EXCLUSIVE: NBC ‘s Law & Order: SVU has added Juliana Aidén Martinez ( Griselda ) to its Season 26 cast as a new detective; Kevin Kane has been upped to a series regular as Det. Terry Bruno. The new season begins Oct.

3 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and next day on Peacock.

Kane debuted in the role in Season 24, however, he has played other minor characters in seasons 9, 13, 17 and 20. He last appeared last season in episode 13. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit follows detectives from the Special Victims Unit as they investigate and prosecute sexually based crimes.

Some episodes are loosely based on real crimes that have been ripped from the headlines. Related Stories News 2024 Premiere Dates For New & Returning Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming News LeBron James Named Team USA Flagbearer At Paris Olympics The fight for justice never ends as Captain Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and her squad provide a tireless voice for the voiceless. Benson’s compassion for victims and pledge to protect the innocent stand as a beacon of hope for all.

SVU also stars Ice T, Peter Scanavino and Octacio Pisano, among others. Dick Wolf is creator and executive producer of Law & Order: SVU . David Graziano, Julie Martin, Mariska Hargitay, Norberto Barba, Kenneth Brown and Peter Jankowski executive produce.

The series is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, and Wolf Entertainment. Martinez is a Colombian-American actress best known for her breakout role in.