Law & Order is an American television series focused on courtroom and crime drama. Created by Dick Wolf, the series premiered on September 13, 1990, on NBC in the United States. Set in New York City, it follows the professional lives of a group of prosecutors and police officers. The show's immense success has led to the creation of numerous spin-offs, including Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Crime & Punishment, and Law & Order: Trial by Jury. As of 2008, Law & Order holds the record for the longest-running show on American television.