- Watch Law & Order season 26 on NBC or stream on Peacock (via Walmart+ for $1)
- Use NordVPN to watch your local stream from abroad
- Episodes air from Thursday, October 8, 10pm ET/PT
The stakes are high once again for the team in the 27th Precinct. Based on the trailer for Law & Order season 26 alone, we know that D.A. Nicholas Baxter will be reminding his colleagues just how important it is to protect the people of New York, and why they need to draw the line between right and wrong.
Meanwhile, Lt. Jessica Brady will be interrogating suspects and Detective Theo Walker has a high-speed chase to take care of, which could end up in gunfire. The fight for justice is the only thing on Olivia Benson's mind, while Detective Vincent Riley aims to win the fight at all costs.
Speaking of Riley, he'll be bowing out of the show imminently, with actor Reid Scott stepping away. However, James Badge Dale is entering the cast at some point this season.
If you're ready for all of that, read on and find out how to watch Law & Order season 26 online for free.
Can I watch Law & Order season 26 for FREE?
If you have cable, you can watch Law & Order season 26 on NBC for free. However, cable-cutting services like FuboTV and YouTube TV also carry NBC and offer free trials. New episodes drop each Thursday, from October 8, at 10pm ET/PT.
Though there is no free streaming option, there’s a savvy way to get Peacock for just $1 (usually $12.99).
Right now, Walmart+ is offering a 30-day trial for $1, which includes your choice of a subscription to either Paramount+ or Peacock. If you’re eager to watch Law & Order season 26, you'll need to select Peacock. New episodes are available on Peacock every Friday.
Away from home right now? You can use a VPN to change your location and access your usual streaming services.
How to watch Law & Order season 26 from anywhere
If you’re traveling abroad when Law & Order season 26 airs, you’ll be unable to watch the show like you normally would due to geo-restrictions. However, there is a very easy solution.
Downloading a VPN will allow you to stream online, no matter where you are. It's a simple bit of software that changes your IP address, meaning that you can access on-demand content or live TV just as if you were at home.
Use a VPN to watch Law & Order season 26 from anywhere.
How to watch Law & Order season 26 in the US
How to watch Law & Order season 26 around the world
How to watch Law & Order season 26 in Canada
Can you watch Law & Order season 26 in the UK?
Can you watch Law & Order season 26 online in Australia?
There is currently no release plan or broadcast lined up for Law & Order season 26 in Australia.
Past seasons have gone out on 7Plus, but there's no indication that this will be the case for season 26. However, you may be able to purchase episodes via services like Apple TV, and there's even a chance that the show will end up on Channel 10 further down the line.
Traveling Down Under? You'll need a service like NordVPN to access your usual streams abroad.
What you need to know about Law & Order season 26
Law & Order season 26 cast
- Mariska Hargitay as Captain Olivia Benson
- Ice-T as Sergeant Odafin "Fin" Tutuola
- Peter Scanavino as Assistant District Attorney Dominick "Sonny" Carisi, Jr.
- Octavio Pisano as Detective Joe Velasco
- Kevin Kane as Detective Terry Bruno
- Juliana Aidén Martinez as Junior Detective Kate Silva
- Kelli Giddish as Sergeant Amanda Rollins
- Zak Orth as Defense Attorney Harry Kagan
- Tony Goldwyn as District Attorney Nicholas Baxter
- Maura Tierney as Lieutenant Jessica Brady
- Hugh Dancy as Assistant District Attorney Nolan Price
- James Badge Dale
- Reid Scott as Detective Vincent Riley
Which Peacock plan is best for me?
There are a number of different Peacock plans and pricing available.
Premium ($12.99/month or $129.99/year): It includes TV shows from NBC, Bravo, and more, movies and Peacock Originals, and live sports and events, along with ads.
Premium Plus ($16.99/month or $169.99/year): It comes with limited ads and allows you to download your favorite content.
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