Season 10: Criminal Minds -

đŸ’¡ : If you're watching for the lore, don't miss "Nelson's Sparrow," which provides rare backstory on the BAU's founding. Which specific episodes are rated highest by fans? Why Jennifer Love Hewitt left after only one season ?

deals with guilt regarding her shooting of an UnSub in the previous season finale . Criminal Minds - Season 10

: By the end of the season, Jennifer Love Hewitt and A.J. Cook (temporarily) exit the show due to their real-life pregnancies . đŸ’¡ : If you're watching for the lore,

: The episode "Nelson's Sparrow" (Episode 13) commemorates 10 years of the show. It includes flashbacks to a younger Rossi and Gideon working on a case together . Personal Character Arcs : deals with guilt regarding her shooting of an

: Jennifer Love Hewitt joins the cast as Kate Callahan , an undercover agent who becomes a permanent member of the BAU for the duration of the season .

Criminal Minds Season 10 features several key developments, including a , a major spin-off pilot , and a milestone episode celebrating the series' history . Key Features of Season 10