Criminal Minds is showing no signs it’s ever going to slow down. Not only was the thriller a consistent hit for CBS for its first 15 seasons, but the continuation, Criminal Minds: Evolution is now going to be returning for its fifth season.
Yes, Paramount+ renewed Criminal Minds: Evolution for Season 20 on Tuesday, March 24. The news for this milestone season came the same day that the streamer shared news about its upcoming 19th season (a premiere date, first-look clip, and guest stars).
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