NBC Universal announced today that it is canceling its long-running crime drama “Law & Order” after the 20th season which ends Monday, May 24th on KOAA/Channel 5. The network also announced the renewal of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” and the pickup of a new show, “Law & Order: Los Angeles”.
“‘Law & Order’ has been one of the most successful franchises in the history of television, which is why it is so critical that we continue this important brand and our relationship with Dick Wolf and his team with ‘LOLA’ and ‘Law & Order: SVU”, said Angela Bromstad, President, Primetime Entertainment, NBC and Universal Media Studios.
The show tied “Gunsmoke” as the longest-running drama series in television history
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NBC cancels “Law & Order” – Springs TV Talk : Colorado Springs Gazette, CO
