NBC has renewed “Law & Order: SVU” for a 21st season, making it the longest running drama series on prime-time television.
"This incredible run is an example of what happens when producers, writers and actors all come together and create a show that, year after year, speaks to its audience in a powerful way," Paul Telegdy and George Cheeks, co-chairmen of NBC Entertainment, told the Hollywood Reporter. "We couldn't be more proud of this remarkable achievement."
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The previous record of 20 seasons was shared with “Gunsmoke,” which aired from 1955 to 1975, and the parent show of “SVU,” “Law & Order,” which ended in 2010.
“The Simpsons,” with 657 episodes over 30 seasons, is the all-time leader and still has two more seasons planned.
“SVU,” so far, has 452 episodes.