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Criminal Minds Season 8 is the eighth addition to this long-running crime drama that originally aired in 2012. This time out, a prisoner breaks free and proceeds to go on a murdering spree. He leaves his signature style on the bodies of the victims, forcing the BAU into action. A new member joins the team, while a discovery in a case leads to a surprising revelation.

Here’s how you can watch and stream Criminal Minds Season 8 via streaming services such as Hulu and Paramount Plus.

Is Criminal Minds Season 8 available to watch via streaming?

Yes, Criminal Minds Season 8 is available to watch via streaming on Hulu and Paramount Plus.

Season 8 begins with a Texas prisoner escaping captivity during a routine transfer. He goes on a killing rampage, leaving behind his signature mark of sewing the mouths of his victims shut. As the team rallies together to uncover the mystery behind these killings, they are introduced to a new member. The BAU discovers the bodies of two unrelated victims in separate locations, prompting them to wonder if there are two serial killers on the large instead of one.

The thrilling series gets a boost through its talented cast with veteran actors like Joe Mantegna and Matthew Gray Gubler starring in lead roles. The supporting cast also features Shemar Moore, Kirsten Vangsness, Paget Brewster, Thomas Gibson, Jeanne Tripplehorn, and Jayne Atkinson, among others.

Watch Criminal Minds Season 8 streaming via Hulu

Criminal Minds Season 8 is available to watch on Hulu. The American subscription streaming service offers a variety of content. Alongside beloved TV shows and movies like Modern Family and Game Night, Hulu is also home to hit animated titles like Futurama, Family Guy, and more.

You can watch the show via Hulu by following these steps:

  1. Go to Hulu.com/welcome
  2. Select ‘Start Your Free Trial’
  3. Choose a plan:
    • $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year (With Ads)
    • $17.99 per month (No Ads)

Hulu (With Ads) is the cheapest option, providing users access to Hulu’s streaming library with commercials. Hulu (No Ads) is the service’s premium option, providing access to its library without any advertisements. There are also several bundles available with Hulu that pair the service with Disney Plus and ESPN Plus, along with Live TV plans that also include many live TV channels.

Watch Criminal Minds Season 8 streaming via Paramount Plus

Criminal Minds Season 8 is available to watch on Paramount Plus. The American streaming platform contains the complete oeuvre of CBS, Paramount Pictures, and other Viacom-owned networks. Paramount’s in-house streaming service is also home to popular titles like Frasier, Twin Peaks, FBI, and more.

You can watch via Paramount Plus by following these steps:

  1. Go to ParamountPlus.com
  2. Select ‘Try It Free’
  3. Choose your plan:
    • $5.99 per month or $59.99 per year (Essential)
    • $11.99 per month or $199.99 per year (with SHOWTIME
  4. Enter your personal information and create your account

The Paramount Plus Essential plan includes tens of thousands of episodes and movies, the NFL on CBS, the UEFA Champions League, 24/7 news coverage with CBS News, and limited ads.

The Paramount Plus with SHOWTIME plan includes all of the above, removes the ads except in limited circumstances, and also includes SHOWTIME originals, movies, and sports along with CBS live TV and college football. You’re also able to download shows to your mobile device.

The synopsis of Criminal Minds is as follows:

“An elite team of FBI profilers analyzes the country’s most twisted criminal minds, anticipating their next moves before they strike again. The Behavioral Analysis Unit’s most experienced agent is David Rossi, a founding member of the BAU who returns to help the team solve new cases.”

NOTE: The streaming services listed above are subject to change. The information provided was correct at the time of writing.

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