Law & Order is expanding into a new viewing space: a dedicated FAST channel.
NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution and L&O producer Wolf Entertainment are launching a free, ad-supported streaming channel dedicated to the long-running crime drama. The channel debuted Tuesday with seasons five through ten (1994-95 through 1999-2000) of the series on platforms including LG Channels, Pluto TV, Prime Video, The Roku Channel, Samsung TV Plus and Xumo Play.
The Law & Order channel is the first FAST outlet dedicated solely to the series, and also the first one NBCUniversal has rolled out a FAST channel on multiple platforms at once. The six seasons currently available span 141 episodes (about 27 percent of the show’s 523-episode catalog), with more to be added later this year. For the time being, the channel will only feature the original Law & Order and not other franchise entries like SVU and Criminal Intent.
“Law & Order fans are using every type of media today, and it makes sense for the series to be available wherever they want to watch it,” said Dick Wolf, creator and executive producer of Law & Order. “Our hope is that a new generation of viewers will discover Law & Order, and the fan base will continue to grow as we enter our 25th season.”
Season 25 of Law & Order is set to premiere Sept. 25 on NBC.
“We are thrilled that the legendary Law & Order will be joining our powerhouse lineup of FAST channels from the NBCUniversal content portfolio and are excited to bring this series to new and existing fans alike,” said Bruce Casino, executive vp sales and distribution, U.S. for NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution. “This further strengthens our longstanding partnership with Dick Wolf and Wolf Entertainment, whose storytelling continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. Our collaboration with our valued platform partners highlights our shared commitment to finding innovative ways to deliver compelling content to viewers.”
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