Does Rollins come back to Law & Order: Special Victims Unit? Details explored

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Image Via: Universal Television
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Image Via: Universal Television

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit created a huge chaos amongst the fandom in 2022. The series announced that Detective Amanda Rollins would not be a part of the show anymore. Fans took to the internet to voice their heartbreak about not being able to see Rollins’ storyline. It cannot be denied that Rollins’ storyline possessed immense potential that could have been explored.

However, the news of her departure from the series left an unfilled void. It could only be fulfilled with her return. Earlier this year, yet another announcement created chaos amongst the fandom. It was the news that Kelli Giddish will be back for some more action in the twenty-seventh season of the series. So, the question arises about her return.

Is she here to stay, or will it only be a small part? The answer is, Kelli Giddish is here to stay for the long run and will have some intriguing storyline as well.


Kelli Giddish returns as Amanda Rollins in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

While speaking about her return as Amanda Rollins in the series, Kelli Giddish added that she is now a “series regular”. Right after she got the offer to become a series regular in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, she grabbed the opportunity right away. It is “exciting” for her as the series also got a new showrunner this year.

Hence, things are definitely going to take a turn. Changes are about to happen. This makes the anticipation for her arrival even more intense. Long-running shows like Law & Order: Special Victims Unit need new elements to keep the story relevant. It adds to the overall appeal. Kelli Giddish adds that this new season seems to be “revitalized”.

The addition of Kelli Giddish’s Amanda Rollins makes sure that we are all set to get some interesting storyline related to Olivia Benson. Mariska Hargitay opened up about the significance of Amanda Rollins’ return in the show. For her, the relationship between Amanda and Olivia depicts people's support for one another.

Despite the flaws, people can be there for one another. Amanda and Olivia each have their own flaws and complications. However, when needed, each of them is always there for the other. In this season, it can be understood that the relationship between Amanda and Olivia will be crucial.

Celebrity Sightings In New York - September 21, 2022 - Source: Getty
Celebrity Sightings In New York - September 21, 2022 - Source: Getty

This can be seen in the upcoming case, which Olivia Benson will face. She will need Amanda Rollins’ help in this case, which further increases the intrigue for the episode.

Olivia Benson and Amanda Rollins's team will now face new challenges. This is especially significant for the fourth episode. Amanda needs a trustworthy person to helm the cases. Hence, Amanda's return will enhance the dynamics of the team.

Their familiar chemistry will be increased manifold with Amanda's return. Her return will also be a full-circle moment for us viewers of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. For all the dedicated fans of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, season 27 will be a compilation of thrills and emotion. The upcoming episode of this season will bring out more complications.

The upcoming case will feature a woman suffering a miscarriage and focus on online fabrications. The series will air on NBC. It will then be available for streaming on the very next day on Peacock.


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Edited by KOUSHIKI ROY