Why I love L&O:UK

[msvalerieanne]

I am a loyal viewer of all the Law & Order series to date. The original is my favourite, so I was sad to see it get cancelled after two decades on air. As the American versions of each of these series are up for contract reviews, it's good too see myself, and my fellow American viewers get to see the budding UK series.  The shock to most of us,

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[viomisehunt]

I've been watching Law and Order since it began, and my answer is, well it is Law and Order. It is like explaining why I like those hostess chocolate cupcakes with the sugared shorting fillings. (Grin) I remember joking in another forum about ten years ago that one day All shows would be Law and Order. I think Law and Order evolved from Homicide Life on the Streets, which was some of the best television ever, however, Law and Order "ripped from the headlines" premise some time came off as insensitive-- because it was in some cases-, but it was like worrying a tooth ache. The actors were always top notch, the scripts got a bit preachy at times, but all of it was forgivable. I like the original, love SUV and Criminal Intent, and LOUK seems to combine all the best elements of all the shows. I really can give or take all shippy elements in the show, as opposed to loving the working relationship on the show. I don't "ship" for example Elliot and Olivia, but I don't like people messing with their professional partnership. But with the best Law and Order solving the crime and seeking justice is best part of the show. However, I love that LOUK went straight to establishing relationships between the players. Finally because, again it is Law and Order. The premise is basic but always a winner: Good people going after bad people, or sometimes people who are wounded and need help.