The episode explores the terrifying ease with which people obey figures of authority, even when asked to do something unethical or illegal.
The Law & Order: SVU episode is one of the series' most iconic, largely due to Robin Williams’ chilling guest performance as Merritt Rook.
The episode's opening scene is "ripped from the headlines," specifically inspired by a series of that occurred across the U.S. starting in the late 90s.
The episode explores the terrifying ease with which people obey figures of authority, even when asked to do something unethical or illegal.
The Law & Order: SVU episode is one of the series' most iconic, largely due to Robin Williams’ chilling guest performance as Merritt Rook.
The episode's opening scene is "ripped from the headlines," specifically inspired by a series of that occurred across the U.S. starting in the late 90s.
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