Long-running procedural that made serial-killer cases weekly network fare.
Why it matters
Episode guide
364 episodes across 19 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
An elite FBI unit profiles serial offenders across America. Formulaic dread with ensemble warmth in the jet and bullpen.
Network & studio
- CBS — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 2000s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Long-running procedural that made serial-killer cases weekly network fare.
Creators
Jeff Davis
Key cast
- Thomas Gibson as Aaron Hotchner
- Shemar Moore as Derek Morgan
- Matthew Gray Gubler as Spencer Reid
- Kirsten Vangsness as Penelope Garcia
- A.J. Cook as Jennifer Jareau
- Joe Mantegna as David Rossi
Flash facts
- Became a CBS staple for 15 seasons.
- Reid and Garcia became fandom pillars.
- Later revived as Evolution.
FAQ
What network aired Criminal Minds?
Criminal Minds is associated with CBS (2005–2020).
Why is Criminal Minds in the TV Flash top 100 for the 2000s?
Long-running procedural that made serial-killer cases weekly network fare.
Who are the key names behind Criminal Minds?
Creators and principals include Jeff Davis.
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