What to Expect from Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 27 Episode 9: Purity
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 27 Episode 9, “Purity,” brings Benson’s squad back from hiatus. This time around, her people must team up with the Law & Order team if they want to solve the case.
If Carisi wants to succeed in court and bring down the suspect, he will have to collaborate with Price and use both their expertise. However, we wonder if this can be done, and the ADAs can put their egos aside to work together.
Meanwhile, Bruno does everything in his power to protect his team during a raid at a suspect’s home. Can he step up and be the savior everyone needs?
Here’s everything you need to know about this episode, including the air date, cast, promo, and how to watch.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 27 Episode 9 Details
- Title: “Purity”
- Air Date: Thursday, November 8, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM EST
- Network: NBC
- Writer: Kevin Deiboldt
- Director: Jean de Segonzac
How to Watch Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 27 Episode 9
- Live: NBC at 9:00 PM EST
- Streaming: Available next day on Peacock
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 27 Episode 9 Description
The hunt for a murder suspect uncovers a crime with shocking legal and ethical implications; Bruno must protect his squad during a raid on a suspect’s home; Carisi and Price team up in court when Brady’s interrogation tactics undermine the case.
Guest Stars & Returning Characters
- Main Cast: Mariska Hargitay (Olivia Benson), Ice T (Fin Tutuola), Peter Scanavino (Dominick Carisi), Kevin Kane (Terry Bruno), Aimé Donna Kelly (Renee Curry), Corey Cott (Jake Griffin), and Kelli Giddish (Amanda Rollins)
- Guest Stars: David Ajala as Theo Walker
- Notable Returns: Hugh Dancy as Nolan Price, Norma Kuhling as CJ Jones, Reid Scott as Vincent Riley, and Maura Tierney as Jessica Brady
Promo & Photos
Check out the photos from Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 27 Episode 9:
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What are your hopes for this episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below, and be sure to catch up with our review of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Season 27 Episode 8, “Showdown,” right here.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit airs Thursdays at 9/8c on NBC.
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