‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ features the BAU’s most ‘formidable’ nemesis yet during season 19 premiere

The elite profilers of the BAU are back in action. Criminal Minds: Evolution officially launched its 19th season on Thursday, May 28, bringing a new two-episode premiere exclusively to Paramount+.

A High-Stakes Season

This latest installment drops the team into a fresh series of chilling investigations. The narrative arc ties into Elias Volt’s ongoing path to atonement, which inadvertently leads the team toward their most dangerous challenge yet: a villain known as "The Fan." This relentless antagonist promises to push the BAU to their absolute breaking point as the season unfolds.

Streaming Details and Schedule

Fans can follow the action on Paramount+ throughout the summer, with new episodes airing weekly following the premiere. The season consists of 10 episodes total, concluding with the finale on July 23.

Subscription Options

New viewers can access the content via two primary tiers on Paramount+:

• Paramount+ Essential: Starting at $8.99/month, this ad-supported plan includes original series, CBS News 24/7, select Showtime content, and viewing on up to three devices at once.
• Paramount+ with Showtime: Starting at $13.99/month, this ad-free experience includes 4K content, downloadable episodes, and the complete Showtime library.

Star-Studded Cast

The core cast returns for another season, including Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Aisha Tyler, Zach Gilford, RJ Hatanaka, Adam Rodriguez, Paget Brewster, and Erica Messer. They are joined by a heavy-hitting roster of guest stars, such as Yvette Nicole Brown, Clark Gregg, Jeri Ryan, Paul F. Tompkins, Cress Williams, Kofi Siriboe, Justin Kirk, Dash Mihok, Nicholas Gonzalez, and Conner Storrie.