Including Lynda Carter as the matriarch and Mark McGrath in a supporting role.
While DNA tests surprisingly confirm Palmer is the father, the case takes a sharp turn when Troost’s willingness to settle for cash makes Benson and Stabler suspicious. The Twist: More Than One Perp [S7E2] Design
The episode kicks off with high stakes: (Estella Warren) is on a ledge, threatening to jump while pregnant. She eventually confides in Detective Benson that she was raped, claiming her unborn child is a product of that crime. She points the finger at Barclay Palmer (Julian Sands), a wealthy and successful businessman. Including Lynda Carter as the matriarch and Mark
Critics and fans alike point to "Design" as a quintessential "con" episode. It features: She eventually confides in Detective Benson that she
The episode dives into some wild territory, including "electroejaculation" (a term the Munch My Benson hosts noted was said 21 times) and the use of subdermal tubes filled with other people's blood to cheat tests. Why We Still Talk About It
Fans on the Special Viewing Unit podcast noted it hits core Benson themes, specifically her own history as a product of rape, which adds a personal layer to her pursuit of justice.
Whether you're here for the 90s star power or the mind-bending Pynchonian twists, "Design" remains one of the most memorable "wild" episodes of the mid-2000s. Episode 210: Watch the Voltage, Babe (S7E2 Design)