SVU: A diplomat rapes a hotel maid and Stabler quits

SVU S13 E1 “Scorched Earth”

“I can’t believe I have to do this crazy-ass show by myself now.”

“I can’t believe I have to do this crazy-ass show by myself now.”

Benson and newbie Rollins investigate a suave Italian diplomat who raped a chambermaid, but their victim has serious credibility issues. Then Olivia learns her BFF Stabler is quitting the force.

We’re turning the page on SVU in season 13 episode 1 “Scorched Earth.” We’re joined by Stuart Rice from the Sketch Comedy Podcast.

 This episode is inspired by the case of French diplomat Dominique Strauss-Kahn.