After 15 years with 324 episodes, Criminal Minds said goodbye as they aired their 2-hour series finale on Wednesday night. It was the last time we got to see the FBI agents altogether and the last “Wheels up,” as they tackled their last case with one of the worst serial killers on the show. I still remember when I discovered Criminal Minds on Netflix a few years ago, and instantly got attached after watching the first episode. I thought it was such a riveting show, and for me, it never got boring.
All the cases were different in some type of way, and individually explored each episode. That’s what I loved about it, that there was always a new storyline every week. Even though it was a fictional show, I still remember sobbing at some of the deaths that happened. At times, I’d even cover my eyes if I was scared and told myself I couldn’t watch this show at night. The writers were always very creative with the plots, and even included some crazy twists.
For a show that has lasted this long, I expected the series finale to be really good and give fans closure. I’m glad to say that it did live up to my expectations, because I couldn’t see the show ending any other way. It was such a great finale, and what I’d call a happy ending. I’ve been watching this show for so long, and even got emotional at the end. It’s truly unlike any other crime show I’ve watched, and it has taught me a lot. Some of the stories are based on real-life crimes, and it’s fascinating to kind of see how the FBI works even if it is mostly fictional. It has made me more cautious about my surroundings and people though. There is just this unexplainable curiosity we sometimes have about serial killers, which is why I think so many people have loved this show for so long.
I can’t wait to binge-watch Criminal Minds again, it’s too good to watch just once. If you haven’t watched the show yet, I highly suggest you do! The episodes will pass by very quickly, and the plots always get more interesting. I’ll leave you with one of my favorite quotes they referenced in the show, “The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life,” by Richard Bach.