"Who Let the Dogs Out?" | ||
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← | L&O, Episode 12.01 | → |
Production number: E2208 First aired: 26 September 2001 | ||
Written By Kathy McCormick & Douglas Stark Directed By Don Scardino |
The detectives investigate the death of a jogger who is killed by a pit bull.
Plot[]
After a jogger is mauled to death by a pit bull dog, the detectives first suspect an Attica inmate who is part of a dog-fighting ring. However, the investigation leads to the owners of the dog.
Cast[]
Main cast[]
- Jerry Orbach as Detective Lennie Briscoe
- Jesse L. Martin as Detective Ed Green
- S. Epatha Merkerson as Lieutenant Anita Van Buren
- Sam Waterston as Executive A.D.A. Jack McCoy
- Elisabeth Röhm as A.D.A. Serena Southerlyn
- Dianne Wiest as Interim D.A. Nora Lewin
Recurring cast[]
- Tanya Berezin as Judge Rosalyn Lenz
- Leslie Hendrix as Dr. Elizabeth Rodgers
- Andrea Navedo as Detective Ana Cordova
- Tom O'Rourke as Peter Behrens
Guest cast[]
- Melissa Leo as Sherri Quinn
- Bruce McCarty as Roger Quinn
- Kelly AuCoin as Rich Porter
- P.J. Benjamin as Dr. Paul Garrett
- P.J. Brown as Bill Reade
- Joel Garland as Ralph Carson
- Robert Hogan as Judge Albert Scholl
- Edwin McDonough as Patrik Collin
- Nance Williamson Dr. Jansen
- Kathleen Patane as Dr. Ambroggio
- Brian Tarantina as Al Manos
- David Warshofsky as Danny Miller
- Manon Halliburton as Animal Control Supervisor
- Fly Williams III as Jimmy
- Ed Trucco as Manning
- Joey Vega as Driver
- Russ Vigilante as Gino
- Michael Salconi as Ritter
- Ian Alsup as Eric
- Angela Pierce as Gina
- Alice Playten as Dog Walker
- Chuck Lewkowicz as Butcher
- Helen Hanft as Vera
- Leila Danette as Old Lady
- Scott Dillin as Clerk
- Kevin J. Flynn as Uniform
References[]
- Ashfield Academy
- Brooklyn
- CACC
- Central Park
- Fort Greene
- Garrett Veterinary Clinic
- Rikers Island
- Vinegar Hill
- Sandy Meekin
- Cujo
Quotes[]
M.E. Rodgers: Thorax ripped open, larynx crushed, then Cujo proceeded to rip her apart like a rag doll. Both arms were severed, one of her legs... Jane Doe and her four-legged companion were definitely done in by one very strong, very savage animal.
- [during Sherri's testimony, the Quinns' dog King is brought in on a leash with a muzzle over his mouth; King growls and barks rabidly]
- Behrens: Your honor!
- Judge Scholl: Mr. McCoy?
- McCoy: The defendants claim the dog is gentle, your honor. We think the jury has a right to decide for itself.
- Judge Scholl: Bring the dog into the well.
- [the court officer brings King closer]
- McCoy: Care to pet your dog, Mrs. Quinn?
- Behrens: Objection!
- McCoy: [to Roger] How 'bout you, Mr. Quinn? Shall we take the muzzle off and you can pet your dog?
- Behrens: I move for an immediate mistrial, your honor!
- Judge Scholl: That's enough! The show is over! Mr. Quinn, take your seat. You too, Mr. Behrens. Mr. McCoy, remove that dog right now.
"Gives a whole new meaning to the term 'doggie bags'!"
- - Lennie Briscoe
"On the bright side, at least there's no barking."
"Maybe they were trained not to bark."
"Well, there's a cheerful thought."
- - Lennie Briscoe and Ed Green
- Southerlyn: I just got off with Animal Control. The dog was put down.
- McCoy: Quinns' trial was the only thing keeping it alive.
- Lewin: Abused, tortured, and... now destroyed.
- Southerlyn: Almost makes you wish you could reverse the sentences.
Background information and notes[]
- This is actress Elisabeth Röhm's first appearance as A.D.A. Serena Southerlyn. She replaces actress Angie Harmon who played A.D.A. Abbie Carmichael.
- After the September 11 attacks, the opening was changed from the normal L&O intro in honor of the victims. It is recited as follows: "On September 11th, 2001, New York City was ruthlessly and criminally attacked. While no tribute can heal the pain of that day, the producers of Law & Order dedicate this season to the victims and their families and to the firefighters and police officers who remind us everyday with their lives and courage what it truly means to be an American." The narration is replaced with the usual "In the criminal justice system..." opening for syndication. Due to the events on 9/11, the airing of this episode was postponed for a week.
- The episode title "Who Let the Dogs Out?" is taken from the Baha Men song of the same name.
- This episode marks the first appearance of Detective Ana Cordova, played by Andrea Navedo. She remains a recurring character throughout the twelfth, thirteenth, and fourteenth season.
Episode scene cards[]
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Ashfield Academy |
Apartment of |
Pier 45 Warehouse |
Garrett Veterinary Clinic |
Rikers Island |
6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
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Office of |
Apartment of |
Chambers of |
Supreme Court |
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