Law & Order: Season 1

1990
22 episodes

Season 1 of Law & Order premiered on September 13, 1990 and has 22 episodes, from "Prescription for Death" to "The Blue Wall". The last episode aired on June 9, 1991.

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Episodes

Episode 1Prescription for DeathAired September 13, 1990
When a young woman dies during a hectic emergency room night shift, her father claims the hospital was negligent, and an investigation leads the detectives to believe that the doctor treating her may have been drunk on duty.
- 48m
- Directed by John Whitesell
- Written by Ed Zuckerman and David Black
Guest stars
- John Spencer Howard Morton
- Erick Avari Dr. 'Ekballa' Raza
- Ron Rifkin Defense Attorney Phillip Nevins
- Rocky Carroll Dr. Davids
- Lee Tergesen Clemens
- Daniel Benzali Medical Examiner
- Kate Wilkinson Gray-Haired Lady
- Paul Sparer Dr. Edward Auster
Episode 2Subterranean Homeboy BluesAired September 20, 1990
The shooting of two black men by a white woman in a crowded subway initially appears to be a case of self-defense, but further investigation reveals revenge as a possible motive.
- 47m
- Directed by E.W. Swackhamer
- Written by Robert Palm
Guest stars
- Tonya Pinkins Woman
- Mimi Weddell Baglady
- Lorraine Toussaint Shambala Green
- Cynthia Nixon Laura Di Biasi
- Stephanie Berry Nurse #1
- Phyllis Somerville Ms. Maltese
- Akili Prince Darnell Chenault
- Alexandra Gersten Abby Diamond
Episode 3The Reaper's HelperAired October 4, 1990
The death of a man with AIDS appears to be the work of a serial killer who may have been motivated by mercy.
- 46m
- Directed by Vern Gillum
- Written by Thomas Francis McElroy, David Black and Robert Nathan
Guest stars
- Peter Frechette John 'Jack' R. Curry
- Francis Guinan Jed Coles
- Jesse Corti Angel Suarez
- Frank Girardeau Massacio
- Steven Gilborn Trial Judge Greenbaum
- Tom Signorelli Anthony Holland
- Barbara Andres Patricia Holland
- Neal Benari Mr. Gordon
Episode 4Kiss the Girls and Make Them DieAired October 11, 1990
Stone has difficulty prosecuting a privileged preppie with a history of abusing his girlfriends after one of them dies at his hands.
- 47m
- Directed by Charles Correll
- Written by Robert Nathan and Dick Wolf
Guest stars
- Priscilla Lopez Sally Packard
- Haviland Morris Polly Norris
- Thomas Calabro Ned Loomis
- Jacqueline Brookes Trial Judge Grace Larkin
- Marita Geraghty Rebecca Byrne
- James Murtaugh Christianson
- Lori Alan Martha
- Dennis Boutsikaris Defense Attorney Dick Berkley
Episode 5Happily Ever AfterAired October 23, 1990
Greevey and Logan have a hunch that robbery is a cover for the real motive in the death of a millionaire in a parking garage.
- 48m
- Directed by Vern Gillum
- Written by David Black, Robert Nathan and Dick Wolf
Guest stars
- Richard Poe Forensic Scientist
- Roxanne Hart Janet Ralston
- Aida Turturro Carmen
- Chip Zien Homeless Man
- Joe Lisi Morrell
- Vanessa Williams Vera
- Bob Gunton Gil Himes
- Meg Mundy Helen Ralston
Episode 6Everybody's Favorite BagmanAired October 30, 1990
The mugging of a councilman leads the detectives to arrest a mobster, who in turn leads Stone and Robinette to corrupt city officials.
- 45m
- Directed by John Patterson
- Written by Dick Wolf
Guest stars
- Trey Wilson Defense Attorney Eddie Cosmatos
- Paul Guilfoyle Anthony Scalisi
- William H. Macy Assistant U.S. Attorney John McCormack
- Roy Thinnes D.A. Alfred Wentworth
- David Chandler Defense Attorney Marvin Silverman
- Dick Latessa Conti
- Michael Wikes Lasco
- Ronald Guttman Farber
Episode 7By Hooker, By CrookAired November 13, 1990
When Logan and Greevey investigate how a family man came to be found unconscious in Central Park, they uncover a very high-class call girl operation run by a well-educated socialite.
- 47m
- Directed by Martin Davidson
- Written by David Black
Guest stars
- Christine Dunford Reporter
- Bernard Barrow Mr. Hamilton
- Jenny Robertson Jolene Curtis
- Robert LuPone Kurtz
- Patricia Clarkson Laura Winthrop
- Courtney B. Vance Mayor's Assistant
- Paul Austin Stanko
- Addison Powell Roger Auclair
Episode 8Poison IvyAired November 20, 1990
The shooting of a black honors student stirs up racial tensions, especially after it becomes apparent that the cop responsible for the death may have planted a gun on the body to excuse the shooting.
- 47m
- Directed by E.W. Swackhamer
- Written by Jacob Brackman and Jack Richardson
Guest stars
- Erik King Dorian 'Silky' Ford
- Al Freeman Jr. Reverend Thayer
- Minnie Gentry Bernice
- John Capodice Bernie
- Erika Alexander Doris Carver
- Jake Weber Wesley Parker
- John Finn Freddo Parisi
- Howard Wesson Baker
Episode 9IndifferenceAired November 27, 1990
During the investigation into the death of a little girl in a respectable, middle-class family, Greevey and Logan uncover a myriad of family secrets involving abuse, molestation, and murder.
- 48m
- Directed by James Quinn
- Written by Robert Palm
Guest stars
- David Groh Dr. Jacob Lowenstein
- Diane Salinger Eugenia Rawlings
- John Rothman O'Hara
- Lorraine Toussaint Shambala Green
- Louis Zorich Trial Judge Milton Erdheim
- Gordon Joseph Weiss Gordon
- Marcia Jean Kurtz Carla Lowenstein
- Paul Geier Redding
Episode 10Prisoner of LoveAired December 4, 1990
A city arts commissioner and a socialite come under investigation when an artist noted for his sadomasochistic themes is found dead under suspicious circumstances.
- 46m
- Directed by Michael Fresco
- Written by David Black and Robert Nathan
Guest stars
- Frances Conroy Elizabeth Hendrick
- Marjorie Monaghan Cathy
- Larry Keith Henry Rothman
- Ted Marcoux Brian
- Brad Greenquist Bartender
- Amy Aquino Defense Attorney Erica Stohlmeyer
- Fran Brill Sondra More
- Don McManus Jordan
Episode 11Out of the Half-LightAired December 11, 1990
Greevey and Logan's investigation into a black teenager's claim that she was raped by white policemen is hampered by a publicity hungry, black politician who will not grant the detectives access to the victim.
- 47m
- Directed by E.W. Swackhamer
- Written by Michael Duggan
Guest stars
- Harold Perrineau Jordan Hill
- Frankie Faison Lester Crawford
- Ruben Santiago-Hudson Mr. Gaines
- Tichina Arnold Leona
- Adina Porter Woman Neighbor
- J.A. Preston Congressman Ronald Eaton
- Billie Neal Angela Wilkes
- Sandra Reaves-Phillips Mrs. Thelma Crawford
Episode 12Life ChoiceAired January 8, 1991
Stone faces pressure from the public and from Schiff as he prepares to prosecute the person accused of bombing an abortion clinic.
- 48m
- Directed by Aaron Lipstadt and Dick Wolf
- Written by David Black, Robert Nathan and Dick Wolf
Guest stars
- Camryn Manheim Leila
- Julie Halston Jane
- Kevin Cooney Geoffrey Donovan
- LaTanya Richardson Jackson Lorraine
- Lynn Anderson Woman #1
- Jamie Tirelli CSU Technician Rivera
- Clark Gregg Patrick Dunne
- Johann Carlo Colman
Episode 13A Death in the FamilyAired January 15, 1991
Police start a citywide manhunt for a man suspected of killing a cop during a rooftop pursuit.
- 46m
- Directed by Gwen Arner
- Written by David Black and Joe Viola
Guest stars
- Susan Batson Mavis
- Jerome Preston Bates Chief Walker
- Louis Guss Yost
- Wendy Makkena Officer Nicki Sandoval
- Beatrice Winde Miss Perry
- Nan-Lyn Nelson Cassie
- Madison Arnold Bridges
- Jerry Mayer Car Salesman
Episode 14The Violence of SummerAired February 5, 1991
Greevey and Logan reopen an investigation to help Stone and Robinette build a stronger case against three boys accused of gang-raping a TV reporter.
- 47m
- Directed by Don Scardino
- Written by Michael Duggan
Guest stars
- Megan Gallagher Monica Devries
- Philip Seymour Hoffman Steven Hanauer
- Gil Bellows Howard Metzler
- Samuel L. Jackson Attorney Louis Taggert
- Kenny Johnston Ryan Cutrona
- Randy Danson Defense Attorney Diane Manso
- Sandy Baron Mike Lucia
- Al Shannon Tim Pruiting
Episode 15The Torrents of Greed (1)Aired February 12, 1991
An assault on a candy storeowner leads Stone and Robinette to build a case against a powerful mafia don.
- 48m
- Directed by E.W. Swackhamer
- Written by Michael Duggan and Michael S. Chernuchin
Guest stars
- Charles Cioffi Frank Masucci
- Stephen McHattie Joe Pilefsky
- Christine Baranski Katherine Masucci-Beigal
- Luis Antonio Ramos Tommy Beltran
- James Noah Arraignment Court Judge Barry J. Marton
- Joe Lisi Mahoney
- Rick Zieff Dr. Cohen
- Bruce Altman Harv Beigal
Episode 16The Torrents of Greed (2)Aired February 19, 1991
Stone tries to salvage his prosecution of the Masucci family when Beigel faces bribery charges and seems willing to turn against his brother-in-law.
- 47m
- Directed by E.W. Swackhamer
- Written by Michael Duggan and Michael S. Chernuchin
Guest stars
- Charles Cioffi Frank Masucci
- Stephen McHattie Joe Pilefsky
- Christine Baranski Katherine Masucci-Beigal
- Bruce Altman Harv Beigal
- Robert Fields Mario Zalta
- Lee Richardson Defense Attorney Michael Le Claire
- Ronald Hunter Pilefsky's Defense Attorney
- Phillip R. Allen Defense Attorney Davis
Episode 17MushroomsAired February 26, 1991
The accidental shooting of two children by a 14-year-old hired killer leads to a drug dealer and a real estate agent.
- 48m
- Directed by Daniel Sackheim
- Written by Robert Palm
Guest stars
- Brad Sullivan Joe Anson
- James McDaniel Michael Ingrams
- Thomas Kopache Sam Drucker
- Eugene Byrd Tonel Otten
- Malachi Throne Judge Real
- Victor Raider-Wexler Harold Morton
- Merlin Santana Roneld Griggs
- S. Epatha Merkerson Denise Winters
Episode 18The Secret SharersAired March 12, 1991
Stone faces a flashy Texas lawyer and a hostile community as he tries to prosecute a young man accused of killing a drug dealer.
- 48m
- Directed by E.W. Swackhamer
- Written by Robert Nathan
Guest stars
- Susan Browning Jury Forewoman
- Sully Diaz Alicia Rivers
- Lorraine Toussaint Shambala Green
- Miriam Colon Mrs. Anna Rivers
- Stephen Elliott Judge Neil Markham
- J.D. Cannon Chet Burton
- Jack Hallett Morton
- Paul Calderon Father Torres
Episode 19The Serpent's ToothAired March 19, 1991
Two brothers appear to be the logical suspects in the murder of their wealthy parents.
- 48m
- Directed by Don Scardino
- Written by Robert Nathan, René Balcer, I.C. Rapoport and Joshua Stern
Guest stars
- Norman Rose Edmonds
- George Morfogen Dwight Anderson
- Frances Sternhagen Margaret Langdon
- Jonathan Hadary Alex Petrovich
- Olek Krupa Sasha Osinski
- Stephen Mailer Greg Jarmon
- Don Peoples Hecht
- Anthony Alessandro Carpetman
Episode 20The TroublesAired March 26, 1991
Logan is forced to face his cultural biases when both a Cuban drug dealer and an Irish terrorist are suspected of killing a Lebanese gunrunner.
- 47m
- Directed by John Whitesell
- Written by Dick Wolf and Robert Palm
Guest stars
- Alan North Defense Attorney Reilly
- Kevin J. O'Connor Patrick McCarter
- Paxton Whitehead Fenwick
- Donal Donnelly Daniel Mallahan
- Anthony Heald Ian O'Connell
- Harriet Sansom Harris Sheila
- Gy Mirano Interpreter
- Betty Miller Bridget McDiarmid
Episode 21Sonata for Solo OrganAired April 2, 1991
Stone and Robinette prosecute a surgeon and the wealthy father of a transplant patient for illegally obtaining a kidney.
- 47m
- Directed by Fred Gerber
- Written by Michael Duggan, Michael S. Chernuchin and Joe Morgenstern
Guest stars
- Dominic Chianese Dan Rubell
- Marcella Lowery Nurse
- Zach Grenier Lemish
- Roger Robinson Dr. Ames
- Jennifer Van Dyck Joanna Woodleigh
- Paul Roebling Dr. James Reberty
- Peter McRobbie Manager
- Deborah Hedwall Elaine Hale
Episode 22The Blue WallAired June 9, 1991
Cragen comes under suspicion when his mentor in the department is investigated for laundering drug money.
- 48m
- Directed by Vern Gillum
- Written by Robert Nathan and Dick Wolf
Guest stars
- Robert Lansing COO Peter O'Farrell
- John Doman Bailiff
- John Christopher Jones Dennis Shearer
- Gerry Bamman I.A.D. Lieutenant Kennedy
- Michael H. Ingram Defense Attorney Mulvehill
- Gregg Almquist I.A.D. Lieutenant Gowdy
- Robert Hirschfeld Saunders
- Pirie MacDonald Congressman William Wilson