Fans of Criminal Minds can finally rejoice, as the much-anticipated reboot of the hit crime drama has a confirmed premiere date. After months of speculation, Criminal Minds: Evolution will officially debut on November 24, 2024 on the streaming platform Paramount+.
This reboot is more than just a continuation of the original series. It’s set to bring a fresh twist while maintaining the core elements that made the original Criminal Minds a fan favorite. The show will follow the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) as they tackle new and complex cases involving dangerous serial killers. This time, however, the plot has an overarching narrative. The BAU will face a new kind of threat: a network of killers that was formed during the pandemic. This more serialized format is a departure from the mostly episodic structure of the original series, giving fans deeper character development and more intricate storylines to sink their teeth into.
What makes Criminal Minds: Evolution even more exciting for longtime viewers is the return of several beloved cast members. Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Aisha Tyler, Adam Rodriguez, and Paget Brewster are all reprising their roles, bringing their characters back to life for this next chapter. Fans who have followed the show for its 15-season run are thrilled to see these familiar faces return to the BAU.
Though Criminal Minds originally concluded in 2020, its popularity never waned, remaining one of the most-watched shows on streaming platforms. The reboot was inevitable given the enduring fan demand and the success of crime dramas in the current television landscape.
For those eager to binge-watch the new season, the first two episodes will drop on premiere day, with the remaining episodes released weekly. With its blend of dark, gripping storylines, psychological suspense, and emotional depth, Criminal Minds: Evolution is sure to captivate both new viewers and die-hard fans alike.
Mark your calendars for November 24, as the BAU returns to action, ready to face a new breed of killers. The wait is almost over!
