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S1·E8 Stalked

Episode
Season 1, Episode 8
Air Date
November 22, 1999
Runtime
44 minutes
Director
Peter Medak
Writer
Roger Garrett
Score
7.8/10 (20 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Main Arc (Crucial)
Mytharc Aired November 22, 1999 44 min ★ 7.8/10 · 20 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Contains pivotal narrative twists, canonical lore revelations, or major character shifts.

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Synopsis

When an assistant district attorney is found raped and murdered in Central Park, the Special Victims Unit learn that she'd been stalked by a real estate agent whom she'd convicted of date rape. Benson lets her emotions get the best of her as she takes it upon herself to bring the suspected rapist to justice. Stabler tries to get the man's business partner to help him, but Benson may be the one who ends up needing help.

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Episode recap

In this episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, the team investigates the rape and murder of an assistant district attorney found in Central Park. The victim had previously convicted a real estate agent of date rape, and it is discovered that the agent had been stalking her.

Detective Benson becomes emotionally invested in the case, taking it upon herself to bring the suspected rapist to justice. Her actions cause concern among her colleagues, who worry that she may be letting her emotions cloud her judgment.

Meanwhile, Detective Stabler attempts to gather information from the business partner of the suspected rapist, but Benson's actions may ultimately require her to seek help from her colleagues. The episode explores the complexities of Benson's character and her ability to navigate the challenges of her job while maintaining her personal integrity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 8 of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit air?

Season 1, Episode 8 ('Stalked') originally aired on November 22, 1999.

How long is Season 1 Episode 8 ('Stalked')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.

What happens in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 1 Episode 8?

When an assistant district attorney is found raped and murdered in Central Park, the Special Victims Unit learn that she'd been stalked by a real estate agent whom she'd convicted of date rape. Benson lets her emotions get the best of her as she takes it upon herself to bring the suspected rapist to...

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