Ever since Criminal Minds first debuted in 2005, fans can't get enough of those working in the Behavioral Analysis Unit.

Following a group of intelligent FBI profilers, the CBS drama followed the team as they went all over the country to solve some of the most twisted crimes. Couple that with the show exploring the agents' personal lives in between cases, and the concept drew viewers in for 15 seasons. And let's not forget —the show also featured a dynamic cast, including Matthew Gray Gubler, Paget Brewster, Joe Mantegna, Shemar Moore and others.

While the series eventually ended after 15 seasons in 2020, Paramount+ decided to reboot the series for a spinoff in 2022. Titled Criminal Minds: Evolution, viewers got to see more stories coming from the FBI. And if that wasn't enough, they got to meet a high-level UnSub (portrayed by Zach Gilford) whose presence continues to be felt as season 3 begins airing new episodes beginning May 8, 2025 on Paramount+.

Given how the Criminal Minds franchise continues to draw in fans so many years after its inception, it's only natural people want to know how to watch and stream Criminal Minds. While we aren't qualified to solve federal cases, we did find the evidence you need to watch every episode of the show, from anywhere.

How to watch and stream Criminal Minds:

First things, first. Since Criminal Minds: Evolution is currently available to stream on Paramount+, fans can watch the original series on the streamer, too. In fact, the site actually has both shows under the same title page, so you can watch the hit spinoff as soon as you're done watching Criminal Minds.

Now, if you don't have an account ready on Paramount+, the site offers multiple plans that begin at just $7.99 per month (or $59.99 per year). Once you're all set, just click on the title page on Paramount+'s website or on-the-go with the Paramount+ app.

But wait — there's more! Paramount+ isn't the only place longtime Criminal Minds fans can watch and stream the series at home. Hulu also has the first 15 seasons available for viewers to peruse, making it a perfect choice for those who'd rather stick with just the original series.

If you prefer to watch Criminal Minds on Hulu, the site's plans start at just $9.99 per month (or $99.99 per year). Once you create a profile, you can then go to the title page on Hulu's website or on the Hulu app.

So, what are you waiting for? Wheels up!

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Adrianna Freedman
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As the entertainment and news associate editor for Good Housekeeping, Adrianna (she/her) writes about everything TV, movies, music and pop culture. She graduated from Yeshiva University with a B.A. in journalism and a minor in business management. She covers shows like The Rookie, 9-1-1 and Grey's Anatomy, though when she’s not watching the latest show on Netflix, she’s taking martial arts or drinking way too much coffee.