Paramount+ subscribers are saying goodbye to another beloved series, and they’re not happy about it.
After years of following the same familiar characters and getting caught up in their latest investigations, fans recently learned that the long-running crime drama Criminal Minds: Evolution is officially coming to an end. The news has sparked plenty of disappointment among viewers, especially those who have stuck with the franchise throughout its two-decade run. Read more about the cancellation announcement and how fans reacted below.
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'Criminal Minds: Evolution' Is Ending After 20 Seasons
Criminal Minds has been a fan favorite since it first premiered on CBS in 2005, following a team of FBI profilers from the Behavioral Analysis Unit as they investigate some of the country's most dangerous criminals.
The original series ran for 15 seasons before wrapping up in 2020, but the story continued when Paramount+ revived the show as Criminal Minds: Evolution in 2022, bringing back several familiar cast members. However, the franchise is officially reaching its final chapter.
On October 30th, it was announced that Criminal Minds: Evolution will end with its upcoming 20th season, which is expected to premiere on Paramount+ sometime in 2027. Showrunner Erica Messer shared a statement expressing gratitude to the cast, crew, and loyal viewers who have kept the series going for two decades, adding that the team is looking forward to celebrating the show's legacy with its final season.
Fans Are Heartbroken Over The 'Criminal Minds' Cancellation
Although the series will get one more season to wrap up its storylines, that hasn't made the news any easier for longtime viewers to accept.
Many subscribers are disappointed that one of their favorite crime dramas is coming to an end, and are upset that Paramount+ would make the decision to pull the plug on a show that has maintained such a dedicated fanbase. Others are already saying they'll miss seeing the team back on their screens.
"This is actually so sad to see an entire era of television finally coming to an end," responded a user on X. "Why do networks always cancel the shows we've watched for over a decade?"
"I'll really miss this show," as another called the news a "horrible decision."
"I wanted more!" a fan added.
"I'm so angry," added another.
