After Stabler learns this, he starts lashing out, mostly at Benson as he stews in his emotions over the decision he made. The mother, who rarely speaks, decides to read Stablers coffee grounds while the two sit together at the table. Benson strategically alleviates the situation by manipulating Stuckey into thinking she doesn't like Stabler. That line effectively stops her in her tracks. ), While driving with FBI agent Dean Porter (Vincent Spano), Porter asks if her partner in New York finds her as annoying as he does. Then Stabler drops the bomb of all bombs when he declares that he didnt write the letter.. Eventually, Benson is able to pull an iron rod from the bed and hits Lewis with it before getting her gun, which has Stablers mini shield on the bottom. And you know what, Eli turned out perfect, Benson says. At the end of the episode, Bernie tells her son that his partner came by to check up on him. (Oh, and Stabler, while undercover, also slept with her!). Cragen then informs Benson and Stabler that Porter and the suspect are off the hook since the situation is out of their hands. Stabler runs toward Benson, and the two embrace as she says, Im really glad youre back., I shouldve come back sooner, he responds as he tightly holds her. I want to find balance here in this whatever this is, Stabler says. Well, I got to tell you, Im a little jealous because Elliot here tells me youre the second-best partner he ever had, Benson cracks. Elliot talked about you all the time.. For the past four years, he lived in Rome as an international liaison for the NYPD. The shows 14th season ended with a sadistic killer named William Lewis (Pablo Schreiber) pointing a gun at Bensons head in her apartment. Stabler watches from afar and calls for backup. If only Season Eight Benson could see future mom Benson thriving. In a blow to Stabler and his family, the judge declares a mistrial, and Wheatley is remanded. Benson stares at Stabler across the car, as her partner grips her hand in response and thanks her for coming. "Law & Order: SVU" fans got to hear three critical words that some have been waiting decades to hear said between former detective partners Elliot Stabler and Olivia Benson. "I love you." The whole family was on hand for the intervention, including Benson (Mariska Hargitay). @lawandordertv / Twitter I'm not a civilian," she replies. Benson, of course! Zebras highlights that no one knows Stabler better than Benson, especially in a life-or-death situation. Now Stabler has a choice to make: Does he go after Ryan, who's quickly grabbed by Gitano, to try to bring him to safety, or does he go in the opposite direction to make sure his wounded partner is still alive? Somebody needs to take him out, Benson tells Stuckey about Stabler. She relays the message from the grounds to Reggie, who tells Stabler: She wants to know why you dont tell her how you feel.. Why didnt you tell me? Benson asks Porter. Stabler meets up with Benson in a park on a snowy day, and the meetup also marks the first time Stabler sees Noah, who's sledding nearby. Benson stays by Kathys side the entire time, including in the ambulance, where Kathy ends up giving birth to a baby boy. Even on her deathbed, Valerie says Miles is the one who raped her. If I heard your voice, I wouldn't be able to leave.". Who knew a small letter could hold so much power? She goes to the interrogation room and weeps. Did you really expect me to cause your death? Benson realizes Millfields sister was molested as a child, which helps explain her jumpy behavior with Simon on the night of the dance much to her older sisters surprise at realizing the truth. Stabler and Benson shared a moment 'SVU' fans have been Stabler responds that he already did. Turns out, Porter was the one who shot Rojas. But there was one line that Stabler did write himself. Webdid benson and stabler ever sleep together. "Olivia! And when I said that I love you, I think you Stabler is then cut off by an automated voice telling him to press 1 if hes satisfied with his message, 2 to rerecord and 3 to listen to his message. Benson shows up at the lab only to find Stabler tied to a chair. Months later, former SVU showrunner Leight tweeted that the Season 24 premiere was supposed to pick up with Benson and Stabler sharing a dance alone at the event, but in real life, Hargitay had suffered a broken ankle and Meloni had grown out a beard to go with his undercover arc to kick of OC Season Two. "So this is about the death of a loved one?" But were willing to bet that a declaration of love wasnt one of em. He asks her how long she"s been "sleeping with Cassidy." Even though Stabler isnt in this episode, hes mentioned multiple times to Benson by various people throughout. The episode centered on the bombing of a car Stabler and his wife Kathy (Isabel Gillies) rented when they returned to New York. They share a longing look before Benson turns and leaves. "I know," Stabler said. Whats going on? (Laughs) Which is hysterical, because it really isnt how we play it., He added that he and Hargitay play it as best friends and almost brother and sister sometimes.. Benson emphasizes that in her role as a captain, its her job to take care of her people. By this episode, it's clear Benson and Noah didnt make it to Stablers Christmas gathering. Bell calls in SVU to help with the Albanians. And the jabs just keep coming from Benson, who clocks Stabler again after he suggests Valerie could have had sex with someone else and mentions his dying marriage and a history of violence in front of everyone in the room. Liv, lets not go into that, Stabler replies before Sgt. I had kids the old-fashioned way, Stabler says to Benson after she points out how much effort went into getting those embryos made. And then he delivers a line that continues to haunt fans until this day: I think if I talked to you about how Sadly, Benson cuts him off at this point, so viewers still dont know how Stabler was about to finish that thought. While talking to Stabler and Angela, Richard says he recorded Angela plotting to kill Kathy, and Angela denies it. Olivia Benson and Elliot Stabler's longstanding situationship came to an end when Elliot quit the force and left the country. You mustve had some mansplaining to do., Stabler responds, Well, Olivia knows a lot more about what went on between me and Angela than the jury does. What about me? Benson whispers. Turns out, Kathy was injured in a car bombing, as she and Stabler were in town to see Benson receive an award. I cant.. Eli has wandered away, walking up to a bridge and contemplating suicide. When Stabler finds the two in a recording studio, Rook reveals that Benson is tied to a chair behind the glass dividing the recording studio. 'Law & Order: Organized Crime': Where Stabler, Benson left off Im sorry, I shouldve talked to you. Took long enough. He returned to New York City for a few reasons, including to testify against suspects from a case he investigated in Puglia, for a department meeting and to speak at Stabler also receives a call from Eli's mom saying her son was missing, which continues the crossover into OC.. After a decade away, Meloni reprised Stabler in the "Law & Order" universe in 2021 on Stabler's own spinoff, "Organized Crime.". The series premiere of Law & Order: Organized Crime introduced an item that fans became so fixated on, it became an entire social media movement: the letter. Bernie had previously noticed her pills were missing and picks up on her sons conversation with Benson. During an interview with Seth Meyers in March, Hargitay said she had never seen that scene until that moment during the interview. "Look how great you turned out," Stabler says in response as Benson walks away. I just wasnt ready, she says. Stabler He says, What was I gonna do let you get shivved in Rikers?. "Elliot, what's wrong with you?" I just feel loss," he adds. Bu the door isn't yet closed when it comes to the loss of his former partner. After each of these lines, Stabler confirms Kathy actually wrote those words not him. Stabler then gave her a note he wrote to her, which he said she could open later. Photo: NBC. One of the long-running mysteries of SVU for the past decade was why Stabler never said goodbye to Benson. Benson, who grew up with an alcoholic mother, stands up for Valerie, who claims Miles has drug and alcohol dependencies. Benson teams up with Cragen for most of this episode to work the case of a boy whos been missing since 1980. Buckle up, because "Fault" starts the unofficial holy trinity of Stabler and Benson episodes, as the events impact both detectives so heavily that spoiler alert Benson ends up asking for a new partner by the end. He did, didnt he? The letter also had a line implying if Benson had a man in her life, that Stabler hoped hes the kind, faithful, devoted man Benson deserved. Afterward, the two sit awkwardly at a caf until Benson finally breaks the silence and says, Why couldnt Dani cut it? Stabler says Beck couldnt deal with the victims." He leaves shortly after and says, I dont think I can do this. He eventually returns, and Benson again points out Stabler is the only person who doesnt realize hes not OK. Im drowning, he responds. Then the head of the Internal Affairs Bureau, Ed Tucker (Robert John Burke), who dates Benson in a much later season, interviews Benson and informs her they pulled her phone records and found that she talked multiple times to a reporter named Kurt Moss (Bill Pullman). Stabler also shields Benson from gunfire and takes down the shooter as they eventually rescue the missing girl. (That parallel universe may soon be reality for these two since Stabler recently returned to Bensons life after a 10-year absence and confessed in a letter he wrote to her: In a parallel universe, it will always be you and I.), This episode is significant in the worst kind of way for Benson's and Stablers relationship since it ended up being Melonis last episode of SVU. (Thankfully, he returned to the Law & Order universe for Stablers spinoff, Law & Order: Organized Crime, in April 2021.). While talking to her mom a year ago about Carisi, that Rollins' mom suggested the two of them get a hotel room to get it out of their systems. The two walk toward each other. "I used to joke about you two being in a motel room, and now here we are. which you can watch on Hulu with a free trial, 'Law & Order: SVU': Elliot Stabler Finally Explains Why He Never Said Goodbye to Olivia Benson, 'The Morning Show' Season 4 Officially Ordered at Apple TV+, Beloved Children's Show Being Turned Into Movie, Seth Meyers Prepares Viewers for Possible Writers Strike This Week, Ryan Seacrest Weighs in on Mark Consuelos First Week as 'Live With Kelly and Mark' Co-Host, Don Lemon's 'CNN This Morning' Co-Hosts Enjoy Joyous Night out Following His Ouster, 'Law & Order: SVU': Benson Learns Information That Could Ruin Her Career, Tyra Banks Ripped by 'America's Next Top Model' Winner, Scott Disick's Reported Reaction to Ex-Girlfriend Sofia Richie's Wedding. Cinema is Benson and Stabler having an entire conversation with their eyes. In the end, while Benson watches as Stabler and Calvin play rock, paper, scissors, Child Services arrives and takes Calvin from Benson to bring him to live with his grandparents while his mom goes to rehab. This confession also reveals Benson hasn't moved past Stabler leaving her without a word for 10 years. Stabler calls Benson to help him find Eli, who went missing with Bernies pills. Just take it read it, dont read it, throw it away. While Benson stares at her squad happily celebrating the event with their partners, Stabler approaches with her coat and drapes it over her shoulders while she hands him a glass of wine that she got for him. This meant Stabler had some explaining to do when he finally reunited with Mariska Hargitay's Olivia Benson. Or the courts. Youre his partner. Benson realizes Millfield, the New Jersey captain, is the one who tipped the feds off to her and angrily confronts her about it. Look, we both chose each other over the job. I wish I could trust you, Elliot, Benson replies. While on the phone, Fin hands it off to Stabler to talk to her. Its actually her call.. Stabler says he couldnt, and at this point, the others in the room take notice of their bickering. When the informant/suspect is given a deal, Benson and the SVU squad feel betrayed by the OC team. There was nothing I could do," he said. Now, Benson is the one in control. Stabler then gave her a note he wrote to her, which he said she could The Milgram nickname is important as its a reference to psychologist Stanley Milgram, who conducted shock experiments to test how far someone would go to follow instructions, despite the moral feeling of his or her conscience. Benson takes the step to visitsBernie in New Jersey. ET. While in the hospital, Kathy says it feels like the old days, seeing Stabler and Benson in the room together always so in sync. Shes surprised to find out Stabler never once contacted Benson in the time they left. Why I dont tell her how I feel? a confused Stabler responds. They probably dont want to hear what she has to say, Wheatley tells Benson, who up until this point, seemingly has no clue about Stablers brief history with Angela. He would kick your teeth in, break your legs, break your arms, break your back break your face. Im not sure I know, Stabler responds. Then she shoots Sister Peg, a woman in charge of a local homeless shelter who had been helping Benson and Stabler with the current case. Maybe I should get him to use that metal bar on you and make you beg for your life," she says. This episode is absolutely laced with moments between the two, including the most physical one theyve shared (so far). You never startled before, Benson says, before adding she doesnt want to push him, and will back off if thats what he wants. Benson is innocent, of course, and ends up saving herself after the real suspect breaks into her home. Benson, wise to his actions, points out Stabler had to have gone out of his way to make her home a stop on his way in. In this episode, Stabler finally meets Bensons son, Noah, during a coincidental run-in on Mothers Day. Stabler rushes over to Benson and turns her over. Benson later brings up Stablers mom during a discussion, saying, Weve been partners for 11 years. 1, Donnelly says while walking away. Benson and Stabler, also known colloquially as "Bensler," have become the new schematic for well-written police partnerships. After 12 seasons of SVU, Meloni took a step away from Law & Order, which saddened many Benson and Stabler fans. Elliot, tell us what you need, Benson says. ", "Stabler," Rollins says. Why did you give me that letter? Lewis continues to talk about that old partner of hers and says, It mustve been tough for you all those long nights alone in the car.. Caught off guard, Stabler at first seemed a bit conciliatory, then got twitchy, then hid behind the "talk to my superior officer" mode when Benson stepped up to let "He's somebody else's husband.". We needed a change, she says. Evidence ends up revealing Stuckey is the killer they're searching for. A shocked Benson stares back at him as all of his kids look on, and the Benson and Stabler love theme (yes, these two have their own music) starts to play. And like Season Sixs Doubt, this Season Eight episode is a he said/she said case. It turns out that the footage of Stabler and Benson suddenly noticing each other across a crime scene is because when Benson arrived at the crime scene to kick Then Stabler responds, Hey, my friend, Olivia, Id like you and your son, Noah, to come on over to my place this weekend for a family Christmas get-together.. In the Season 23 SVU premiere, Benson was run off the road while on the phone with Stabler. You have no idea how bad things can get when a couple goes sour. Benson is quick to shoot back with: And eight years in this unit tells me that I dont need to be married to know when an abusive man is escalating.. How about we call it a friendship, Benson says to a beaming Stabler. In between testimonies, Wheatley meets with Benson and taunts her about the love of his life, Angela, whos taking the stand tomorrow. Stabler tells Benson to say hes in the field. Cragen calmly responds, You know me better than that. If she does, its news to me, Stabler responds, much to Bensons visible dismay. Benson finally gets a moment to unload on Stabler about how he hasn't asked about her life since his return. Will Hart / NBC Photo Bank / Getty Images. At this point, Benson starts reciting back lines from the letter, that she has memorized, including that what Benson and Stabler were to each other was never real and they got in the way of each other being who and where they needed to be. Christopher Del Sordo / NBCU Photo Bank / Getty Images. Stabler tells her shes great with kids and adds, Maybe you should start thinking about having kids, and any way you want to do it, Ill support you., Elliot, do me a favor? Benson replies. Ayanna Bell (Danielle Mon Truitt), Mariska Hargitay and Christopher Meloni talk about return of Law & Order: SVU, Benson and Stabler hold hands in SVU-Organized Crime crossover, Chris Meloni reveals story behind Law & Order set pics with Mariska Hargitay, Mariska Hargitay: Benson has 'been in love' with Stabler for many a year, Stabler made a very big apparent confession. The line is especially meaningful because all Benson wanted for years was a family, especially a child of her own, and no one knew that more than Stabler. I wish you were there, he says. Benson follows up by asking if he liked working with her. During Angelas testimony, which both the Stabler children and Benson witness, Angela reveals she kissed Stabler and that she was in love with him. Elliot, Benson begins as she steps closer to him. He tries to dial Benson again, and it goes quickly to voicemail then he hangs up. Then he gets out of the car and again tells her to back off, most likely out of fear that if she gets too close, whoever targeted Kathy will go after Benson next. As it turns out, Benson isn't fatally injured, and she tells Stabler to go after Gitano. This is arguably *the* episode that changes everything for Benson and Stabler since the contents of the letter are finally revealed and its a doozy. Benson brushes it off and emphasizes that his kids are worried about him amid his recent erratic behavior. She clocks Stabler for not answering her questions, and he responds, Thats none of your business. I couldnt take it.. Then Benson reaches out and rests her hand on Stablers face and whispers, I mean, before Eddie Wagner takes over, and Elliot Stabler is nowhere to be found, referring to his undercover name. They didnt see me as prime parent material. Stabler responds, Theyre wrong.. "It was my choice. Protelliot prevails in this especially personal episode for Benson. Shes good like that.. Many fans have followed Benson's life and career for nearly 25 seasons, but one thing that's always remained a mystery: Whether she's ever had romantic feelings for Stabler. Oh, my God, no!" The audience never finds out the jury's verdict, as the screen cuts to black and the credits roll before the verdict is read. "All That Glitters" ended with Leonetti on the phone at Stabler's doorstep asking if he would let her inside. Both of them confirm they couldnt sleep, and Benson tells Stabler she realizes Miles didnt rape Valerie. He then explains how his kids are grown and "have lives of their own. Theres nothing to find. Then Cragen stands up and points out it was Stablers sixth shooting and that the whole squad is on notice., So what? Cragen's suspicions about Stabler and Benson's bond are right. Im his partner, and watching Stabler interact with Beck through the window of Cragens office.). I'm happy for you. Olivia Benson, Elliot Stabler Relationship Timeline on After kicking Benson out, one of the smugglers takes Stabler for a ride. Well that makes two of us, Benson says. Benson notices Stabler isnt in the best place mentally, especially when he says, Its kind of nice not to be me for a while, about being undercover. The final episode of the unofficial holy trinity titled Web leads Stabler to visit Benson in Computer Crimes for her help on a case, and sets the stage for these two to eventually find their way back to each other. Benson denies it before caving and asking, "Is it that obvious? So there was a depth and a little sexuality to it something that went beyond that. No, Im better. Stabler refuses to press the button when Rook asks him to, so Rook presses the button again, eliciting more screams. he responds. Shes a cop his first partner, Benson responds and then shares a knowing look with Stabler. Bensons longtime friend and former SVU ADA Rafael Barba (Ral Esparza), decides to defend Wheatley, much to Bensons dismay. "I dont know. TFW someone else says they're Stabler's partner. Turns out, Valerie was having an affair with an investigator for her lawyer, and hes the one who grabbed her from behind that first night. In this case I can because I do know what it means to love someone unconditionally, Barba says. Cragen wants to bench Benson from their current case since she has custody of their suspects son, and he also takes Stabler off the case. Later, Benson and Stabler go see Valerie in the hospital after Miles attacked her on the street by spraying gas on her and setting her on fire. Stabler looks up into Bensons eyes from the ground and runs his hand through her hair while his thumb grazes her mouth. Stabler does not yet realize that it was Ed Tucker yes, that Ed Tucker from IAB but Benson does tell him Ed is dead. Hes my brother, Benson whispers, before Stabler reminds her she doesnt even know the guy.. Benson and Stabler go to the hospital to pick up Eli, and in a very married moment, Benson steps in to calmly ask the nurse how to get to Eli since a frazzled Stabler cant politely string two sentences together. Stabler grabs Bensons arm and thanks her for coming. I wasnt planning on coming back, Benson says. Stabler tells Benson that the letter was Kathys idea, and Kathy thought it would be an easier way to start a discussion since the two hadnt seen each other in years. I didnt realize it came out so sexy, she said. Benson tells Stabler shes worried about him, given his behavior after the death of his wife and the grief associated with that loss. 'Law & Order: SVU': Elliot Stabler Finally Explains Why After Benson tells him to freeze, Gitano quickly slashes her neck with a knife, and she falls to the ground. And, for the first time ever, Benson is seriously encouraged to explore a romance with Stabler! Well you are going through a divorce and you do have four children so I guess you are, Benson responds with a smile. Benson glances toward Stablers kids then back at him and shakes her head. The episode ends with Stablers family, which includes Stabler's grandchildren, gathered at home getting ready to welcome visitors, presumably Benson and Noah. This episode is the continuation of a crossover with SVUs Trick-Rolled at the Moulin, which ends with Stabler shielding Benson in the car after theyre both shot at (classic Protelliot). Benson explains shes there because they lost contact with him, and she also gave him her phone so he could call Kathy. Stabler goes to Bensons apartment after finding his partners card on a victim. In the Season 22 SVU finale, Fin is set to marry his first partner, Phoebe. "You're not a superhero either," Stabler says, before adding, "Blink your lights when you get inside." Stabler learns from Benson in this episode that her brother, Simon, is no longer alive and died a few years back after a suspected overdose. Still haven't recovered from this scene, it's true. After being paired up early in the season with another female detective, Dani Beck (Connie Nielsen) whom he kissed Stabler is once again on his own. Stabler crouches behind a desk with a gun drawn and tells Jenna to drop her weapon, as Benson crouches over Sister Peg in front of him. I guess Ill have to, she responds. He wouldnt question himself after what youve done. "Hey, would you talk to me?" "You're just going to sit here all night until I do, aren't you? A shot rings out, and both Rojas and Benson go down. she says as the two rest their foreheads together. A letter that you didnt even write. Hey, what do I know? Benson confirms shes not seeing anyone at the moment. You dont get to talk about him, Benson interjects. During the kiss, Benson opens her eyes and connects with Stabler, who nods and kicks Stuckey in the groin from his spot behind him in the chair. As Stabler begins an undercover arc investigating an Albanian family involved in the drug trade, he shares a personal moment with the mother of one of the men, Reggie, working for the family. Its Bell, who wants to tell him a piece of news, presumably about Wheatleys release, that she didnt want him to be "blindsided" by. The previous episode, "All That Glitters," introduced viewers to Tia Leonetti (Ayelet Zurer), who worked with Stabler in Italy after he left the Special Victims Unit. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Cragen throws her out of interrogation and says that a 5-year-old couldve done a better job, to which Benson responds, Then go hire one.. In retrospect, that line is even more significant now that Benson has a child of her own a son named Noah (Ryan Buggle), whom she adopted after finding him during a particularly dark case. My friend, youre doing the right thing.. Benson mentions his anger issues and that bottling it up inside hasnt worked for him. This scene is also a rare opportunity to see Stabler and Benson all dressed up: Stabler in a suit and Benson in a strapless dress and heels with her hair and makeup done. She also confirmed that she never spoke with Stabler after he left the force. Porter believes Benson sent Simon money and is surprised when Benson tells him Simon is her brother. Rook continues to repeatedly ask Stabler to press the button. Benson sighs, "I know this sounds crazy, but sometimes I think it would almost be easier ", "If Kathy hadn't died," Rollins interjects about Stabler's wife. Olivia has a picture of you two in her living room., Moss wont name his source and says, You two have worked together for a long time. Benson goes to the scene and finds out the cops think the girl was murdered, and calls Stabler to explain. Stabler refuses to sit and listen to what everyone has to say and instead says all questions should go to his supervisor, Sgt. While waiting to see Eli, Stabler finally starts to ask Benson about her life during his 10-year absence. On SVU, viewers finally see Benson and Stabler together for the first time since last seasons finale. During a session with her therapist, Peter Lindstrom (Bill Irwin), Benson says that while her son is doing well and her job is great, shes hasnt been happy for about a year. Still, they haven't shared a kiss (yet). Benson talks Simon into giving her his gun after Millfields confession while Stabler keeps his gun trained on him the entire time. The partners' boss, Capt. The question is: Why are you really asking?. He feels her head and notes shes burning up before going to the kitchen to make her tea. Each always mentioned Stabler's marriage as the answer which wasn't a "no." Benson confronts Stabler outside of the courthouse about Angelas upcoming testimony and asks him if theres any reason she shouldnt attend. #WhatsInTheLetter trended for weeks online, and "SVU" fans on Twitter also put a letter emoji on their profiles. In fact Stabler doesnt appear onscreen again until Meloni returns to the franchise in the Season 22 episode Return of the Prodigal Son 10 years later in 2021. Should Benson and Stabler date? Debate between SVU experts Law & Order's Olivia Benson & Elliot Stabler At that moment, Donnelly approaches and Benson says shes just playing Uber driver for her old partner. After commenting on how much they had to drink the night prior, Leonetti says she remembers some of "the important parts" of what they discussed "except her name.". Thankfully, she wasnt hit, and Stabler cradles Benson in his arms on the ground. Stabler comes across a DNA sample from Calvin in Bensons desk and assumes his partner failed to send it in as a stall tactic to avoid finding Calvins dad so she could keep Calvin longer. Shes much more than a party planner, Benson says to Stabler. Benson and Stabler share whats considered among the fans a significant moment in the hallway of the OC office when Benson reaches for Stablers hand as she walks past him to exit, and the two linger in their handhold until the last minute when she has to pull away to leave. In the session, Stabler starts off by saying, "I don't like endings," in response to the therapist's question from their previous meeting about why Stabler wanted to go back to work. Back in the squad room after going over the latest with the case, Porter asks Benson if shed like a ride home. The decadeslong partnership between "Law & Order: SVU" star Mariska Hargitays Olivia Benson and "Law & Order: Organized Crime" star Christopher Meloni's Elliot Stabler has been deemed by many fans the longest slow burn in television history.
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