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The Best Episodes of Law & Order Season 23

Every episode of Law & Order Season 23 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Law & Order Season 23!

The Best Episodes of Law & Order Season 23

In cases ripped from the headlines, police investigate serious and often deadly crimes, weighing the evidence and questioning the suspects until someone is taken into...

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  1. 9.2/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Last Dance

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    S23:E5

    When a woman is found murdered in Central Park, evidence points to two frequent park-goers: a street vendor and a tech billionaire. In the face of extreme political pressure, McCoy takes drastic action to make the case.

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  2. 9.0/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Turn the Page

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    S23:E3

    When a young woman is strangled, Yee connects the MO to a potential serial offender, leading Riley to revisit a case that went cold on his watch. Price makes a risky move to bait one of their own on the stand.

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  3. 9.0/10(3 votes)

    #3 - No Good Deed

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    S23:E12

    Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a therapist with a long list of troubled clients. Baxter takes over Price's chair when a disturbing connection to the defendant is discovered.

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  4. 8.8/10(4 votes)

    #4 - Unintended Consequences

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    S23:E4

    Shaw and Riley investigate a real estate agent's murder. After they speak with prominent clients, an unexpected witness appears. Price and Maroun struggle to convince a jury of motive and face a difficult decision about their only witness.

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  5. 8.7/10(3 votes)

    #5 - Inconvenient Truth

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    S23:E10

    Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a prominent chef when he's stabbed in his own restaurant. Price has hesitations about prosecuting the defendant after new evidence comes to light.

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  6. 8.7/10(3 votes)

    #6 - Castle in the Sky

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    S23:E11

    When a real estate developer is found dead in one of his buildings, Shaw and Riley sift through a long list of suspects. Dixon is concerned for the welfare of the defendant's young daughter.

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  8. 8.7/10(3 votes)

    #7 - In Harm's Way

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    S23:E13

    When a sports star is killed, Shaw and Riley suspect the shooter missed their intended target. Baxter's daughter comes forward as a witness, but her testimony could impact his campaign.

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  9. 8.4/10(5 votes)

    #8 - On the Ledge

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    S23:E6

    When NYPD responds to the scene of an active shooter in a nearby hospital, Shaw is shocked at his connection to the suspect. Maroun and Price face a difficult trial when the defendant offers up an insanity plea.

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  10. 8.4/10(5 votes)

    #9 - Balance of Power

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    S23:E7

    When a successful investor is murdered, Shaw and Riley dig into his life to identify his killer. DA Baxter puts pressure on Price and Maroun to make sure his first case in office is a success.

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  11. 8.0/10(5 votes)

    #10 - Freedom of Expression

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    S23:E1

    In the wake of a murder on campus, the line between free speech and hate speech at a university is examined.

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  12. 8.0/10(5 votes)

    #11 - Human Innovation

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    S23:E2

    When a prominent tech CEO is killed, Shaw and Riley untangle multiple leads to reveal a plot for retribution. Price and Maroun debate whether an overdue piece of evidence should be submitted to the jury.

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  13. 8.0/10(4 votes)

    #12 - Family Ties

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    S23:E9

    When a congressman's aide is found dead after testifying in a corruption case, Shaw and Riley discover the suspect may be someone close to home. As Price solidifies his case against the defendant, Baxter proposes they go after an accomplice as well.

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  14. 7.8/10(4 votes)

    #13 - Facade

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    S23:E8

    Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a comedian after a subway altercation. When a suspect is arrested, Baxter insists they increase the charges despite Price's apprehension. At trial, a new witness comes forward to throw the case into question.

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Season 23 Ratings Summary

"Last Dance" is the best rated episode of "Law & Order" season 23. It scored 9.2/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 2/22/2024. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Turn the Page".