: The only cast member to appear in all 24+ seasons. Her character evolved from Detective to Captain of the Manhattan SVU.
Benson reaches the rank of Captain. Season 24 features major shifts, including the marriage of Rollins and Carisi and Rollins' departure. : The only cast member to appear in all 24+ seasons
Following Meloni's exit, the show introduced new regulars like Rollins and Amaro and focused more on Benson's leadership and personal life. Season 24 features major shifts, including the marriage
: Benson's original partner for Seasons 1–12. He later returned to the franchise in 2021 for the spin-off Law & Order: Organized Crime . He later returned to the franchise in 2021
Defined by the "Benson and Stabler" partnership and gritty, case-of-the-week storytelling.
: A main cast member from Season 13 until her departure in the middle of Season 24.
: A long-time series regular (Seasons 4–12) and recurring forensic psychiatrist.