Law & Order (Alexander the Liberator)

Law & Order is a New York police procedural and legal drama television series, created by Dick Wolf and developed for television by Steven Bochco and David Milch. The series is set in New York City, as it explores the struggles and careers of the detectives of the 27th Precinct and the prosecutors of the New York City Attorney's Office. Episodes usually revolved around the crime as well as the apprehension of the suspect and later the criminal trial.

The series was partly inspired by Milch's relationship with former New York Police detective Bill Clark, who would later become one of the show's producers. Episodes of the series were based off of real life criminal cases, however motivation for the crime and the perpetrator may be different.

Law & Order was met with critical acclaim. Television critics praising the grittiness, the realistic portrayal of the personal and professional lives, as well as the realistic portrayal of the criminal justice system.