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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 hunt for a methodical killer takes the BAU to Arizona to search for an increasingly devolving unsub, and the team speculates that Hotch is in the running to be the new BAU Section Chief following the death of Erin Strauss.
Directed by Glenn KershawWritten by Janine Sherman BarroisGuest stars Camryn Manheim, Brianne Howey
Episode 2
As the BAU zeroes in on the suspect of the ritualistic killings they've been investigating in Arizona, a bizarre connection within the unsub's family could lead them to finally nab the suspect.
Directed by Larry TengWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Camryn Manheim, Brianne Howey
Episode 3
When a sniper strikes Dallas, the BAU investigates whether the upcoming anniversary of the Kennedy assassination is a motivating factor or if something else is driving the unsub.
Directed by Bethany RooneyWritten by Sharon Lee WatsonGuest stars Eva LaRue, Mike Colter, John M. Jackson, Yetide Badaki, Blake Gibbons, Suanne Spoke, Kate Comer, Aly Sykes
Episode 4
The BAU meets their new section chief, Mateo Cruz, who, unbeknownst to them, shares a long work history with JJ. Cruz joins the team as they comb the streets of Baltimore for an unsub who leaves victims unable to communicate.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Erica MesserGuest stars David Anders, Nicholas Brendon, Brian Appel, Esai Morales
Episode 5
As Hotch fights for his life due to complications from his stabbing at the hands of George Foyet, a.k.a. "The Reaper," he experiences visions of his late wife, Haley, and his nemesis, Foyet. Meanwhile, the BAU searches for a missing teenager and investigate her estranged father as a suspect in her disappearance.
Directed by Douglas AarniokoskiWritten by Virgil WilliamsGuest stars C. Thomas Howell, Todd Stashwick, Madison Davenport, Courtenay Taylor, Bruce Katzman, Rajesh Bose, Granville Ames, Colin Woodell
Episode 6
The BAU are called to Utah to investigate the murder of a women who died by being buried under stones. All while Penelope plans a Day of the Dead party.
Directed by Michael LangeWritten by Bruce Zimmerman
Episode 7
Though Rossi is sad because his favorite bar is closing, the team goes to Boston to solve a series of strangulations.
Directed by Matthew Gray GublerWritten by Erica MesserGuest stars Angela Bullock, Joey Luthman, Julianna Guill
Episode 8
When teenagers who were reported missing are suspected of a series of mass murders in Chicago, the BAU investigates their whereabouts to find a motive for the crimes. Also, Morgan has conflicting feelings when his girlfriend takes her job at a hospital as seriously as he takes his.
Directed by John TerleskyWritten by Kimberly A. HarrisonGuest stars Maurice Compte, AJ Achinger, Alexander G. Eckert
Episode 9
When skeletons are discovered in the backyard of a home in Virginia, family secrets and past racial divisions are brought to light.
Directed by Constantine MakrisWritten by Janine Sherman BarroisGuest stars Seth Gilliam, Esai Morales, Glynn Turman
Episode 10
When a young boy goes missing from his home in St. Louis, the BAU reinvestigates a similar cold case to search for the UnSub.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Sharon Lee WatsonGuest stars Frank Collison, Doug Savant, Marika Domińczyk
Episode 11
When the BAU is called to Kansas City to investigate a series of murders, a tense reunion ensues between Blake and her father, a retired police captain, and her brother, a detective, who must work together to help solve the crime.
Directed by Glenn KershawWritten by Virgil WilliamsGuest stars Jake B. Miller, Macka Foley, Tom Bower
Episode 12
A murder investigation leads to Garcia delving into her hacker past -- and reconnecting with her former love.
Directed by Tawnia McKiernanWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Amanda May, Paulo Costanzo, Jesse Heiman, Jeffrey Combs, Erik Passoja, Clifford Morts, Caroline Whitney Smith, Jackie Joyner
Episode 13
As the team searches for a vigilante killer in Cleveland, Rossi's former Marine sergeant goes missing in Los Angeles; J.J.'s secret catches up with her.
Directed by Joe MantegnaWritten by Bruce ZimmermanGuest stars Meshach Taylor
Episode 14
When JJ is kidnapped, the BAU delves into her time at the State Department to find clues to her disappearance and uncover a secret mission that now puts her life in danger. To help with their search for JJ, the team calls upon Prentiss to help in the crisis
Directed by Larry TengWritten by Rick DunkleGuest stars Paget Brewster, Gina Garcia, Mekhai Andersen, Josh Stewart, Nicholas Brendon, Tahmoh Penikett, Brian Appel, Jayne Atkinson
Episode 15
The BAU travels to Pittsburgh on the hunt for a pair of suspects that appear to be working together as a team; Garcia and Morgan reveal their Valentine's Day plans for their respective significant others to each other.
Directed by Félix AlcaláWritten by Kimberly A. HarrisonGuest stars Wendy Davis, Brittany Faith Rosoff, Ned Bellamy, Mary Mara
Episode 16
When a 4-year-old girl goes missing while staying with a relative in Mississippi, the BAU uncovers some startling truths as the team races to find the child and bring her to safety.
Directed by Thomas GibsonWritten by Jim ClementeGuest stars Ashley Jones, Sianoa Smit-McPhee, Molly Culver, Julia Butters, Trisha Rae Stahl, Cassandra Relynn, Tysen D'Eston, Brad Berryhill
Episode 17
The BAU must determine the true cause and motive when several drowned people are discovered in the Las Vegas desert.
Directed by Rob LiebermanWritten by Sharon Lee WatsonGuest stars Ashton Holmes, Michael Irby
Episode 18
When three bodies are found with animal and human bite marks in a shallow grave near Milwaukee, the BAU has puzzling questions to answer. Meanwhile, Reid and Garcia work out for a company fitness test, but try to hide their preparation from Morgan.
Directed by Douglas AarniokoskiWritten by Virgil WilliamsGuest stars Steve Monroe, Chris Coy, Tammy Lauren, Phil Abrams, Dana Melanie, George Alvarez, Chloé Wepper, Brittani Ebert
Episode 19
Morgan's visit with a survivor of unusual stabbings in upstate New York leads to more questions about the case.
Directed by Hanelle M. CulpepperWritten by Janine Sherman BarroisGuest stars Sunny Suljic, Aasha Davis, Emayatzy Corinealdi, Taymour Ghazi, Anthony Nuccio, Mandi Kreisher, Lisa Kaminir, Guy Nardulli
Episode 20
Two murder victims are found in a West Virginia backwoods community. The investigation reveals that the homicides may be linked to a long-simmering feud between two families.
Directed by Matthew Gray GublerWritten by Breen FrazierGuest stars Tobin Bell, Bill Oberst Jr.
Episode 21
The team searches for a commonality when a series of target abductions take place; Savannah is frustrated with Morgan's traveling.
Directed by Rob HardyWritten by Ticona S. JoyGuest stars Rochelle Aytes, Anne Leighton, Marshall R. Teague, Jason Turner, Lisa Grady, CJ McBath, Colleen Donovan, Alisha Wainwright
Episode 22
Victims of arsenic poisoning are found in Long Beach. The investigation reveals that the killer has a fascination with Greek mythology, based on handwritten death threats to the deceased and other mysterious clues. Meanwhile, Hotch becomes concerned about participating in Jack's third-grade career day.
Directed by Larry TengWritten by Bruce ZimmermanGuest stars Brian Baumgartner, Cade Owens
Episode 23
When prostitutes are murdered in Texas, their deaths seem to have religious overtones; members of the team are put at risk throughout the course of the investigation.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Janine Sherman Barrois, Rick Dunkle, Breen FrazierGuest stars Sarah Stouffer, Brett Cullen, Michael Trucco, Kevin E. West, Brady Smith, Esai Morales, Romi Dias, Tamara Clatterbuck
Episode 24
The investigation in Texas reveals a deep web of corruption; Garcia must save a friend.
Directed by Glenn KershawWritten by Erica MesserGuest stars Brett Cullen, Michael Trucco, Kevin E. West, Brady Smith, Esai Morales, Romi Dias, Tamara Clatterbuck, David Atkinson
Episode information updated Sep 19, 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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