TV series
To catch a criminal, you have to think like one.
An elite team of FBI profilers analyze the country's most twisted criminal minds, anticipating their next moves before they strike again. The Behavioral Analysis Unit's most experienced agent is David Rossi, a founding member of the BAU who returns to help the team solve new cases.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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An elite team of FBI profilers analyze the country's most twisted criminal minds, anticipating their next moves before they strike again. The Behavioral Analysis Unit's most experienced agent is David Rossi, a founding member of the BAU who returns to help the team solve new cases.
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Episode 1
The BAU hunts kidnappers targeting couples as Elias Voit faces a familiar darkness in prison
Directed by Douglas AarniokoskiWritten by Erica MesserGuest stars Mekhai Andersen, Phoenix Andersen, Jeri Ryan, Levi Meaden, Tyler Lawrence Gray, Cher Alvarez, Owais Ahmed, Robert Morgan
Episode 2
The BAU investigates a veteran's death as Prentiss and Voit move to shut down a podcast from conspiracy theorist Brian Garrity.
Directed by Anthony VietroWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Paul F. Tompkins, Nicole Pacent, Meredith Salenger, Richard Cabral, Jamison Jones, Lyndon Smith, Jamie Nieto, Jim Hanna
Episode 3
When new bodies are linked to Sicarius, the BAU takes Voit into the field to verify the killings.
Directed by Jackeline TejadaWritten by Christopher BarbourGuest stars Mekhai Andersen, Phoenix Andersen, Nicole Pacent, Cress Williams, Omono Okojie, Rob Yang, Kofi Siriboe, Imani Hakim
Episode 4
An UnSub terrorizes spouses before killing one and sparing the other. Meanwhile, Voit receives disturbing mail from The Fan, a mysterious admirer.
Directed by Adam RodriguezWritten by Carlton GillespieGuest stars Mekhai Andersen, Dash Mihok, Connor Storrie, Jessi Case, Michelle Krusiec, Gillian White, Inny Clemons, Matthew Pohlkamp
Episode 5
Alvez and Tyler team up to investigate the murder of an FBI training instructor, while the rest of the BAU explore ways to lure out The Fan.
Directed by Nelson McCormickWritten by Sullivan FitzgeraldGuest stars Paul F. Tompkins, Nicole Pacent, Jamison Jones, Connor Storrie, Xavier Jiménez, Nicholas Gonzalez, Calahan Skogman, Yvette Nipar
Episode 6
The team investigates The Fan, while Brian Garrity questions the damage caused by his podcast.
Directed by Sharat RajuWritten by Chikodili AgwunaGuest stars Paul F. Tompkins, Connor Storrie, Molly Burnett, Yvette Nicole Brown, Gianni DeCenzo, Brie Carter, Philicia Saunders, Matt Mercurio
Episode 7
While the BAU investigates a cop killer, Voit receives an enigmatic new visitor.
Directed by Zach GilfordWritten by Jayne A. ArcherGuest stars Eddie Blackwell, Justin Kirk, Carlena Britch, Carlos Santos, Cara Jade Myers, Gary Perez, Matt Biedel, Becky Wu
Episode 8
Voit asks the BAU for help after he is threatened by The Fan, and the team must race to stop an UnSub before he can finish his chilling work with his latest victim.
Directed by James TakataWritten by Charles DeweyGuest stars Mekhai Andersen, Phoenix Andersen, Nicole Pacent, Jessi Case, Justin Kirk, Allison Nordahl Nunez, Alyssa Jirrels, Casey Biggs
Episode 9
After The Fan sets his sights on Brian Garrity and Voit devises a strategy to deal with his nemesis, the BAU must use their profiling prowess to identify The Fan and save their ally.
Directed by Bethany RooneyWritten by Breen Frazier, Ryan McGonnigalGuest stars Paul F. Tompkins, Nicole Pacent, Connor Storrie, Jessi Case, Justin Kirk, Yvette Nicole Brown, Eddie Blackwell, Morgan West
Episode 10
Written by Christopher Barbour
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Mandy PatinkinJason Gideon
Joe MantegnaDavid Rossi
Paget BrewsterEmily Prentiss
Thomas GibsonAaron Hotchner
Adam RodriguezLuke Alvez
Kirsten VangsnessPenelope Garcia
Lola GlaudiniElle Greenaway
A.J. CookJennifer Jareau
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