Law And Order

"Law & Order," the longest running crime series and the second longest-running drama series in the history of television, is now in its 15th season on NBC. The brainchild of creator Dick Wolf, "Law & Order" is the most successful brand in the history of primetime television; the winner of the 1997 Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series; ties "Cheers" and "M*A*S*H" for the most consecutive best series nominations (eleven) and the longest-running drama series currently on television. The series has also turned into one of entertainment's preeminent brands using a distinct "ripped from the headlines" format, and has spawned the successful spinoffs "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," "Law & Order: Criminal Intent," "Crime & Punishment" and the upcoming "Law & Order: Trial by Jury."