Criminal Minds Showbiz Cheat Sheet

Criminal Minds
A.J. Cook as JJ and Josh Stewart as William LaMontagne in 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' | Michael Yarish/Paramount+
Criminal Minds
Criminal Minds is a police procedural crime drama. It premiered on CBS in 2005 and ran for 16 seasons, including one on the streaming service Paramount+.

The series follows members of the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit, working as criminal profilers.

Genre: Drama, Crime
Premiere: Sept. 22, 2005
Where to Watch: CBS, Paramount+
Cast: Mandy Patinkin, Thomas Gibson, Shemar Moore, Matthew Gray Gubler, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness
Spinoffs: Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior, Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders
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Zach Gilford as Elias Voit in 'Criminal Minds: Evolution'

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‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’: Zach Gilford Thinks ‘Midnight Mass’ Helped Him Land Elias Voit Role

Zach Gilford opened up about how his 'Midnight Mass' role led to 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' and how his 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' character has a little Matt Saracen in him.

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‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’: What Did Penelope’s Note Say?

Penelope Garcia's secret note returns in 'Criminal Minds: Evolution,' but will fans ever learn what it says? Here's what Kirsten Vangsness and Erica Messer have said.

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‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’: Zach Gilford on Playing This Season’s ‘Complex’ UnSub

'Criminal Minds: Evolution' is 'going home with the UnSub,' Zach Gilford said. The 'Midnight Mass' star plays serial killer Elias Voit in the Paramount+ series.

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Saddest episodes of Criminal Minds: Thomas Gibson's Aaron Hotchner looks off-camera in a black suit in 'Lauren.'

‘Criminal Minds’: The 5 Saddest Episodes, Ranked

'Criminal Minds' manages to make many fans cry every time with some of the saddest episodes of the serial killer crime drama.

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Alvez sitting next to a surprised looking Garcia in the 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' premiere

‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Premiere Questions Answered: Are Garcia and Alvez Together? What Happened to Reid?

'Criminal Minds' is back on Paramount+, and the series premiere answered some big fan questions -- including what came of Alvez and Garcia's dinner date.

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Criminal Minds: Evolution cast and characters: Aisha Tyler as Dr. Tara Lewis, A.J. Cook as Jennifer Jareau, Kirsten Vangsness as Penelope Garcia, Adam Rodriguez as Luke Alvez, Paget Brewster as Emily Prentiss and Joe Mantegna as David Rossi sitting around a table in the BAU office.

‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’: Where the Characters Left Off in Season 15

'Criminal Minds: Evolution' brings back six characters from the original series. Here's what happened when we last saw the BAU in action.

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‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Release Schedule: When Are New Episodes on Paramount+?

The BAU gets back to hunting serial killers in 'Criminal Minds: Evolution.' The 10-episode seasons starts streaming Thanksgiving Day on Paramount+.

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Criminal Minds: Evolution: Joe Mantegna's Dave Rossi stands beside an investigation board as A.J. Cook's Jennifer Jareau sits on a desk holding a folder.

Will ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Be on CBS?

'Criminal Minds: Evolution' arrives this week, but is the revival returning to its original home on CBS? Here's where to watch.

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Aisha Tyler holding a flashlight in 'Criminal Minds: Evolution'

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‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’: Aisha Tyler Says Revival Is ‘More Authentic’ Than Original Series

'Criminal Minds: Evolution' will show more of the BAU profilers' 'emotional lives' and show how they are affected by their 'dark, dark work,' Aisha Tyler says.

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Thomas Gibson, a Criminal Minds cast member who left the series, as Aaron Hotchner in 'Tribute' episode

‘Criminal Minds’: Every Main Cast Member Who Left and Why

'Criminal Minds' saw plenty of cast changes throughout its 15 seasons. Here are all the actors who left over the years and the reasons for their exits.

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Mandy Patinkin as Jason Gideon on Criminal Minds

‘Criminal Minds’: Why Gideon’s Death Happened Years After Mandy Patinkin Left

Mandy Patinkin left his role as Jason Gideon on 'Criminal Minds' early in season 3, but his death wasn't written in until season 10. Here's why.

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Joe Mantegna as David Rossi wearing an FBI vest and holding a gun in the 'Criminal Minds' revival 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' on Paramount+

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‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’: Joe Mantegna Says Paramount+ Revival Is a ‘Blessing’

Joe Mantegna talks about the much-anticipated 'Criminal Minds' revival on Paramount+ and discusses the similarities between himself and his character David Rossi.

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‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’: Shemar Moore Addresses Possible Return as Derek Morgan

Shemar Moore recently revealed whether he'd be willing to appear in the 'Criminal Minds' revival, 'Criminal Minds: Evolution.'

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Daniel Henney, Adam Rodriguez, Joe Mantegna, and A.J. Cook film a scene for Criminal Minds in 2018

‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Premiere Date, Revival Cast, and More

We know more than ever about 'Criminal Minds: Evolution,' a revival bound to make waves when it debuts on Paramount+.

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James Van Der Beek Was ‘a Little Bit Afraid’ to Go From ‘Dawson’s Creek’ to ‘Criminal Minds’

TV star James Van Der Beek took on a very different kind of role when he appeared in 'Criminal Minds.' And he wasn't sure he wanted to do it at first.

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The Criminal Minds cast stands on the set.

‘Criminal Minds’ Season 16 Storyline Revealed

Criminal Minds is back for season 16. The drama will air on streamer Paramount Plus. Here's what to expect from the main storyline.

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The Criminal Minds cast stands next to each other

‘Criminal Minds’ Revival Gets Green Light for 10-Episode Order at Paramount+

The Criminal Minds cast is back. Big news was announced and the show will be getting a new lease on life. Here are the details on this development.

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‘Criminal Minds’ Took Frankie Muniz From Comedic Child Star to Dramatic Adult Actor

From Malcolm in the Middle to Criminal Minds, Frankie Muniz's acting chops demonstrate he has the range to take on any role.

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‘Criminal Minds’ Is Leaving Netflix — Where to Stream It Instead

Netflix is losing one of its most popular shows. Twelve seasons of 'Criminal Minds' are leaving the streaming service on June 29.

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Ben Savage’s ‘Criminal Minds’ Role Landed Him Another TV Gig

Actor Ben Savage used his role as Jason Gideon to land a small part on an even bigger TV show. Looking like Mandy Patinkin sure paid off for him.

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