Law & Order: SVU made a sudden programming change ahead of its upcoming Season 27 episode. The network pulled the next scheduled installment, originally set to air on January 15, following serious off-screen developments involving a guest star.
Why Law & Order: SVU Season 27 won’t air its next pre-planned episode
NBC canceled the next scheduled episode of Law & Order: SVU Season 27, originally set to air on January 15, 2026. The episode, titled “Corrosive,” featured guest star Timothy Busfield, who faces one count of child abuse and two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor, as per an arrest warrant issued by Albuquerque police (via People).
NBC replaced “Corrosive” with “Fidelis Ad Mortem,” originally planned for January 22, 2026. The network has not confirmed whether “Corrosive” will air later or be removed entirely (via ScreenRant).
Authorities charged Busfield in connection with alleged misconduct involving two minors, reportedly during his time on Fox’s The Cleaning Lady, where he worked as executive producer and director. According to Deadline, the Albuquerque Police Department issued an arrest warrant on January 9, 2026, and U.S. Marshals are assisting in efforts to apprehend him.
In “Corrosive,” Busfield took on the role of a respected judge whose life comes under threat. The SVU team investigates a video tip, while Amanda Rollins helps a survivor of abuse.
Busfield previously appeared in the Law & Order franchise as both an actor and director. His past work includes episodes of SVU and the original series.
Season 27 of Law & Order: SVU has already introduced several major developments. Amanda Rollins returned as a series regular. The season opened with the funeral of longtime character Captain Donald Cragen. The show continues to follow Captain Olivia Benson and her team as they investigate sex-related offenses in New York City. Recent episodes focus on survivor-led stories, team changes, and evolving character roles.
Originally reported by Anubhav Chaudhry on ComingSoon.
