[s9e17] Authority Official

For a deeper dive, you can read the full recap of the episode’s plot and tropes on or explore the historical context of the "sheep" metaphor on Medium . Law & Order SVU — s9e17 Authority | by FauxCrimeInTime

: In the climax, Rook tests Olivia Benson by demanding she shock Elliott Stabler to prove she is different from the "sheep" he despises. [S9E17] Authority

: Rook orchestrates a massive public "freeze" at Grand Central Terminal, mocking the police and showcasing his ability to lead a crowd. For a deeper dive, you can read the

The Law & Order: SVU episode is one of the series' most iconic, largely due to Robin Williams’ chilling guest performance as Merritt Rook. The Law & Order: SVU episode is one

The episode explores the terrifying ease with which people obey figures of authority, even when asked to do something unethical or illegal.