"Hammered" feels like a throwback to the SVU episodes of old , utilizing the whole team effectively. It’s packed with classic character moments, from Cragen telling Munch to "zip it" to him calling out Benson and Stabler’s intense "mutual stroke fest".
We get a touching, rare glimpse into Captain Cragen’s own history with sobriety. He tries to reach out to Paxton, sharing his own experiences with quitting alcohol, though she initially blows him off as if it were easy for him. Why It Still Holds Up [S11E4] Hammered
For those who found Paxton’s aggressive style grating, this episode provides a public and self-destructive "comeuppance" as her drinking problem finally tanks a high-stakes case. "Hammered" feels like a throwback to the SVU
Are you Team Paxton or were you glad to see her finally get called out? Hammered - Law and Order | Fandom He tries to reach out to Paxton, sharing
Whether you love her or hate her, Paxton’s public meltdown remains one of the most memorable—and uncomfortable—moments in the series' history.