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Criminal Minds: Evolution Renewed for 20th Season in 2027

3/24/2026

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Summary

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Criminal Minds: Evolution premieres its 19th season May 28, 2026, on Paramount+.
The series has been renewed for 20th season and will debut in 2027.
Season 19 features returning cast Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, and Kirsten Vangsness, with guest stars Yvette Nicole Brown and Clark Gregg.
The show is produced by 20th Television and CBS Studios, with Erica Messer as showrunner, and new episodes will be released weekly on Paramount+.

History

Historical Context

"Criminal Minds" premiered on CBS on September 22, 2005, introducing audiences to the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit. The series became a ratings success, culminating in 2020 after 15 seasons. Its revival, "Criminal Minds: Evolution," launched on November 24, 2022, reflecting a trend in the industry towards rebooting popular franchises, with cast members like Joe Mantegna returning to engage long-time fans.

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Story summary

Criminal Minds: Evolution premieres its 19th season May 28, 2026, on Paramount+.
The series has been renewed for 20th season and will debut in 2027.
Season 19 features returning cast Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, and Kirsten Vangsness, with guest stars Yvette Nicole Brown and Clark Gregg.
The show is produced by 20th Television and CBS Studios, with Erica Messer as showrunner, and new episodes will be released weekly on Paramount+.

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