(Once again, apologies for the belated ness. Last week was too busy by half for me.)

Last week, NBC announced SVU being renewed for a 14th season. In addition, the network has picked up a new series from Wolf Films, "Chicago Fire." As always, details are within the link below.

Link: http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118053718

Meanwhile, it has been revealed, today, the series will be bumped back to 9:00 PM EST, in order to make room for "Fire." The ATLAO blogmistress posted the new schedule (and a fuller "Fire" synopsis), via her "I Like To Watch TV" blog:

Link: http://iliketowatchtv.blogspot.com/2012/05/nbc-releases-2012-13-prime-time.html

Lastly, Mariska Hargitay renewed her contract with NBC, last month, so there is that bit of good news for SVU fans:

Link: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/law-order-svu-mariska-hargitay-new-deal-314248

NBC is currently doing their TV Upfront event, this week, so expect further information in the near-future about the schedule and the rest.

Here is where you can discuss the sexual assault of a young male student in "Learning Curve."

My review to be added at a later date.

In the cut below lies the official synopsis of SVU's 13th season finale, "Rhodium Nights." Special thanks to the ATLAO blog.

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It's been quite a while since we had both a Jack/Abbie-era repeat triple header and a new SVU episode. Enjoy such an occurence, as there are only a few of the latter left in the season. Off I go to post the SVU season finale synopsis. Schedule of IMDB.com. All times EST.

Sun. May 6th:
8:00 AM TNT - Bronx Cheer #11.16

Mon. May 7th:
4:00 PM TNT - Hate #9.10

Wed. May 9th:
4:00 PM TNT - Killerz #10.2
5:00 PM TNT - Agony #9.5
6:00 PM TNT - Bait #9.3
10:00 PM NBC - Learning Curve #13.21

Thur. May 10th:
3:00 AM TNT - Bait #9.3

This week's accompanying video is the "Learning Curve" promo. (As per the video's watermark, the ATLAO blogmistress is presently away, so here is a suitable back-up source.) Enjoy.

Here is where you can discuss unique revenge against a sperm donor in "Father Dearest."

My review to be added at a later date.

As per the subject line, TV Line.com is reporting, today, that Dean Winters will be reprising his Brian Cassidy role in SVU's 13th season finale. Similarly, Peter Jacobson and Brooke Smith will be returning after years away from the "Law & Order" franchise. (For those needing a reminder, both actors have played semi-recurring Mothership defense attorneys, though not in this upcoming instance. Moreover, Winters already re-appeared as a CI one-shot character, five years ago.) As always, beware of mini-spoilers within the link. Special thanks to the ATLAO blog.

Link: http://tvline.com/2012/05/01/law-order-svu-season-13-finale-guest-casting/

Next week's fare is rather sparse, though, thankfully not completely. Rather than to wax any further, I'll instead mention that SVU's "Learning Curve" is delayed until 5/9/2012. The episode was stated to air in late April, yet NBC apparently has other plans. The wait won't be too much longer, so have a modicum of patience. See you all, next weekend. Schedule courtesy of IMDB. All times EST.

Sun. Apr. 29th:
4:00 AM TNT - True North #9.9
7:00 AM TNT - True North #9.9

Wed. May 2nd:
5:00 PM TNT - Standoff #11.4
10:00 PM NBC - Father Dearest (New!)

Thur. May 3rd:
5:00 PM TNT - Haven #9.12

Fri. May 4th:
4:00 AM TNT - Haven #9.12
4:00 PM TNT - Ego #11.17

Sat. May 5th:
4:00 AM TNT - Blood Money #10.8

This week's accompanying video is the "Father Dearest" promo. Special thanks to the ATLAO blog.

In the cut below lies the official synopsis for SVU's impending "Strange Beauty." It should be noted there is only one more synopsis left in the season. Special thanks to the ATLAO blog.

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EAs to be posted, next.

TV Shows on DVD announced, a few days ago, the next "Law & Order" franchise Region 1 DVD set: Criminal Intent's 7th season. Besides key details, like the release date (6/26/2012), the post revealed that Shout! Factory will be the distributor, instead of Universal. Time will tell on whether it means Shout! Factory will be handling future "Law & Order" DVDs. As always, whenever there are additional information, the comm will update accordingly.

Link: http://tvshowsondvd.com/news/Law-Order-Criminal-Intent-Season-7/16864

Here is where you can discuss the SVU squad vs. a 'superheroic' vigilante group in "Street Revenge."

My review to be added at a later time.

In the cut below has the official synopsis for SVU's upcoming "Father Dearest." Special thanks to the ATLAO blog.

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Once again, apologies for the belated ness and the overall absence. Between Holy Week and several offsite issues to contend with, it hasn't been easy mustering the time and/or energy to post as much as I would like. Putting excuses aside for a moment, next week should be quite absorbing for you Jack/Abbie-era fans. Another pleasant side note is that TNT will be airing the first "Homicide" x-over episodes, next week, as well, so, ideally, "Sideshow" won't be far behind. Lastly, the final two days of this week are added, since I obviously didn't post them beforehand. Click the cut below and, hopefully, see you all next Friday-Saturday. Schedule courtesy of IMDB. All times EST.

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Here is where you can discuss the kidnap/rape of a Wall Street executive's wife in "Valentine's Day."

My review to be added at a later date.

Copied/pasted below is the official synopsis for SVU's upcoming "Street Revenge." Special thanks to the ATLAO blog. Also, apologies for the belated ness.

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Here is where you can discuss Benson's personal and professional blowback during a re-opened case of hers in "Justice Denied."

My review to be added at a later date.

Here is the synopsis for SVU's late-April episode, "Learning Curve." Special thanks to the usual places, etc.

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One of Benjamin Bratt's director's chair backs is now available in this week's "Law & Order" auctions. As per the norm, it is part of a set, which includes the chairbacks of Producer Lew Gould and Cinematographer Alec Hirschfeld. Additional details are within the link, as the auction will remain open for five and a half days. Best of luck to anyone who reads the entry and joins the bidding process.

Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAW-ORDER-DET-REY-CURTIS-BENJAMIN-BRATT-DIRECTORS-CHAIR-BACK-SEAT-SET-/180856392257

Meanwhile, there is yet another of Jack McCoy office prop auction, which is still open until late tomorrow. Apologies for the incredible belatedness, for I was caught unaware until tonight. Fortunately, there is only one current bid at $24.99. So, there is hope for anyone who wishes to own McCoy's sailboat and wooden decorative lizard.

Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAW-ORDER-JACK-MCCOY-SAM-WATERSTON-SCREEN-USED-OFFICE-PROP-SET-/150788329142

The first week of April will be quite absorbing for Jack/Abbie-era fans, per the several double header airings of key episodes. Besides "Sunday in the Park with Jorge" and "Refuge," "Endurance" finally makes its long-awaited return to TNT's schedule. The following week will be equally absorbing, as SVU Season 13 resumes on NBC. Either way, any such dry spells are or about to be over. Schedule courtesy of IMDB. All times EST.

Sun. Apr. 1st:
12:00 PM TNT - Hunters #9.13

Mon. Apr. 2nd:
5:00 AM TNT - Hunters #9.13
7:00 PM TNT - Endurance #11.1

Tue. Apr. 3rd:
3:00 AM TNT - Endurance #11.1
5:00 PM TNT - Sunday in the Park With Jorge #11.11

Wed. Apr. 4th:
3:00 AM TNT - Sunday in the Park With Jorge #11.11
4:00 PM TNT - All My Children #11.20
5:00 PM TNT - Trade This #10.16
7:00 PM TNT - Disciple #9.15

Thur. Apr. 5th:
4:00 PM TNT - Refuge #9.23
5:00 PM TNT - Refuge #9.24

Fri. Apr. 6th:
7:00 PM TNT - Return #11.5

Sat. Apr. 7th:
10:00 PM NBC - Spiraling Down #13.10

This week's accompanying video features the DiGiTS Show's semi-recent "Law & Order" parody. The official synopsis reads, "DUN DUN! Benjamin is on the hunt for a cold hearted hottie to spend some time with. He uses every ounce of detective-ness he's learned from watching Law and Order to hunt her down and get the DiGiTS." Enjoy.

In the cut below is where one can read the official synopsis of SVU's forthcoming "Justice Denied." Special thanks to the ATLAO blog.

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Another one of Angie Harmon's director's chair backs or chairbacks is now available in this week's "Law & Order" auctions. It is part of a set, which also includes the chairbacks of Executive Producer Arthur Penn, Episode Director Chris Zalla and Actress Leila Danette. Additional details are within the link, as the auction will remain open for almost 7 days. Best of luck to anyone who reads the entry and joins the bidding process.

Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAW-ORDER-ANGIE-HARMON-ADA-ABBIE-CARMICHAEL-DIRECTORS-CHAIR-BACK-SET-/150787042886

As a bonus-and-related link, here is one can bid for a J.K. Simmons chair back:

Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/LAW-ORDER-DOCTOR-EMIL-SKODA-JK-SIMMONS-DIRECTOR-CHAIR-BACK-SET-/150787041014