Why Did Criminal Minds End?
After a stunning 15-year run, the popular TV show "Criminal Minds" finally bid farewell to fans with its 15th and final season. But, have you ever wondered what led to its end? In this article, we’ll delve into the reasons that contributed to the cancellation of this iconic series.
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The Demise of Reid: Mandy Patinkin’s Departure
In season 5, series character Dr. Spencer Reid was written off the show in a surprise twist when star Mandy Patinkin left the show after salary negotiations went south. Fans were shocked by his exit, as Dr. Reid was an integral part of the BAU team.
- This decision would mark the first of several issues that led to the series’ demise.
- However, at the time, the show still managed to maintain its viewership.
Weakening Plot Lines
By season 8, cracks began to appear in the show’s previously unassailable ratings. One theory is that the increasing distance between real-world serial killing cases and the increasingly sci-fi/melodrama plot twists in the show started to distance audiences. The plot’s meandering and seemingly directionless tracks further reduced engagement.
| Table: Viewership Stats (2005-2020) | Season | Average Viewers |
|---|---|---|
| 5-10 (2009-2014) | 11 million+ | |
| 11-14 (2015-2019) | 9 million-9.5 million | |
| 15 (2020) | 3 million |
Drop in Quality and Casting Conflicts
Casting disputes arose after season 13 when negotiations for new contracts failed between producers and select cast members, such as Penelope Garcia, played by Kristen Vangsness, leading to doubts over their ongoing involvement in the series. The creative direction began veering more toward gimmickry rather than solving deep, human psychology-oriented murders.
• Starnger in Paradise: the premiere episode’s confusing concept; the story involving "catfishing" led audience disapproval and disenthusiasm
• Insufficient handling of serious criminal cases left critics with lingering doubts on story execution; a crucial "gelling" force – which could have elevated narrative development—was visibly compromised.
- Viewers who became accustomed to Crime Insight sequences; less focused on psychology-related plots lost interest gradually as stories disintegrated gradually with these issues (Gutmann, p 9 & 19, ScreenRant) as storylines wove backpedaling instead
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