Kirsten Vangsness reacts to the news that Matthew Gray Gubler is returning forCriminal Minds: Evolutionseason 3 as Spencer Reid. Not having Spencer Reid as part of thecast ofCriminal Minds: Evolutionhas been bogging down the Paramount+ show for the past two seasons. Almost everyone from the CBS series returned for the revival, and considering how beloved Gubler was as Reid, there’s understandable interest in knowing when he’ll appear. Luckily, after years of waiting, it has already been confirmed thatBAU’s golden child will return inCriminal Minds: Evolutionseason 3.
In light of this development,Vangsnesstook to her official Instagram account to comment on the news by reposting an article about Gubler’s return. While she didn’t include any commentary, this not onlyconfirms Reid’s appearance inCriminal Minds: Evolutionseason 3, but it also effectively expresses her excitement over the matter. Check out her post below:
Why Reid’s Return Is Big For Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 3
Gubler Has Set His Next Big TV Comeback
Ahead of its release, it was already announced that Gubler wouldn’t be part of the returning roster forCriminal Minds: Evolution. Unlike Daniel Henney, who has yet to come back as Matt Simmons because of his commitment toWheel of Time, there was initial confusion about why the Reid actor wasn’t around. There were reports that it was because he turned it down, but ultimately, it was determined that his absence boiled down to scheduling conflicts.Gubler wanted to venture out and do something different after playing Reid for 15 seasonson the CBS series, which his co-workers supported.
Matthew Gray Gubler’s New Show Can Accomplish What Criminal Minds Failed To Do For Reid In 15 Years
Matthew Gray Gubler is most known for his role as Reid in Criminal Minds, but the actor will be on a show that might entail something new for Gubler.
However, the situation is different this time for Gubler’s return inCriminal Minds: Evolutionseason 3. Theactor is set to lead his own CBS procedural, which is expected to come out next year. Considering the format and his billing, this could be the final time that he could participate in the Paramount+ version of his old show. Granted that he won’t be back full-time in the upcoming year, seeing him in any capacity as Reid again is better than not seeing him in the role ever.
Our Take On Gubler’s Return As Reid In Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 3
It Could Be Reid’s Goodbye
Initially, the show was coy about the genius' whereabouts, with Deputy Director Bailey revealing that he was working on something else. InCriminal Minds: Evolutionseason 2, however, Emily Prentiss shared thatReid was actually on sabbatical. This made it seem like it was only a matter of time before he rejoined the BAU. Considering how much he suffered on the job,taking some time off was ideal.
Criminal Minds: Evolution seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream on Paramount+.
However, it’s highly unlikely that Gubler’s character will reclaim his place in Prentiss' team inCriminal Minds: Evolution. He could sometimes be a consultant, especially given his vast knowledge of profiling. Otherwise, they might reach out if a case is tied to him. However, it’s possible that his upcoming appearance inCriminal Minds: Evolutionseason 3 will be his swan song.
Criminal Minds: Evolution
Cast
InCriminal Minds: Evolution, the FBI’s elite team of criminal profilers come up against their greatest threat yet, an UnSub who has used the pandemic to build a network of other serial killers. As the world opens back up and the network goes operational, the team must hunt them down, one murder at a time. Original cast members continuing their roles include Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Aisha Tyler, Adam Rodriguez and Paget Brewster. Zach Gilford joins the dynamic cast as a recurring guest star in a season-long arc.
