Law & Order's first-ever pilot, "Everybody's Favorite Bagman," was filmed in 1988 for CBS but was deemed too gritty and political. The episode, later aired as season‑1 episode six, dives deep into organized‑crime ties, city‑hall corruption, and police misconduct, a stark contrast to the procedural style that later defined the series.
In Phantom of the Opera, Box 5 holds significant importance. It's the personal box of the Phantom, the mysterious character who haunts the Paris Opera House. This box is his sanctuary, a place where he can observe performances unnoticed. The Phantom's demand to always keep Box 5 empty underlines his controlling nature and desire for solitude. It's a symbol of his presence and influence over the Opera House.