It's no secret that NBC's hit show Law and Order: SVU is one of the most watched television shows on the network.

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Every week, producers' use 'ripped from the headlines' cases to create riveting new episodes that leave fans floored.

The winter finale aired two weeks ago, and fans are now anxiously awaiting the second part of the season to return on Jan. 7 of next year.

'Law and Order: SVU' Detective's Past Revealed

Luckily for fans, USA will be hosting a 17-hour marathon that will begin at 6 a.m. on Christmas Eve and conclude at 11 p.m.

This Christmas Eve special marathon will air some of the series most enticing episodes that will surely leave fans more anxious for the show to return.

The marathon schedule can be seen here.

Fans got another surprise when one of the producers of the show shared a new script teaser featuring dialogue from the new episode.

While no one really knows what to expect, it's apparent that one of the detectives will have to relive his or her past to help a rape victim get the justice she deserves.

In the new sneak peek, viewers learn that Detective Rollins confirms that her former Atlanta Captain rapped her.

There aren't very many details, so fans will have to tune in on Jan. 7th to find out what happens.

Law and Order: SVU airs every Wednesday night at 9 p.m. on NBC.

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