Paramount+'s 'Criminal Minds' Surges in Streaming Ahead of Return

The long-running FBI procedural is re-entering Top 10 charts worldwide as fans prepare for its upcoming season.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 8:20pm

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A popular FBI procedural series, 'Criminal Minds' and its Paramount+ continuation 'Criminal Minds: Evolution', is surging back into streaming Top 10 charts worldwide as fans prepare for the show's upcoming return. The series, which stars veteran actor Joe Mantegna, is seeing sustained high placement on Paramount+ in markets like France, Italy, the U.S., and Canada, as well as on Disney+ in Portugal and Singapore, indicating viewers are revisiting the show ahead of new episodes.

Why it matters

The resurgence of 'Criminal Minds' on streaming platforms highlights the enduring appeal of comfort viewing and procedural dramas with an ongoing team format. The show's ability to maintain a strong audience presence across multiple markets demonstrates its status as a reliable, high-volume binge-worthy title for viewers.

The details

On Paramount+, 'Criminal Minds' has remained locked at #2 in France, reached as high as #3 in Italy, and held steady at #10 in the U.S. and Canada over the past week. The show is also trending on Disney+ in Portugal and Singapore. The timing of this streaming surge aligns with Paramount+'s recent renewal of 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' for a 19th season, indicating the audience is likely reloading on the familiar series before the next new chapter arrives.

  • The show has remained in the Top 10 on Paramount+ in France, Italy, the U.S., and Canada over the past week (March 7 - March 13, 2026).
  • On Disney+, 'Criminal Minds' is trending in Portugal and Singapore.

The players

Criminal Minds

A long-running FBI procedural series that has found continued success on streaming platforms, including its Paramount+ continuation 'Criminal Minds: Evolution'.

Joe Mantegna

The veteran actor who stars as David Rossi, a founding BAU profiler, in the 'Criminal Minds' franchise. Mantegna's familiar tough-guy presence and authority has helped anchor the show's ensemble cast.

Paramount+

The streaming service that hosts the 'Criminal Minds' franchise, including the recently renewed 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' series.

Disney+

The streaming platform where 'Criminal Minds' is also trending in certain international markets, such as Portugal and Singapore.

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What they’re saying

“Criminal Minds is the audience likely reloading a familiar, high-volume binge before the next new chapter arrives.”

— Macklen Makhloghi, Author

What’s next

Paramount+ has already renewed 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' for a 19th season, indicating the franchise will continue to deliver new episodes for its loyal fanbase.

The takeaway

The resurgence of 'Criminal Minds' on streaming platforms demonstrates the enduring appeal of comfort viewing and procedural dramas with an ensemble cast. The show's ability to maintain a strong audience presence across multiple markets highlights its status as a reliable, high-volume binge-worthy title for viewers seeking familiar, easy-to-digest entertainment.