[s2e17] Folly May 2026

In a chilling final scene, after being arrested, Darlene attempts to manipulate Detective Stabler, taking his hand and asking him to "protect" her in prison, showcasing her complete detachment from reality. ⚖️ Cast & Key Guest Stars Significance Eddie Cahill Tommy Dowd Known for Friends (Tag Jones) and CSI: NY . Marguerite MacIntyre Darlene Sutton The "damsel" whose psychological delusion fuels the crimes. Patricia Kalember Leslie DeSantis

The madam of the escort service; Kalember later returns as Judge Karen Taten. Dr. Emil Skoda [S2E17] Folly

The detectives eventually link the violence to a married couple, Gary and Darlene Sutton , who have been hiring escorts to enact a twisted "damsel in distress" fantasy. 🎭 The "Twist" and Psychological Profile In a chilling final scene, after being arrested,

Provides the critical psychological breakdown of the Suttons' marriage. 📝 Critical Reception & Themes Patricia Kalember Leslie DeSantis The madam of the

The episode begins with the brutal beating of an out-of-town businessman in an upscale hotel. The investigation leads Benson and Stabler to a high-end male escort service managed by Leslie DeSantis.

A comparison of how was portrayed in this era versus more recent SVU seasons. Information on where you can stream the episode right now. Season 2 - Folly (2001) - (S2E17) - Cast & Crew - TMDB