series (Seasons 1-20 Bundle) The Revival (Seasons 21–23 and beyond) Law Order 1990 Seasons 1 to 23 Complete Mixed...