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Paramount+ has renewed Criminal Minds: Evolution season 3 following the release of season 2 on June 6, 2024. Criminal Minds: Evolution has successfully rebooted the crime drama franchise, which originally ran from 2005 to 2020. Led by the in-boxed FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit, the series details complex crimes handled by the BAU.
The format of the original procedural is modified into a serialized narrative for the series. The new format has been well received, as it focused on a continuous storyline that keeps viewers on their toes.
Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 3 Is Officially Confirmed
Right after the second season's premiere, Paramount+ announced that Criminal Minds: Evolution is renewed for a third season. The renewal decision seemed very quick, considering it was decided by the fact that the continuation preserved the popularity of the original series.
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Filming for the third season is due to commence later in 2024, and the network is eyeing an annual release. The move would help the series not lose steam with viewers and also retain the pacing of its narrative.
Who will be in the cast of Criminal Minds: Evolution season 3?
The cast for the third season of Criminal Minds: Evolution remains a mystery. The new series, having been formatted in a serialized way, has increased everything related to character deaths and major changes.
Joe Mantegna as David Rossi, Paget Brewster as Emily Prentiss and Kirsten Vangsness as Penelope Garcia are expected to return, but nothing's officially declared yet.
Additionally, Matthew Gray Gubler's return as Spencer Reid and Shemar Moore as Derek Morgan can also be expected. Neither character has appeared in the reboot yet. Reid is still in the FBI universe, while Morgan is out of the FBI altogether.
What can we expect from Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 3?
The plot for season 3 would most likely revolve around the events of the season 2 finale. The "Gold Star" storyline has been running centre through it all, so how it's resolved or carried forward could set the tone for the new season.
It's in the serialized construction of Criminal Minds: Evolution that there are further opportunities for character development and intricate storylines, setting it apart from traditional procedural formats.
Whether it be the continuation of the "Gold Star" storyline or the beginning of another, the series will look to maintain an interesting and tense plotline.
Impact of announcement of Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 3 renewal
The news of a third season renewal for Criminal Minds: Evolution tells a lot about how engaging the audience has been with the show and its positive reception. The serialized format provides a different feel to the audiences compared to the very traditional franchise set-up, which worked out well.
That's the reason behind the recognition by Paramount+ that the series needs to continue with this streak of strong content. The announcement of a third season cements the continuity of the Criminal Minds franchise. The reboot has been able to hold on very tightly to the original while bringing on board some elements that increase its appeal.
Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 3 is officially happening, courtesy of Paramount+. and is set to begin filming is due to commence later in 2024.
The network aims to retain its yearly release schedule. The renewal has already secured a future for the Criminal Minds franchise, showing its staying power and flexibility to new viewer preferences.
