The "Criminal Minds" season 11 finale episode is going to mean big trouble for Hotch (Thomas Gibson) as the BAU supervisor will be linked to a conspiracy. Will this spell the end of the series? CBS has yet to confirm if the show has been renewed or cancelled.
Details to the finale was posted on the "Criminal Minds" official site on CBS. It indicated that the SWAT will take Hotch into custody and it's up to the rest of the BAU team to prove that their supervisor is innocent. The SWAT implicates Hotch in a conspiracy, but how will this tie to the case of serial killer Antonia Slade (Frances Fisher)?
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"Criminal Minds" Season 11 Finale: What's Slade Got To Do With It?
Slade's appearance on the show will start in this week's episode of "Criminal Minds" as the BAU questions her regarding a serial killer. However, her story arc will run up to a few more episodes leading up to the end.
It is implied that she holds the key to how the finale will turn out. This is not the first time Hotch's career and life has been on the line as "Criminal Minds" has delved on similar threats in previous finales.
The other time Hotch was the direct target, his ex-wife ended up dead. But this year has been an especially trying season for everyone at the BAU team, especially with the announcement of Sheman Moore's departure.
My twitter fans. I left CRIMINAL MINDS simply because I needed a break, personal exhale, curiosity and career attempts. Derek is not dead — Shemar Moore (@shemarmoore) March 30, 2016
"Criminal Minds" Season 11 Finale Renewal Chances
Moore, who plays Derek Morgan, has been in discussions about leaving "Criminal Minds" since last year and his send-off story was planned properly. "Derek is walking away because there's a part of his life that's missing and that he has an opportunity and he risks that every day," said the Moore, per The Hollywood Reporter.
The spot he leaves could potentially rock the balance of the show's dynamics, which fans believe could affect its renewal chances. Meanwhile, Deadline reports that keeping "Criminal Minds" longer would be expensive for CBS, which could be a factor in its renewal.
The show remains a ratings puller, but CBS might not be benefiting from it entirely as the show is owned by ABC studios. The finale of "Criminal Minds" Season 11 will air on May 25.
