Meloni, Hargitay, Florek Reunite Filming Law & Order SVU Season 27

Christopher Meloni reunited with Mariska Hargitay on the set of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit season 27, delighting fans eager to see their characters, Elliot Stabler and Olivia Benson, together again after Meloni's departure in season 12. Meloni shared photos on Instagram showing warm moments with Hargitay and fellow SVU alum Dann Florek, who also returned to the show, sparking excitement about his presence in the new season. The 27th season, premiering September 25, 2025, marks Meloni's official return to SVU, alongside cast and production changes including the exit of some regulars and the promotion of others, with Michele Fazekas as the new showrunner. Meloni's return follows previous guest appearances and spinoff work on Law & Order: Organized Crime, and his character's storyline has included significant moments with Hargitay's Olivia Benson, including a highly anticipated near-romantic scene. The reunion has been praised for its on- and off-camera chemistry, and fans continue to hope for more regular appearances and further development of their characters' relationship. This return is part of NBC's renewed commitment to the Law & Order franchise, which remains highly popular across broadcast and streaming platforms.