Rick Gonzalez Talks ‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’

Rick Gonzalez plays Bobby Reyes in Law & Order: Organized Crime, which is in its fifth season. New episodes stream weekly, Thursdays on Peacock. I caught up with the actor to discuss the experience of evolving with his character, Bobby’s goodbye scene with Jet, the franchise’s truthful storytelling, and more.

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Danielle Moné Truitt on Leading the ‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’ Squad

Danielle Moné Truitt is back as Sergeant Ayanna Bell in the fifth season of Law & Order: Organized Crime, which premieres Thursday, April 17, with the first two episodes on Peacock. After that, new episodes will be released weekly, and the first episode will also air at 10 PM on NBC.

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‘Interior Chinatown’ vs the “Chinatown Episodes” of ‘NYPD Blue’ and ‘Law & Order’

Part II of a three-part series looking at the Hulu series Interior Chinatown in relation to the Asian American-themed media it references, satirizes, and interpolates. The meta-comedic film-set motif of the show pointedly focuses on the “Chinatown Episode” featured in numerous crime-procedural shows, in which the protagonists investigate a murder in Chinatown, which brings them into contact with Asian exotica, typically at the rate of 1.5 murders per season.

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NOC Exclusive Clip: Velasco Has an Undercover Date on Tonight’s ‘Law & Order: SVU’

Since Halloween falls on a Law & Order Thursday, The Nerds of Color has a fun treat to share: an exclusive clip from tonight’s new episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit featuring Octavio Pisano, Kevin Kane, and Juliana Aidén Martinez! You can watch episode 26×05, “Economics of Shame,” at 9 PM ET/PT on NBC and streaming on Peacock.

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NOC Exclusive Clip: Get Ready for the Season 25 Finale of ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’

Before the season 25 finale of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, The Nerds of Color has an exclusive first look at the episode, which is titled, “Duty to Hope.” To watch, fans can tune in tonight at 9 PM on NBC and stream the next day on Peacock.

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Peter Scanavino Talks ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ and Carisi’s Next Chapter

Peter Scanavino stars as Assistant District Attorney Dominick “Sonny” Carisi on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. New episodes of season 25 air Thursdays on NBC at 9 PM ET as well as stream on Peacock. The series has already been renewed for season 26.

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Octavio Pisano and Kevin Kane Discuss 25 Years of ‘Law & Order: SVU’ at Olivia Benson Plaza

While at the Olivia Benson Plaza’s opening day in NYC, I spoke with Law & Order: Special Victims Unit stars Octavio Pisano and Kevin Kane, who portray Detective Joe Velasco and Detective Terry Bruno. The incredible experience celebrated the 25th anniversary of the beloved series with photo opportunities, complimentary beverages inspired by fan-favorite characters from the Benson & Co. Coffee truck, and much more.

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NOC Exclusive Clip: Jet Has a Friendly Reminder for Stabler in ‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’

Ahead of tonight’s new episode of Law & Order: Organized Crime, “Beyond The Sea,” The Nerds of Color has an exclusive clip to share featuring Christopher Meloni, Ainsley Seiger, and Rick Gonzalez! Make sure to tune in at 10 PM ET on NBC and streaming on Peacock.

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Odelya Halevi on Why She’s Proud to Be Part of ‘Law & Order’ and Maroun’s Empathy

Odelya Halevi stars as ADA Samantha Maroun on Law & Order. New episodes of season 23 air Thursdays on NBC at 8 PM ET and are available to stream on Peacock.

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NOC Exclusive Clip: Here’s Your First Look at Tonight’s New Episode of ‘Law & Order: SVU’

It’s time for another Law & Order Thursday! You can watch tonight’s new episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit at 9 PM ET on NBC but before that, The Nerds of Color has your first look at 24×18, “Bubble Wrap,” featuring Mariska Hargitay, Ice-T, Peter Scanavino, and guest star Michelle Gomez.

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NOC Exclusive Clip: ADA Maroun Makes a Promise on Tonight’s ‘Law & Order’

Law & Order Thursday starts off tonight at 8 PM on NBC with a new Law & Order. The Nerds of Color is thrilled to share an exclusive first look at episode 22×11, “Second Chance.”

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Kelli Giddish Breaks Down Her Final Episode of ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’

For the last 12 years, Kelli Giddish has brought the character of Detective Amanda Rollins to life on NBC’s Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, which is the longest-running primetime live-action series of all time. In the ninth episode of season 24, “And A Trauma In A Pear Tree,” fans said a tearful goodbye to the beloved character.

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Ice-T on His Incredible ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ Journey

Ice-T portrays Sergeant Odafin “Fin” Tutuola on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. New episodes of season 24 air Thursday nights at 9 PM ET on NBC. It is the longest-running primetime live-action series of all time, and the legendary rapper recently became the longest-running male actor in television history for the role. While covering the Law & Order Season Premiere red carpet, we had a great discussion about his time on the show.

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‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’ Cast Discusses Dream Storylines, Fans, and More

Law & Order: Organized Crime is back for season 3 with new episodes airing Thursday nights at 10 PM ET on NBC. While covering the Law & Order Season Premiere red carpet, I had the chance to speak with Ainsley Seiger, Danielle Moné Truitt, Rick Gonzalez, and Brent Antonello about the series and much more!

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The Cast of ‘Law & Order’ on Bringing Back the Iconic NBC Series

Law & Order is back for season 22 with new episodes airing Thursday nights at 8 PM ET. While covering the Law & Order Season Premiere red carpet, I had the opportunity to interview Camryn Manheim, Sam Waterston, Hugh Dancy, Odelya Halevi, and Mehcad Brooks.

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Octavio Pisano Talks ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ on the Season Premiere Red Carpet

Octavio Pisano plays Detective Joe Velasco on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. New episodes of season 24 air Thursday nights at 9 PM ET on NBC. It is the longest-running primetime live-action series of all time. During the Law & Order Season Premiere red carpet, I had the opportunity to interview the actor!

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‘Law & Order,’ ‘Organized Crime,’ and ‘SVU’ Stars Preview the Crossover Premiere Event

The new seasons of Law & Order, Law & Order: Organized Crime, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit premiere tonight on NBC. This will mark a historic crossover, bringing all three of the brand’s casts together for a special night on television. At the Law & Order Season Premiere red carpet, I discussed the event with Ice-T, Hugh Dancy, Danielle Moné Truitt, Octavio Pisano, Sam Waterston, Ainsley Seiger, and Camryn Manheim.

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Mariska Hargitay on the Power of Olivia Benson and ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’

Mariska Hargitay executive produces and stars as Captain Olivia Benson in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. The new season premieres on Thursday, September 22 on NBC and marks a historic crossover event, bringing all three of the brand’s casts together for a special night. To celebrate, I covered the Law & Order Season Premiere red carpet and spoke with Hargitay!

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Christopher Meloni Discusses ‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’

While covering the 2022 NBCUniversal Upfront Red Carpet, I had the chance to interview the amazing Christopher Meloni about all things NBC’s Law & Order: Organized Crime and the character of Elliot Stabler. The series will return for a third season in Fall 2022 on Thursdays at 10 PM ET.

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Ainsley Seiger Previews the New Season of ’Law & Order: Organized Crime’

Ainsley Seiger stars as Jet Slootmaekers on NBC‘s Law & Order: Organized Crime. This role marks the actress’ television debut. The series first premiered back in April of this year and is now starting its second season, which premieres on September 23. New episodes air Thursdays on NBC at 10PM ET.

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Tamara Taylor and Danielle Moné Truitt Preview the ‘Law & Order: Organized Crime’ Season Finale

Law & Order: Organized Crime airs Thursday nights on NBC, and will be returning with a new season in Fall 2021. I got the chance to speak with Tamara Taylor and Danielle Moné Truitt, who both star in the new series, and ask them all my Organized Crime questions! The show premiered back in April and has already done some amazing crossovers with Law & Order: SVU. The season finale, titled, “Forget it, Jake; It’s Chinatown,” will premiere on June 3 at 10 PM ET.

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NOC Interview: Kelli Giddish on NBC’s ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’

Kelli Giddish stars as Detective Amanda Rollins on NBC’s Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, which is currently on season 22 and the longest-running primetime live-action series of all time. New episodes of the show air Thursdays on NBC at 9-10 PM ET.

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NOC Recaps Game of Thrones: Dividends and Debts

Season four of Game of Thrones has been a tumultuous one to say the least, especially for those who have read the A Song of Fire and Ice series and know how much the television show has diverged with the characters in the last several episodes in particular (cough, cough Jaime Lannister the rapist).

The season’s sixth episode, “The Laws of Gods and Men,” grapples with a lot of thorny issues such as how leaders need to balance justice with mercy and whether they truly are able to deliver justice or just merely a series of motions with a pre-ordained verdict.

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