Differences Between Criminal Minds and Criminal Minds Evolution

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If you're curious about "Criminal Minds: Evolution," we've got you covered with the biggest differences between it and the original show. For this list, we’ll be looking at how the 2022 revival from Paramount Plus differs from the long-running OG series on CBS. Warning: Spoilers ahead for “Criminal Minds” and the first five episodes of “Criminal Minds: Evolution.” Our list includes the Darker Tone & Style, A Different BAU, Episodic Format, and more! Are you a “Criminal Minds” fan? What do you think of “Evolution”? Let us know in the comments.
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[@jacobdrolet4262]

I never saw crime minds before or got into it too. Is evolution good starting point to get into the crime minds show/franchise too.

[@lisawilson9981]

No

[@Gigi-my8pr]

@@jacobdrolet4262 if you like this maybe you should check out the original Criminal minds with the original cast Spencer hotch Morgan it’s incredible the storylines crazy unsubs really entertaining!!

[@rothsshvili5125]

Never watched Criminal Minds. Still, OKish to watch Criminal Minds Evolution, or else? What are your thoughts and recommendation on this?

[@sanelabalic5045]

Fascinating ❤❤❤ and you have if u haven't watched u have to start whatching from the Season 1...to understand the further....this TV Show had save my life and also gave me very big amount of knowledge, and understanding the '" Psychology" ❤

[@melarie205]

its never gonna be the same without Reid, Hotch and Morgan😢

[@Iansco1]

Hoch has a violence issue IRL.

[@patriciaalvareztostado8170]

But the show survive without Morgan and Hotch (and Thomas isnt coming back), add Shermar has a show, I think in the case of Mathew GG he was here for all the show I think actor sometimes want yo do other roles the get better as an actors, he and JJ were my favorite, but I love all, they all brig something to the table and Tara and Luke biring something to the table,

[@LarryLease]

They have hinted at spencer a few times. I wouldn't be surprised to see a cameo

[@Itskcdiaries]

@@Iansco1 hotch toxic has fuck

[@emanuelgonzalez7046]

I still miss gideon, i hate how they kll him in the serie. By a bird type serial killer? wtf, give him an sad death and an amazing serial killer, they give him a human pidgeon. God, after years still mad about it.

[@thaabeetarot1478]

Even though the original cast is not together, I love that the show is back! And it’s just as good. It’s like a continuing episode with still good writing.

[@MarvinMoore-bf3te]

Uh, a lot of the original cast is there

[@katharinawolf4671]

@@MarvinMoore-bf3tethey said ‚not together‘ as in Reid, Hotch and Morgan are missing and they were the OG team

[@ThePromNightDisaster]

I am obsessed with Criminal Minds and so happy with how Evolution has turned out.

[@Elnont]

Nah I couldn’t even finish the OG criminal minds without Hotch. Thomas Gibsons peformance elevated the show to another level.

[@flav2689]

Indeed. I watched it but it was like 2/3 of what it was before - at best.

[@flav2689]

I was referring to the OG show. But it’s the exact same thing with the Evolution.

[@leesashriber5097]

I'm sad Reed isn't coming back. He was such a pivotal part of the team.

[@Lonelyboiii31]

Nooooooooooooooooooooo the walking computer? Whyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[@TRUECRIMESPTV]

I like Reed, but I actually really enjoy the show without him.

[@HeyheyandAwesomedudeutbegaming]

Given that it just got renewed for another season, something tells me the boy genius will return

[@jimmyanngladfelter9659]

Me too, love that guy!!

[@Choose2Connect]

I guess you can say that about any of the characters, yeah?

[@miniharez]

Criminal minds evolution was a huge leap in quality production and story writing. It felt like I was watching a big budget movie! cant wait for season 17!

[@Panwere36]

I love that the series is now telling the truth about the political games that are hindering the FBI. As long as "budget cuts" are used as an excuse to get rid of agents who actually do their jobs and take them seriously (as well as upholding the Constitution seriously...), the real life Bureau cannot be trusted to investigate if Charmin is still squeezably soft!

[@walker1583]

Love this "new" season, was worried about missing Reed, Same feeling with Mandy Patinkin leaving the show and Shemar Moore when they left and I still continued to love the series. As the vid above already said is that it's almost movie like as in darker. Can't wait for ep 9 as we just finished ep8

[@keisharay-owens8841]

I hate the fact Spencer isn’t there but I love this show and the new look and feel of the show!!!

[@Jman417]

I like the graphic language and the show is great.

[@lisawilson9981]

Without Hotch, Morgan and Reid Criminal Minds is not Criminal Minds.

[@andremendoza93]

Big facts!!!!!!!!!!

[@Big-o_gamer]

Facts

[@ElvisRose_]

Honestly, this show should have never ended. I like some of the ways it's been changed for streaming like the realistic language, the cinematic tone, and the serialized unsub but I don't want to totally give up the episodic story telling or the lighthearted moments of friendship and family that offset the serial killers and made me invest 15 years in these characters. So we'll see how season two goes...

[@goodanytimej8688]

My girlfriends seen every episode so I started watching it, now I'm hooked and so excited for the second half of this season starting tonight!

[@nicholashqar1654]

Its more darker and i like it

[@ShanellM]

I like this season a lot but nothing will ever compare to Season 1-9 especially Season 3-7

[@IiI_Gogeta_IiI]

I loved Criminal Minds and have always loved it and love evolution. I like the fact that Criminal minds can become darker which it always had the potential too but cbs censored it paramount isnt holding back which gives criminal minds a new light or maybe a lack of? i hope it being a paramount+ thing now we might be able to get the likes of Hotch back the show was never the same without him and jack would be 18 now so it would be interesting to see. I know Thomas Gibson was "fired" due to a situation between him and a writer but i do belive that writer is no longer on that show or at the very least not on this one and Hotch wasnt killed off either so there is possibility. It would be cool to see what came of hotch and how he would do being with the BAU again since he wouldnt be team leader anymore. Im so excited to see what comes of criminal minds

[@G123-t1g]

Old criminal minds were so good they gave me chills. These new ones are all about conspiracies like oh no this criminal hacked us, this criminal kidnaped my brother... instead of doing them as good as before. so boring makes me sad

[@Senjinone]

Agree.

[@andremendoza93]

Facts new season is such a disappointment!

[@Big-o_gamer]

Fr so true disappointment wish they just left it instead of ruining it will never be the same I will miss it 😭❤️

[@heidimarie1198]

Evolution - - It's the swearing. As someone taught me, the first person to swear in an argument is most likely to lose the outcome. I'm only the first series of Evolution, I may sway around to it - - but not just yet.

[@haileyhardin1997]

I love love both criminal minds and criminal minds evolution too.

[@Leecreates]

I thought I’d miss Reid but Evolution is seriously awesome. Knocked it out of the park. Everything we love about the original criminal minds is met

[@mcolbert6138]

I love criminal minds evolution and can’t way for the finale!!! I did miss Reid this season but wow I’m so glad that the show is back

[@amymiller8964]

I was so excited when I learned that they were rebooting CM! And this next series is even better! Best new show in 2022!!! I can’t wait for Dr Reid to come back!!! ❤

[@reedallen4613]

Just imagine if Criminal Minds and Numb3rs would have done a cross-over. You know that Spencer Reid and Charlie Epps would have hit it off instantly. And I can just picture Rossi throwing up his hands and saying "GREAT! Now there's TWO of them!" Hahaha And while not a cross-over, I personally think that a character that would have been a PERFECT addition to the BAU would have been Bobby Goren from Law and Order Criminal Intent. The reason why is because he was essentially both a Detective AND a Profiler, and seemed to me to be just as good of a Profiler as any member of the BAU. At least that's my own personal opinion.

[@michellerindal8836]

I'm love the show, and I'm curious to see how this goes

[@suzie4417]

It is not that same without Reid, bring him back! The new series is great, but I don’t like the Asst director one bit. I hope Morgan makes a few appearances! Garcia is is as fantastic as ever as are JJ & Emily , Rossi 💗, & Luke too 🥰💥 probably my favorite show ( as well as L & O svu)!

[@lisawilson9981]

I need for Hotch and Morgan to come back

[@delmicortave]

I love it but is such a disappointment that garcia and Luke are not together and it was just a date and reid is gone. I always love the way the characters end their story like they have a great ending even the tragic ones like hotch living with Jack as a full time dad, Morgan deciding to step out after all the danger for his son and wife, Alex leaving after it was too much and close relationship with reid and his son... their ending are a lot like their characters and I love that. I just ship garcia and Luke 😑🤨

[@BudJr]

I don’t like the new structure of the show. Every episode used to be about catching a different serial killer.That made the show a lot more creative, and interesting to watch. Now it’s like a typical soap opera. Every episode is about catching the same guy. Eliot. And he’s not very interesting.

[@ddog569537]

I love the series!!!!!! The fact that Tara become renewed with a lovely prayer (love interest) is amazing 😍🤩

[@ROCKONplaceboforever]

Evolution is so good different but loved the same as the original show

[@miguellopes7627]

First I ever heard of criminal minds evolution

[@Lorenzo-yf3wv]

Let's be real Rossi loves moving to streaming bc he can cuss like a sailor more freely🤣🤣🤣

[@mmdaa4]

Evolution sucks. I was so excited to see it but then had to force myself through episode 1, thinking it’s gonna get better. Somewhere in episode 2 I got so distracted I walked away and didn’t finish it.

[@Big-o_gamer]

Facts it sucks they ruined it

[@marsrideroneofficial]

I just started season 1, ep 2 of the 2005 series, so many good things to watch.

[@HartKent]

Love Evolution- had to get over the cussing though LOL And I love the fact that they were able to do such a interesting serial killer through the season with so many plot twists!! Evolution allowed them to go bigger. And yes we all miss Hotch Reid and Matt … but I can watch as I am a fan of the show not one person

[@Jacelyn-tn6mq]

Thank the universe 'Garcia' is back at least. But without Reid's personality the show is flat to me. To be fair though, I've only seen 2 episodes so maybe I haven't given it enough of a chance. And yes, I will always miss 'Morgan' hahaha. Shemar Moore was the reason I started watching Criminal Minds to begin with.

[@Big-o_gamer]

You haven't trust me feel same way just watched final of season 15 then episode 1 of the new 1 and was very disappointed with the feel of the new 1 was way to different and look and feel to different not anyway near how good the old 1 was will miss the real criminal minds 😢

[@Big-o_gamer]

No where near*

[@antoniobotello4996]

You should do a criminal minds, criminal mind evolution and masterminds.

[@Marylsa]

I began watching and stopped, it wasnt CM anymore but i will be watching later when al the episodes are there.

[@Big-o_gamer]

Facts they ruined it

[@Magic0103]

I feel like CM Evolution has some Dexter vibes to it, I have enjoyed it very much.

[@ConfusedTaro]

I started watching Criminal Minds at the end of last year. I'm currently on s11 onto s12, I'm pumped to start on CME when I get there.

[@Big-o_gamer]

Trust me CME is no where near the og criminal minds its very disappointing

[@cindym5896]

I did a marathon. Njoyed it thoroughly.. last seasons of CM started losing momentum.. CME was just the revamp they needed to renew interest n get more fans! I love the show from beginning to end. Goin to check out the Spinoff shows aswell. 🎉❤

[@JamalHale12345]

Criminal Minds Evolution is definitely a lot darker in tone

[@partofthetribe3277]

That's wild if they're shootin the most of that show in that little trailer. Perry cool.

[@doarailing]

Evolution has laid waste to one of my favorites. They should have quit while they were ahead.

[@Big-o_gamer]

Facts they just ruined it ngl

[@jacobdrolet4262]

Amazing video Rebecca from watch mojo of the difference between crime minds & evolution,fantastic job. Crime minds & evolution is also On Disney plus too.

[@UrbanLegend2k11]

I just restarted watching the OG, I want a refresher before Evolutions. 😅

[@Big-o_gamer]

Evolutions not that good tbh

[@ImDatSponge]

It evolved. I just saved 20 minutes.

[@bh1326]

You cant go wrong with Criminal Minds! One of my favorite shows! I have seen all episodes several times!

[@rebeccamitchell8133]

I love Evolution! I miss some of the characters, but that was bound to happen. And I loved the fact that with fewer network censors, they were able to be even more real. I never could imagine how they could see the things they see and not swear.

[@m.bbailey7761]

Please don't shoot me. It feels that they cancel criminal minds and now they can't get a new gig so they make evolution. Episode one was hard to watch because it didn't pull you in like it did before. The team doesn't fit well in it's current state, you miss the key elements. But this is my opinion

[@Big-o_gamer]

Omg facts thought I was the only one hate it already only watched episode 1

[@Big-o_gamer]

Wish they left it how it was instead of trying to ruin it

[@Big-o_gamer]

Miss the real criminal minds

[@moniquesherisevisser4229]

Actually quite disappointed with the new season. Doesn't feel the same at all

[@Big-o_gamer]

Facts

[@johannesjensen1127]

I hope that now the show has been renewed for a season 2 Reed might show up now and then and the same with Daniel Henney

[@ook428]

So far I'm in episod 4. So I can't really say. But I think they could go a little darker. Just a little. Focus on the person before they get hurt so we have something to feel for that person. Saying that I sound horrible but I really believe to be so engrossed. That is what makes a brilliant crime/triller movie or show.

[@julieavis1714]

I like the Evolution. It is interesting to have an ongoing problem.

[@kitkatmccabe]

I love the darkness of Evolution as it shows how dark humans can really get with Voit being a puppet master controlling other killers. I have warned my sil as shes just started watching from the 1st season and has nearly finished it.

[@222222ania]

The quality is much better in the evolution

[@williamdurdle3690]

Mandy brought such a tragic depth 2 his character,to the show-he was my favorite and his departure left a whole in the cast.🎭

[@Anthonycheesman33]

The dark and gritty reboot lol

[@kxwwrestlingarchive5778]

Hearing the name Voight makes me wish watchmojo would finally do a video on Chicago pd

[@tharper591]

I want Spencer back!

[@utooberrookie]

No Reid - Hard Pass.

[@MontanaDG]

S1-S4 had Many good written / complex Episodes, Afterwards it was business as usual, caught in its formula to maintain it… I trashed the series after s7… is it still worth a try? In general I have no hope for it…

[@Big-o_gamer]

Yes until 15 then you get to the trash evolution

[@rodneycarson6964]

Aisha needs better wigs!

[@anniesmith5953]

These large studios are infamously terrible at getting hairstylists that have experience with POC hair.

[@RokaUchiha]

Specifically

[@BlackHatCinephile]

4th🏅

[@msy7023]

Without Reid Criminal Minds feels hollow

[@Big-o_gamer]

Fr

[@salemslotandmore8278]

Thank You for the Video 😀

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[@elainevelasquez3991]

Sorry...but I love the original series. Really really miss Spencer...one of my favorites. I tried to watch Evolution, but the foul language from Rossi was a bit too much. I love and miss the old Rossi.

[@josh33025]

The seasons with Gideon were great I fell off during the later seasons. Also I tend to steer away from titles that have evolution in it, cough...cough.. DragonBall.

[@Big-o_gamer]

Yh criminal minds evolution is trash compared to real criminal minds

[@jxstified7558]

Only difference that is worth mentioning is no Reid...

[@dionysisnance4204]

No the same with spencer reid

[@BeenUceSince95]

No Reid or Matt is ok it doesn’t feel the same however still great

[@Justy051]

I love it.❤I've aways loved this show. And this new one is awesome!! But I get fustrated with Bailey. He really gets under my skin. Hope he develops into a better character. If you know what I mean. And will someone PLEASE explain to me how anyone can bury a shipping container without using a crain and a excavator in the woods in the middle of nowhere USA?!? Some of them even made a bunker out of it. This bugs me more than Bailey. 😆

[@jenniferwang3489]

it would take longer, but a good backhoe or even a bob cat could probably get the hold dug, then just have a strong truck bring in the container. Also, during the pandemic a lot of people, including truckers were out of work. Probably not hard to get something hauled in under the radar if someone owned their own truck. Also, with him being tech savvy, he could fine an untraceable way to rent some large equipment. With many out of work in the smaller towns, it would be an easy job with no questions asked. All he's got to say is he's building a bunker for the end of the world.

[@caiolimacaldas]

How ? the show barely ended they already renewed ?

[@Mille_Chihiro]

Im a big fan of Reid, so I hope that he will return and being our cool genius.

[@7amart177]

Top 10 or 20 scariest torture scenes in criminal mind

[@judyosborne8163]

Is it going to be on the regular paramount channel too. I would really like to see this but I do not have paramount plus.

[@catlover5998]

Reid actor said one time in a interview that he would not mind playing reid on the new version when he get time to do it.

[@juliechilcott6435]

I love it ive missed the show so much

[@alanawinters21435]

My fav character hadn’t returned, so not really watching it until Reid comes back.

[@TRUECRIMESPTV]

It’s not their fault Matt doesn’t want to come back.

[@alanawinters21435]

@@TRUECRIMESPTV didn’t say it was - was just stating my opinion that I don’t really want to watch the show unless Reid’s in it.

[@ambermolton6762]

Reid is my favorite character as well and I was disappointed. However, I just binge watched the entire season. It is EXTREMELY good. Mathew had a scheduling conflict, so if it resolves he may come back next season.

[@Big-o_gamer]

Fr it's not CM

[@harriedbl2]

Emily has always been assertive though...

[@Dragonlove3]

Awesome

[@BlackHatCinephile]

6th🏵

[@Gigi-my8pr]

It’s amazing!! Love seeing JJ Penelope Rossi and Emily and the new characters only thing that bothers me is the foul language people it seems unnecessary but the storyline are interesting i do miss hotch and Morgan and spencer but it’s still the BAU keep up the wonderful story CM

[@shannondorcas7542]

Just wish disney plus in canada would add the last 2 seasons already and this new one isnt the same without hotch and reed but I like it so far

[@francisturner2482]

I LOVE EVERY CRIMINAL MINDS SERIES

[@RiVer-Parish]

Can you guys do a top ten video of movies when animals are the antagonist?

[@DanaArmas]

is Reid & Morgan come back in season two

[@josephmueller]

Technically speaking IMO that it is really the same thing…. When on paramount + that it was connected as the same show.

[@vivianhull3317]

It would be great if the writers would stop the constant worry of the BAU to be shut down and get on with writing about what the BAU DOES!!!

[@manoftheusajones5147]

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[@anitacoopert1668]

I remember why I don’t watch watch mojo anymore. Too many ads 2 mins in and AD

[@imonlysaying9985]

The swearing. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@michellemirembe6057]

Reed without him it’s mye

[@jeffreyval9665]

The only difference is the show sucked after Hotch and Morgan left and should of been canceled instead of bringing on these newer characters who really don't fit in. Shows are only good for at most 6 or 7 seasons then get really bad. Younger audiences just aren't smart enough to keep up with good storylines and below average is good enough these days. Shows like this and Law and Order svu ( should of been canceled 10 years ago at least ) shouldn't still be on the air.

[@Big-o_gamer]

Fr just recently started watching again just finished season 15 then watched episode 1 of evolution and find it to be way to different and trash feels disgusting should of left it instead of ruining it will miss og criminal minds ❤

[@marunelmathee3750]

It wil never be the same without morgen and reid

[@Big-o_gamer]

Facts

[@yolandavasquez6266]

With all respect I prefer the original version of the series with Aaron Hodge miss him

[@darlenedowie52]

I love all the Criminal Minds. This serial killer is always ahead of them.

[@siphiwayinkhositfwala1436]

Why is Reid not there

[@angele.retherford5527]

Evolving, to grow and , wiser ,more better * evolution, in part

[@yodon6867]

Next season of Criminal Minds Evolution need to be about bank robbers. Like the movie Heat

[@jusbsmart6951]

Evolution took time for me but its dark and i really feel for the team. The show feels much more real now and dark

[@kathie__1]

Evolution was okay. I didn't like how the entire season was the same case. I don't remember Tara being gay in the original show. I don't miss Reed so much. I liked the original better, but will still watch Evolution.