Criminal Minds: Season 6

2010
24 episodes

Season 6 of Criminal Minds premiered on September 22, 2010 and has 24 episodes, from "The Longest Night" to "Supply and Demand". The last episode aired on May 18, 2011.

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In the United States, you can stream Criminal Minds on Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Paramount Plus and Philo. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 63 countries.

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Episodes

Episode 1The Longest NightAired September 22, 2010
The BAU team closes in on the serial killer as he continues his murder spree throughout Los Angeles - with Detective Spicer's kidnapped daughter as his hostage - in the conclusion of last season's cliffhanger.
- 42m
- Directed by Edward Allen Bernero
- Written by Edward Allen Bernero
Guest stars
- A.J. Cook Jennifer Jareau
- Tim Curry Billy Flynn
- Robert Davi Detective Eric Kurzbard
- Eric Close Spicer
Episode 2JJAired September 29, 2010
While JJ attempts to reunite a family whose daughter has mysteriously disappeared, her BAU family braces for the loss of one of their own.
- 42m
- Directed by Charles S. Carroll
- Written by Erica Messer
Guest stars
- A.J. Cook Jennifer Jareau
- Michael Welch Syd Pearson
- Jayne Atkinson Erin Strauss
- Christopher Rodriguez Marquette Jimmy Barrett
- Nick Dash (uncredited)
- Allie Costa Rude Girl (uncredited)
- Gil Bellows
Episode 3Remembrance of Things PastAired October 6, 2010
When several women in Herndon, Virginia, are found murdered in a similar manner, SSA David Rossi reopens an unsolved cold case that has haunted him for a quarter of a century because he believes the original killer, who is suffering from Alzheimer's Disease, might have returned.
- 42m
- Directed by Glenn Kershaw
- Written by Janine Sherman Barrois
Guest stars
- Daniel J. Travanti Lee Mullens
- Josh Braaten Colby Bachner
- David Rees Snell Detective Green
- Michael Spound Sam DeLilly
- Mary Beth Evans Candice DeLilly
- Josh Woodle Michael Young
- Cristen Irene Anna
- Ellie Gerber Heather Langley
Episode 4Compromising PositionsAired October 13, 2010
The team searches for a serial killer who is preying on married couples; Hotchner looks to a team member to fill JJ's vacant role.
- 42m
- Directed by Guy Norman Bee
- Written by Breen Frazier
Guest stars
- Kiff Scholl Ben Frelow
- Nicholas Brendon Kevin Lynch
Episode 5Safe HavenAired October 20, 2010
The team pursues a serial killer targeting families in the Midwest; Morgan receives a visit from Ellie after she runs away from her foster family.
- 42m
- Directed by Andy Wolk
- Written by Alicia Kirk
Guest stars
- Sterling Beaumon Jeremy Sayer
Episode 6Devil's NightAired October 27, 2010
The team searches for a killer who has struck the past three years during Detroit's raucous pre-Halloween celebrations.
- 42m
- Directed by Charles Haid
- Written by Randy Huggins
Guest stars
- Ava Acres Daughter
- Ernie Hudson Lt. Al Garner
- Ken Olandt Chris Edwards
- Cade Owens Jack Hotchner
Episode 7Middle ManAired November 3, 2010
The BAU must catch a group of serial killers that is killing exotic dancers and leaving their bodies in the cornfields of Indiana.
- 42m
- Directed by Rob Spera
- Written by Rick Dunkle
Guest stars
- Robert Newman Sheriff Jeff Salters
- Michael Grant Terry Chris Salters
- Steve Talley Michael Kosina
- Jake Thomas Scott Kagan
- Cherilyn Wilson Stephanie Wilson
- J. Grant Albrecht Gregory Wilson
- Melissa Claire Egan Tara Dice
- Paul Zies Jonah
Episode 8Reflection of DesireAired November 10, 2010
The BAU becomes involved in the search for a kidnapped woman in the nation's capital after the body of a second kidnap victim is found in a Georgetown alley.
- 42m
- Directed by Anna Foerster
- Written by Simon Mirren
Guest stars
- Robert Knepper Rhett Walden
- Conor O'Farrell Detective Craw
Episode 9Into the WoodsAired November 17, 2010
When an 8-year-old is found murdered on the Appalachian Trail, the BAU team goes deep into its forests in search of a man lurking in the wilderness who is targeting children.
- 42m
- Directed by Glenn Kershaw
- Written by Kimberly A. Harrison
Guest stars
- Emily Alyn Lind Ana Brooks
- Gattlin Griffith Robert Brooks
Episode 10What Happens at Home...Aired December 8, 2010
The BAU searches inside a gated New Mexico community for a killer targeting women, and Hotchner looks to an FBI cadet with a unique past for help with the investigation.
- 42m
- Directed by Jan Eliasberg
- Written by Edward Allen Bernero
Guest stars
- Kenneth Mitchell Drew Jacobs
Episode 1125 to LifeAired December 15, 2010
Morgan suggests that a man has been rehabilitated and aids in his parole, but later regrets his decision when the man murders someone days after being released.
- 42m
- Directed by Charles S. Carroll
- Written by Erica Messer
Guest stars
- Kyle Secor Don Sanderson
- Jayne Atkinson Erin Strauss
- Nikki Hahn Abby Sanderson
Episode 12CorazonAired January 19, 2011
A series of bizarre, ritualistic murders brings the team to Miami; Reid experiences hallucinations and blinding headaches.
- 42m
- Directed by John Gallagher
- Written by Katarina Wittich
Guest stars
- Ruben Rabasa Lou
- Chris Butler Professor Hollis Walker Jr.
Episode 13The Thirteenth StepAired January 26, 2011
The BAU hits the road to track down a pair of young lovers on an interstate murder spree. Also, Prentiss hears frightening news from her former boss at Interpol.
- 42m
- Directed by Douglas Aarniokoski
- Written by Janine Sherman Barrois
Guest stars
- Adrianne Palicki Sydney Manning
- Jonathan Tucker Ray Donovan
- Gary Hudson Tim
Episode 14Sense MemoryAired February 9, 2011
The team investigates unusual murders in Los Angeles, and more information about Prentiss' past arises.
- 42m
- Directed by Rob Spera
- Written by Randy Huggins
Guest stars
- Nicolas Pajon ND Agent
Episode 15Today I DoAired February 16, 2011
The BAU is called to upstate New York to investigate mysterious disappearances. Also, Prentiss gets some disturbing news about one of her former Interpol colleagues.
- 42m
- Directed by Ali Selim
- Written by Alicia Kirk
Guest stars
- Corbin Bernsen Jerry Grandin
- Rebecca Field Jane Gould
- Don Harvey Chief Barrows
- Joshua Leonard Lyle Donaldson
- Rachel Miner Molly Grandin
- Karen Landry Carla Langston
- Derek Smith Peter Langston
- Aaron Wilton Bill
Episode 16CodaAired February 23, 2011
Prentiss enlists two former friends from Interpol to track down an old enemy, as Reid discovers clues that could help the BAU locate the parents of an autistic boy.
- 42m
- Directed by Rob Hardy
- Written by Rick Dunkle
Guest stars
- Lew Temple Bill Thomas
- Jessica Lundy Alison Sparks
- Romy Rosemont Lizzie Sparks
- Mimi Kennedy Miss Rogers
- Skyler Brigmann Sammy Sparks
- Siena Goines Tsia Mosely
- Timothy V. Murphy Ian Doyle
- Cade Owens Jack Hotchner
Episode 17ValhallaAired March 2, 2011
After a series of murders, Prentiss becomes suspicious of a former nemesis, and fears for the safety of her team.
- 42m
- Directed by Charles S. Carroll
- Written by Erica Messer and Simon Mirren
Guest stars
- Siena Goines Tsia Mosely
- Madison Mason Lex Dreyer
- Tyler Poelle Jeff Hastings
- John Colella Ron Cosenza
- Jan Munroe Dr. Sherman
- Jennifer Riker Kerry Fagan
- Fionn William O'Brien Calum
- Brian D. Johnson Frank Fagan
Episode 18LaurenAired March 16, 2011
As Prentiss faces off against Ian Doyle, JJ receives a call and returns to help them find Prentiss and capture Doyle before it's too late.
- 42m
- Directed by Matthew Gray Gubler
- Written by Breen Frazier
Guest stars
- A.J. Cook Jennifer Jareau
- Patrick Fischler Jack Fahey
- Andy McPhee Liam
- Alan Pietruszewski ND Agent
- Donald Watson Bartender
- Robert O'Gorman Minister
- Suzan Averitt Louise
- Shaun Daley Bar Patron
Episode 19With Friends Like These...Aired March 30, 2011
The BAU travels to Portland to investigate a suspected gang of murderers targeting a new victim each night.
- 42m
- Directed by Anna Foerster
- Written by Janine Sherman Barrois
Guest stars
- Bug Hall Ben Foster
- Cody Sullivan 10 Year Old Ben
- Chad Lindberg Tony
Episode 20Hanley WatersAired April 6, 2011
The BAU members investigate targeted killings in Tampa as they cope with their feelings about losing Emily Prentiss.
- 42m
- Directed by Jesse Warn
- Written by Randy Huggins and Alicia Kirk
Guest stars
- Kelli Williams Shelley Chamberlain
- David Chisum Don Chamberlain
- Louis Herthum Chief Theirs
- Zach Lewis Bill
- Katherine Ann McGregor Jennifer
- Jason E. Kelley Paul Lyons
- Angela Martinez Reporter
- Preston James Hillier Gibbs
Episode 21The StrangerAired April 13, 2011
The BAU hunts a stalker in San Diego who is targeting college students. Meanwhile, the team comes under Strauss' scrutiny in the wake of the loss of Prentiss.
- 42m
- Directed by Nelson McCormick
- Written by Rick Dunkle and Kimberly A. Harrison
Guest stars
- Sophie Kargman Lily Droubay
- Chad Todhunter Greg Phinney
- Heather Mazur Kate Phinney
- Michael Raynor Det. Bryce Harding
- Nick Toren Bob Jenkins
- Rae Latt Rosemary Jenkins
- Yuri Lowenthal Jake Ellison
- Jen Kuhn Amy Ellison
Episode 22Out of the LightAired May 4, 2011
The BAU is called to a North Carolina resort town after a woman is found badly injured and another woman is missing. On arrival, the team discovers these two women are not the only victims.
- 42m
- Directed by Douglas Aarniokoski
- Written by Roger Hedden
Guest stars
- Cade Owens Jack Hotchner
- Stephanie Finochio (uncredited)
- Nick Dash Police Officer
- Brian Durkin Police Officer
Episode 23Big SeaAired May 11, 2011
When the BAU is called to Florida after bodies are discovered buried in the ocean floor off the Jacksonville coast, the case hits home for Morgan because his aunt fears her missing daughter could be one of the victims.
- 42m
- Directed by Glenn Kershaw
- Written by Breen Frazier and Jim Clemente
Guest stars
- Karl Makinen Blake Wells
- Denise Dowse Yvonne Burns
- Benjamin John Parrillo Gary Rhymer
- Bruce Nozick Jarrett Foreman
- Cody Klop James Rhymer
- Antoine Williams Alton McKee
Episode 24Supply and DemandAired May 18, 2011
As the BAU searches for a suspected human trafficking ring when the bodies of two missing persons are found in the trunk of a car, Unit Chief Aaron Hotchner intimates there could be changes within the team due to budget cuts as Jennifer "JJ" Jareau returns to the FBI. The team is also assisted by SSA Andi Swan, the head of the Domestic Trafficking Task Force.
- 42m
- Directed by Charles S. Carroll
- Written by Erica Messer
Guest stars
- A.J. Cook Jennifer Jareau
- Danielle Jaffey Kidnapped Victim
- Nicholas Brendon Kevin Lynch
- Angela Sarafyan Lucy