When the end credits roll on Criminal Minds: Evolution‘s Season 18 finale, viewers will experience a satisfying sense of closure and a strong urge to dive into a new case. But does the finale signal the conclusion of our journey with the BAU? Or will the team be back to hunt more unsubs in Season 19?

After three seasons filled with Sicarius-related killers, questions, and unresolved issues that begged for closure, Criminal Minds: Evolution has finally wrapped up a vital chapter of Elias Voit’s (Zach Gilford) terrifying yet gripping story. The major question at the end of Season 18 is whether the Paramount+ revival series will extend beyond Sicarius.

Is a Season 19 of Criminal Minds: Evolution on the horizon? Has Paramount+ renewed or canceled Criminal Minds: Evolution? And if the series makes a comeback, when will Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 19 premiere, and what can we anticipate from the series in the future? Decider has the answers.

Here’s what to know about the future of Criminal Minds: Evolution on Paramount+.

How Many Episodes Are In Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 18?

Like the first two Paramount+ seasons, Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 18 consisted of 10 episodes, which means Season 18, Episode 10, “The Disciple,” which premiered on July 10, 2025, served as the finale.

Will There Be A Season 19 Of Criminal Minds: Evolution On Paramount+?

Great news, BAU fans! Criminal Minds: Evolution received an early Season 19 renewal from Paramount+ back on March 5, two months before Season 18 premiered on May 8.

Is it Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 4 or Season 19?

Great question! Criminal Minds: Evolution caused some confusion over the past few years, because Season 19, for instance, can also be referred to as Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 4. If you’re assigning seasons based on Paramount+’s new revival series alone, Evolution was renewed for a fourth season. But because Criminal Minds ran for 15 seasons on CBS and Evolution is a continuation of the series, many fans (including Paramount+) count these new streaming seasons in the overall tally, which means Criminal Minds: Evolution is returning for Season 19.

Is Criminal Minds: Evolution Filming?

Yes! The BAU is already back in action — and they have been for quite some time! The Criminal Minds Instagram account shared a photo of the cast back on set for Season 19 on May 30, and since then, cast members including Kirsten Vangsness, Joe Mantegna, and more have shared BTS content on social media.

When Will Criminal Minds: Evolution Return With New Episodes? Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 19 Premiere Date:

There’s no official Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 19 premiere date yet, but considering new episodes have been released annually since 2022, it’s safe to say we can expect new episodes in 2026. That said, as the release schedule below shows, Paramount+ doesn’t stick to a single release season. So stay tuned for Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 19 premiere updates.

• Season 16: November 2022 to February 2023
• Season 17: June 2024 to August 2024
• Season 18: May 2025 to July 2025

Looking for a detailed Criminal Minds: Evolution‘s Season 18 finale recap? Decider’s got you covered. The main takeaways heading into Season 19 are that The Disciple is unmasked and in custody, Voit confessed to Sicarius’ crimes and is headed to lockup in a supermax prison in Virginia, and thanks to his help, the BAU was able to ID and arrest everyone using his network. After three seasons of tracking Sicarius-related unsubs, the team will likely move on to new cases in Season 19, with help from Tyler, who’s been permanently assigned to help the BAU. In addition to professional developments, Criminal Minds: Evolution will continue to give glimpses into BAU members’ personal lives, too. So stay tuned!

How To Watch Criminal Minds: Evolution: Paramount+ Streaming Info

Criminal Minds: Evolution is exclusively streaming on Paramount+, which means you’ll need to be a subscriber in order to watch new episodes.

Paramount+ offers two subscription plans. The ad-supported Essential plan costs $7.99/month, while the ad-free Premium plan (which comes with Showtime and live CBS) costs $12.99/month. New subscribers can take advantage of a seven-day free trial.

Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 18 is now streaming in full on the platform.