‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ Cast Reacts to Series’ Cancellation

Following the news of Criminal Minds: EvolutionAfter the show’s cancellation, some cast members took to social media to share their reaction.

On Friday, it was announced that the long-running police procedural would end after its 20th season, the fifth since the law was passed. Evolution subtitle after moving to Paramount+.

Kirsten Vangsness, who has played tech analyst Penelope Garcia since the first season, said in a video posted to Instagram, “Social media is kind of like having your own press conference, I guess. It happened. It’s being canceled, but then it says it’s ending ‘for now,'” pointing to a story about the series ending.

“You know the role in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory where Charlie gets the chocolate and it’s a bit bittersweet. He said: “Thank you very much for the chocolate. “Look how long (20 seasons) it never happens,” she continued. “But I love my job and my boss Erica Messer says there are so many more stories to tell. So if we can continue to tell them somewhere, that would be amazing. I know we all feel the same way.

Vangsness also revealed in the comments of the video that the cast found out about the cancellation news at the same time as fans did.

RJ Hatanaka, who joined the series during season 16 as FBI agent Tyler Green, shared a photo of the cast on Instagram with the caption, “Just the best group of people.”

AJ Cook, who has played Special Agent Jennifer “JJ” Jareau since the first season, shared Hatanaka’s post on his Instagram Story, adding, “These people own my heart forever and ever.” » She posted another photo on Halloween of her holding a tombstone for JJ, with the caption “Rest in peace JJ (for now).”

Paget Brewster, who has played Special Agent Emily Prentiss since season two, posted a photo of herself on social media, with the words “Free Agent.”

Aisha Tyler, who has played Dr. Tara Lewis since season 11, also reposted Hatanaka’s photo and added the message “Family for life.”

Criminal Minds: Evolution also stars Joe Mantegna as Special Agent David Rossi and Adam Rodriguez as Special Agent Luke Alvez.

The final season of the series is expected to air in 2027.

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