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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 Sep 5, 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 is interviewing different candidates to join their ranks in the wake of Kate’s departure, including a forensic psychologist, Dr. Tara Lewis, who is eager to assist their efforts. Also, the BAU hunts for a serial killer who leaves behind distinctive evidence that points to someone intent on revenge.
Directed by Glenn KershawWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Brian Appel
Episode 2
When a Los Angeles bus is attacked with sarin gas, the BAU must act quickly to find the suspect before a larger-scale incident occurs.
Directed by John TerleskyWritten by Sharon Lee WatsonGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Samantha Sloyan, Marisol Nichols
Episode 3
When brides-to-be in Savannah are killed on the eve of their nuptials, the BAU suspects a jilted UnSub is at work.
Directed by Joe MantegnaWritten by Karen MaserGuest stars Aisha Tyler, David Paetkau
Episode 4
When three restaurant workers are killed in a robbery/homicide in Las Vegas, N.M., the BAU looks at a cold case that happened in the town six years ago for leads.
Directed by Larry TengWritten by Virgil WilliamsGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Emily Rios, Jackson Robert Scott, Blake Heron, Benito Martinez, Jesse Luken, Grainger Hines, Tony Colitti
Episode 5
When the BAU investigates incidents of bodies being incorporated into macabre graffiti art in Detroit, they suspect an elusive-yet-notorious street artist could be the UnSub. Also, Dr. Lewis struggles to balance her relationship with her fiancé and her work.
Directed by Thomas GibsonWritten by Bruce ZimmermanGuest stars Aisha Tyler
Episode 6
When a woman is murdered in a small town in Florida inhabited entirely by sex offenders, the BAU faces a community full of suspects. Also, Lewis receives a career opportunity that may take her away from the BAU.
Directed by Félix AlcaláWritten by Erik StillerGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Joel Gretsch, Taylor Spreitler, Rubén Garfias, Jakob Salvati, Noah Crawford, Kurt Scholler, Nolan Bateman
Episode 7
The BAU helps Rossi’s journalist daughter, Joy, investigate the disappearance of a college student. Also, the team is alarmed when Giuseppe Montolo dies in prison after he warns Morgan about the “Dirty Dozen,” an underground group of hitmen, and JJ returns from maternity leave.
Directed by Glenn KershawWritten by Jim ClementeGuest stars Amber Stevens West, Tasie Lawrence
Episode 8
Victims are kidnapped in Phoenix and forced to endure sleep deprivation. Meanwhile, JJ copes with exhaustion from juggling work and caring for her newborn son; and Hotch and Garcia deal with threats from the "Dirty Dozen," an underground hit man group.
Directed by Christoph SchreweWritten by Kimberly A. HarrisonGuest stars Aisha Tyler, James Morosini, Todd Lowe
Episode 9
After two undercover DEA agents are murdered and a third goes missing, the BAU joins the NSA to investigate whether an underground Internet drug syndicate is involved. Also, Hotch hopes the team’s work with the NSA brings them closer to finding the “Dirty Dozen” hitmen ring.
Directed by Diana ValentineWritten by Sharon Lee WatsonGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Erin Cardillo
Episode 10
The BAU searches for an UnSub who may be fascinated with medical experimentation.
Directed by Laura BelseyWritten by Bruce ZimmermanGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Pamela Shaddock, Tate Birchmore, Nancy Linehan Charles
Episode 11
The BAU implements an elaborate strategy to try and take down the “Dirty Dozen” hitmen ring, with Reid playing a central role.
Directed by Heather CappielloWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Finn Carr, Aubrey Plaza, Rochelle Aytes
Episode 12
When bodies are discovered in public places throughout Boston, the BAU investigates whether a taxi or ride-share service the victims used before their deaths could lead the team to the UnSub.
Directed by Tawnia McKiernanWritten by Karen MaserGuest stars Aisha Tyler
Episode 13
The BAU searches for a motive and an UnSub when victims are found in truck stop restrooms along highways throughout the South.
Directed by Hanelle M. CulpepperWritten by Kimberly A. HarrisonGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Sal Neslusan, Veronica Cartwright, Benjamin Plessala
Episode 14
When an 18-year-old girl escapes from a suburban home where she was held captive for years with two other women, the BAU searches for the Unsub who kidnapped them.
Directed by Bethany RooneyWritten by Virgil WilliamsGuest stars Daniel Roebuck, Amelia Rose Blaire, Rebekah Kennedy
Episode 15
Women are found dead inside their own homes throughout L.A. The BAU searches security footage for an UnSub who was invited into each victim's home.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Jim ClementeGuest stars Marisol Nichols
Episode 16
When Morgan is abducted, the BAU scrambles to find him and save his life.
Directed by Thomas GibsonWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Amarr M. Wooten, Danny Glover, Charles Mesure
Episode 17
The BAU heads to Wichita in search of an UnSub abducting children while their parents sleep. Also, Morgan tries to find who was responsible for his attack.
Directed by Joe MantegnaWritten by Bruce ZimmermanGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Jack McGraw, Elizabeth Bogush, Cornell Womack, Reston Williams, Bill Withers, Rochelle Aytes, Cannon Mosteller
Episode 18
When an UnSub targets the BAU, and the team goes into action to find out who is responsible.
Directed by Matthew Gray GublerWritten by Erica Messer, Kirsten VangsnessGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Lance Henriksen
Episode 19
When former team member Prentiss tracks an international serial killer, she enlists the help of the BAU when she believes the UnSub's next victim will be on American soil.
Directed by Tawnia McKiernanWritten by Virgil WilliamsGuest stars Paget Brewster, Aisha Tyler, Aaron Fernando
Episode 20
The BAU searches for an UnSub who is purposely disfiguring victims. Also, Rossi has an awkward reunion with his ex-wife, Hayden Montgomery, who kept his daughter, Joy, a secret from him for nearly 30 years.
Directed by Alec SmightWritten by Haben MerkerGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Dylan Bronte
Episode 21
When guards at a Virginia prison intercept a package with evidence relating to the kidnapping of two boys several years ago, the BAU questions a notorious serial killer who may have information on the boys’ whereabouts.
Directed by Félix AlcaláWritten by Sharon Lee WatsonGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Abby Donnelly, Reid Miller, Frances Fisher, Rick Peters, Jason Denuszek, Jason Caceres, Rebecca Lincoln
Episode 22
The BAU is shocked when Hotch is apprehended by a SWAT team and suspected of conspiracy, and as the team scrambles to prove his innocence, they suspect a larger plot is on the horizon.
Directed by Glenn KershawWritten by Erica Messer, Breen FrazierGuest stars Aisha Tyler, Mekhai Andersen, Josh Stewart, Cade Owens, Bodhi Elfman
Episode information updated Sep 17, 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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