The BEST episodes of Law & Order season 24

Every episode of Law & Order season 24, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Law & Order season 24!

A blended police procedural and courtroom drama which employs a two-part approach: The first half of each episode focuses on NYPD homicide detectives investigating a crime—often derived from a real-life headline—and apprehending a suspect. The second half takes place in the courtroom, with the district attorney prosecuting the defendant.

Last Updated: 1/8/2025Network: NBCStatus: Continuing

7.72

149 votes

#1 - Catch and Kill

Season 24 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/3/2024

When a Brooklyn prosecutor is found slain in her apartment, Maroun takes drastic action to convince an eyewitness to come forward. Riley struggles to adjust to the new lieutenant in charge.

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7.68

124 votes

#2 - Bad Apple

Season 24 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/21/2024

After a narcotics officer is shot in the back, Brady returns to her old precinct to investigate the murder. When the suspect's story doesn't add up, she enlists Shaw and Riley to discover the truth.

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7.61

147 votes

#3 - The Perfect Man

Season 24 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/10/2024

When the founder of an AI-infused dating app is murdered, Shaw and Riley delve into who would want the love-obsessed man dead. Capt. Benson surprises Price and Maroun when she becomes a witness for the defense.

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7.61

125 votes

#4 - Report Card

Season 24 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/31/2024

A student is accused of killing his teacher. When the suspect's age puts the case in limbo, Price and Maroun put the school's policies on trial. Shaw's attempts to connect with the suspect backfire.

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7.57

136 votes

#5 - Big Brother

Season 24 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/17/2024

Riley's personal and professional lives clash when his brother is connected to a murder investigation. Price takes a chance on a witness who can testify to a hidden motive.

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7.39

132 votes

#6 - Time Will Tell

Season 24 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/7/2024

When the dean of a swanky prep school is murdered, Shaw and Riley must dig into the toxic system of pressure on the students to succeed. Brady's son asks for a favor.

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7.38

136 votes

#7 - The Meaning of Life

Season 24 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/24/2024

When a bomb goes off in a brownstone, Shaw and Riley must determine which of its inhabitants -- an author or fertility doctor -- was the target. Price and Maroun try to bring murder charges against the suspect, even though the victim is still alive.

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7.09

128 votes

#8 - Truth and Consequences

Season 24 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2024

When tragedy strikes the family of a prominent judge, Brady must determine if the murder is connected to any of the judge's rulings. Baxter steps in when a key witness refuses to testify. Maroun tries to protect another witness's privacy.

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