Law & Order: Criminal Intent 2001
What is Law & Order: Criminal Intent?
Law and Order: Criminal Intent is an American police procedural drama television series set and primarily produced in New York City. Created and produced by Dick Wolf and Rene Balcer, the show premiered on September 30, 2001, as the third installment in the Law and Order franchise.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 195
- Runtime
- 42 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 30, 2001
- Last aired
- Jun 26, 2011
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- NBC, USA Network
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Law and Order: Criminal Intent is an American police procedural drama television series set and primarily produced in New York City. Created and produced by Dick Wolf and Rene Balcer, the show premiered on September 30, 2001, as the third installment in the Law and Order franchise. The series aired on NBC before concluding on June 26, 2011, on the USA Network. The program follows the NYPD elite Major Case Squad as they investigate high-profile crimes. Unlike previous entries in the franchise, the series distinguishes itself by showing events from the point of view of those involved in the crime, allowing viewers to see how each offense was planned and carried out. The detectives utilize advanced behavioral psychology and unconventional methods to solve their cases. The cast includes Vincent D'Onofrio, Kathryn Erbe, Jamey Sheridan, and Courtney B. Vance. Episodes were directed by individuals such as Frank Prinzi. The series is currently available for viewing on various streaming platforms, including Netflix and Prime Video.
Should you watch it?
“This police procedural explores the psychological motives of criminals through the eyes of the Major Case Squad.”
- unique criminal perspective
- strong character focus
- engaging psychological analysis
- intense themes
- procedural format may not suit everyone
Watch it if you enjoy crime dramas that prioritize the motivations of perpetrators alongside police investigative techniques.
The series features intense crime drama themes and depictions of criminal investigations.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 One Sep 30, 2001
- E2 Art Oct 7, 2001
- E3 Smothered Oct 14, 2001
- E4 The Faithful Oct 17, 2001
- E5 Jones Oct 21, 2001
- E6 The Extra Man Oct 28, 2001
- E7 Poison Nov 11, 2001
- E8 The Pardoner's Tale Nov 18, 2001
- E9 The Good Doctor Nov 25, 2001
- E10 Enemy Within Dec 9, 2001
- E11 The Third Horseman Jan 6, 2002
- E12 Crazy Jan 13, 2002
- E13 The Insider Jan 27, 2002
- E14 Homo Homini Lupis Mar 3, 2002
- E15 Semi-Professional Mar 10, 2002
- E16 Phantom Mar 17, 2002
- E17 Seizure Mar 31, 2002
- E18 Yesterday Apr 14, 2002
- E19 Maledictus Apr 21, 2002
- E20 Badge Apr 28, 2002
- E21 Faith Apr 28, 2002
- E22 Tuxedo Hill May 10, 2002
Season 2 · 23 episodes
- E1 Dead Sep 29, 2002
- E2 Bright Boy Oct 6, 2002
- E3 Anti-Thesis Oct 13, 2002
- E4 Best Defense Oct 20, 2002
- E5 Chinoiserie Oct 27, 2002
- E6 Malignant Nov 3, 2002
- E7 Tomorrow Nov 10, 2002
- E8 The Pilgrim Nov 17, 2002
- E9 Shandeh Dec 1, 2002
- E10 Con-Text Jan 5, 2003
- E11 Baggage Jan 12, 2003
- E12 Suite Sorrow Feb 2, 2003
- E13 See Me Feb 9, 2003
- E14 Probability Feb 16, 2003
- E15 Monster Mar 2, 2003
- E16 Cuba Libre Mar 9, 2003
- E17 Cold Comfort Mar 30, 2003
- E18 Legion Apr 6, 2003
- E19 Cherry Red Apr 27, 2003
- E20 Blink May 4, 2003
- E21 Graansha May 11, 2003
- E22 Zoonotic May 18, 2003
- E23 A Person of Interest May 18, 2003
Season 3 · 21 episodes
- E1 Undaunted Mettle Sep 28, 2003
- E2 Gemini Oct 5, 2003
- E3 The Gift Oct 12, 2003
- E4 But not Forgotten Oct 19, 2003
- E5 Pravda Oct 26, 2003
- E6 Stray Nov 2, 2003
- E7 A Murderer Among Us Nov 9, 2003
- E8 Sound Bodies Nov 16, 2003
- E9 Happy Family Nov 23, 2003
- E10 F.P.S. Jan 4, 2004
- E11 Mad Hops Jan 11, 2004
- E12 Unrequited Jan 18, 2004
- E13 Pas de Deux Feb 15, 2004
- E14 Mis-Labeled Feb 22, 2004
- E15 Shrink-Wrapped Mar 7, 2004
- E16 The Saint Mar 14, 2004
- E17 Conscience Mar 28, 2004
- E18 Ill-Bred Apr 18, 2004
- E19 Fico Di Capo May 9, 2004
- E20 D.A.W. May 16, 2004
- E21 Consumed May 23, 2004
Season 4 · 23 episodes
- E1 Semi-Detached Sep 26, 2004
- E2 The Posthumous Collection Oct 3, 2004
- E3 Want Oct 10, 2004
- E4 Great Barrier Oct 17, 2004
- E5 Eosphoros Oct 24, 2004
- E6 In the Dark Oct 31, 2004
- E7 Magnificat Nov 7, 2004
- E8 Silver Lining Nov 14, 2004
- E9 Inert Dwarf Nov 21, 2004
- E10 View from up Here Jan 2, 2005
- E11 Gone Jan 9, 2005
- E12 Collective Jan 30, 2005
- E13 Stress Position Feb 13, 2005
- E14 Sex Club Feb 20, 2005
- E15 Death Roe Mar 13, 2005
- E16 Ex Stasis Mar 20, 2005
- E17 Shibboleth Mar 27, 2005
- E18 The Good Child Apr 3, 2005
- E19 Beast Apr 10, 2005
- E20 No Exit May 1, 2005
- E21 The Unblinking Eye May 8, 2005
- E22 My Good Name May 15, 2005
- E23 False-Hearted Judges May 25, 2005
Season 5 · 22 episodes
- E1 Grow Sep 25, 2005
- E2 Diamond Dogs Oct 2, 2005
- E3 Prisoner Oct 9, 2005
- E4 Unchained Oct 16, 2005
- E5 Acts of Contrition Oct 23, 2005
- E6 In the Wee Small Hours (1) Nov 6, 2005
- E7 In the Wee Small Hours (2) Nov 6, 2005
- E8 Saving Face Nov 27, 2005
- E9 Scared Crazy Dec 4, 2005
- E10 Dollhouse Jan 8, 2006
- E11 Slither Jan 15, 2006
- E12 Watch Jan 22, 2006
- E13 Proud Flesh Mar 12, 2006
- E14 Wasichu Mar 19, 2006
- E15 Wrongful Life Mar 26, 2006
- E16 Dramma Giocoso Apr 9, 2006
- E17 Vacancy Apr 16, 2006
- E18 The Healer Apr 23, 2006
- E19 Cruise to Nowhere Apr 30, 2006
- E20 To the Bone May 7, 2006
- E21 On Fire May 14, 2006
- E22 The Good May 14, 2006
Frequently asked questions
Who created the series?
The series was created and produced by Dick Wolf and René Balcer.
When did the show air?
The series premiered on September 30, 2001, and concluded on June 26, 2011.
Where is the series set?
The show is set in New York City.
What is the focus of the series?
It follows the NYPD Major Case Squad as they use psychological approaches to solve crimes.
How does the storytelling differ from other series?
The show provides insight into the minds of criminals by showing crimes from their perspectives.