After twenty years, Criminal Minds will come to an end; there was an actor who learned about it 1.5 hours before the announcement.

The series "Criminal Minds" has been officially canceled after two decades. Originally launched in 2005, it concluded its 15-season run in 2020 but was revived in 2022 as "Criminal Minds: Evolution" on Paramount+, featuring some original cast members and a more interconnected storyline. The new installment received five seasons, with the final season set to air in 2027, although no specific premiere date has been announced. Kirsten Vangsness, a long-time cast member, expressed her surprise on Instagram, revealing she learned about the cancellation just 90 minutes before the public announcement. Erica Messer, the showrunner, also reacted with surprise, noting the significance of the series to her. Interestingly, "Criminal Minds: Evolution" was one of the most-watched streaming productions in the U.S. in 2026, ranking 11th with 13.15 billion minutes viewed.