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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
Prentiss uncovers a series of brutal killings linked by a specific calling card. Despite being haunted by Elias Voit, the BAU is forced to team up with him to track the Gold Star killer. Rossi and Prentiss devise a plan to gain leverage over Voit.
Directed by Douglas AarniokoskiWritten by Erica MesserGuest stars Nicole Pacent, Zeke Alton, Clayton Cannon, Clark Gregg, Heart Hayes, Peter A. Hulne
Episode 2
The BAU investigates a series of killings with the same brutal M.O. they saw with the strike team deaths. The team tries to link the victims to determine if they are dealing with the same killer. Rebecca joins Lewis and Tyler Green on a stakeout.
Directed by A.J. CookWritten by Matthew LauGuest stars Andy Gala, Nicole Pacent, Bernadette Balagtas, Emmett Hunter, Martin Martinez, Brinly Marum, Amy Pietz, Jose Rosete
Episode 3
The BAU investigates the "Moving Day Murders" and track a ritualistic killer with a twisted method of subduing his victims. Tyler goes rogue to track down the latest Gold Star lead. Prentiss is targeted by conspiracy theorists.
Directed by Adam RodriguezWritten by Sullivan Fitzgerald, Carlton GillespieGuest stars Paul F. Tompkins, Nicole Pacent, Allison Nordahl Nunez, Mia Coleman, Kiele Sanchez, Heather Adair, Jonney Ahmanson, Joe Alvarez
Episode 4
The BAU is faced with more Gold Star killing with the same gruesome M.O. Elias Voit says goodbye to his family. Prentiss wrestles with the fallout of her run-in with Brian Garrity. Garcia hacks the cloned phone brought in by Tyler Green.
Directed by Joe MantegnaWritten by Jayne A. Archer, Chikodili AgwunaGuest stars Paul F. Tompkins, Allison Nordahl Nunez, Mia Coleman, Kiele Sanchez, Joe Alvarez, Andrew Miller, David Garelik, Liana Liberato
Episode 5
The BAU enlists Voit to help capture Jade and Damien, the UnSubs behind the Gold Star killings. Damien and Jade get the upper hand and the BAU must watch as Voit tries to negotiate with them in order to avoid a mass casualty event.
Directed by Sharat RajuWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Paul F. Tompkins, Nicole Pacent, David Garelik, Liana Liberato, Dominic Burgess, Jordan Drake
Episode 6
Alvez and Garcia profile who might be targeting Tyler's ex-girlfriend. JJ helps Prentiss work through an existential hangover. When Rossi's Voit delusions reach a breaking point, Rossi confronts Voit and unpack what has been truly haunting him.
Directed by Nelson McCormickWritten by Sullivan Fitzgerald, Carlton GillespieGuest stars Michelle Ortiz, Anthony Mark Barrow, Ron Blair
Episode 7
The BAU zeroes in on a sadistic UnSub in D.C. with a twisted M.O. Prentiss and Rossi dive into the BAU's history to find connections to Gold Star. Prentiss reaches out to someone from Rossi's past. Voit utilizes his lawyer to reach out to Damien.
Directed by Aisha TylerWritten by Jayne A. Archer, Chikodili AgwunaGuest stars Kamen Edwards, Amy Gumenick, Felicity Huffman, Daniel Joo, Mark Labella, Ren Montero, Kevin M. Walsh, Brian J. White
Episode 8
The BAU tries to get ahead of Jade and Damien who are on a killing spree. Rossi must confront an old flame to unpack the secrets behind the Gold Star program. Tyler and Rebecca attempt to gain leverage over Elias Voit's lawyer.
Directed by Zach GilfordWritten by Christopher Barbour, Charles DeweyGuest stars Nicole Pacent, David Garelik, Liana Liberato, Felicity Huffman, Brian J. White, Ron Bottitta
Episode 9
With Jade on the run, the BAU continues to assemble the pieces connecting Gold Star victims to Aida Limited. Jade and Dana follow Voit’s breadcrumbs to the heart of the “conspiracy.” A search warrant execution by the BAU has deadly consequences.
Directed by Bethany RooneyWritten by Christopher BarbourGuest stars Nicole Pacent, David Garelik, Liana Liberato, Felicity Huffman, Brian J. White, Rafael Cabrera, Alessandro Garcia, David Bradley
Episode 10
When the identity of the last Gold Star member is revealed, the pieces of the puzzle click together. Prentiss, now in mortal danger, must confront Jade and her accomplice to expose the truth behind the “conspiracy” before time runs out for the BAU.
Directed by Glenn KershawWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Nicholas D'Agosto, Nicole Pacent, Clark Gregg, Liana Liberato, Brian J. White, Josie Nivar, Tuc Watkins, Roman Mitichyan
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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