With 21st Season Renewal It is has now been on American TV longer than any other live-action primetime show. 'SVU,' which is currently in its 20th season, was previously tied with 'Gunsmoke' and parent show, 'Law and Order.' Her run as Lt. Olivia Benson is the longest portrayal of a character on a live-action show by an actor or actress. The current season of 'SVU' has recorded a 1.9 rating so far with the 18-49 age group. In terms of overall viewers, 7.6 million are tuning in for the show. The drama can be seen on Thursday nights at 10 PM on NBC.
