Paramount+ has recently unveiled details about the upcoming second season of “Criminal Minds: Evolution.” The streaming service shared teaser art, first-look images, and the premiere date for the upcoming season, set to premiere on Thursday, June 6, exclusively on Paramount+.
Produced by ABC Signature and CBS Studios, the new season will consist of 10 episodes, with the first two episodes available for streaming at launch with new episodes to drop weekly on Thursdays.
The storyline of the new season promises to pick up from the shocking events of the previous season’s finale. The FBI’s elite team of profilers, known as the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU), delves into the mysterious case of “Gold Star.” This investigation unravels a deadly conspiracy, further complicated by the negotiation of a deal involving serial killer Elias Voit, who ends up in federal custody in the BAU’s jurisdiction. This unexpected turn of events poses the team’s biggest challenge yet, as they navigate through mind-bending consequences and strive to emerge victorious despite the odds.
The cast of “Criminal Minds: Evolution” features a talented ensemble including Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Aisha Tyler, Zach Gilford, Ryan-James Hatanaka, Adam Rodriguez, and Paget Brewster. Notably, Felicity Huffman is set to guest star in this thrilling season, adding another layer of intrigue to the narrative.
Erica Messer, known for her work on “Criminal Minds” and “Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders,” serves as the showrunner and executive producer of “Criminal Minds: Evolution.” Alongside her, Breen Frazier, Chris Barbour, Glenn Kershaw, and Mark Gordon also take on executive producing roles, ensuring a high-quality and engaging production.
“Criminal Minds: Evolution” marks a continuation of the original “Criminal Minds” series, which enjoyed a successful 15-season run on CBS before concluding in 2020. The first season of “Evolution” debuted on Paramount+ in 2022, garnering significant attention and acclaim from fans of the franchise.
