Now that “Criminal Minds” season 13 is all set to premiere this fall on CBS, the biggest question that is bothering fans is whether the season will see the comeback of Thomas Gibson as Aaron Hotchner. Notably, Gibson was asked to leave the show after he had an alleged argument with one of the show's writers.
Fans who wanted their favorite character back on the show started pleading for the same through the popular #NoHotchNoWatch hashtag on social media. To deviate focus off Gibson’s exit, the CBS show introduced a major arc focusing on the popular character, Spencer Reid.
But fan-favorite character’s exit from the crime drama series took a toll on the show’s overall ratings.
According to CarterMatt, "Criminal Minds" Season 12 saw a significant drop in its ratings. In fact the season 12’s average rating is the lowest of all the seasons of the popular CBS drama show. After the writer who was involved in the alleged argument with Gibson has resigned from the show, it is expected that show might request the popular character to return back to the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU).
Page Brewster feels happy and fortunate to be back
Recently Page Brewster, who is the voice of Poison Ivy in the show, revealed some details about the upcoming “Criminal Minds” season 13 in an interview at the San Diego Comic-Con.
Brewster was promoting Batman and Harley Quinn at the Comic-Con event. It was when Thomas Gibson was “dismissed” from the show that Brewster was asked to stay permanently.
When asked about how the team manages to focus despite of so many cast changes, the actress said that the team members care about each other and it’s pretty obvious to miss those who leave the show.
She described the show as “a wacky place” considering the recent cast changes. However, she did emphasize that she is quite happy and fortunate to be back.
Reid will be back with the team
Brewster revealed that post Damon Gupton’s exit from the show, his role will be played by “Beyond Borders” actor Daniel Henney. As far as Reid’s character is concerned, he will be back with the team.
The actress added that the team will be “in a bit of a pickle with Scratch” in the first episode of Season 13.. She also confirmed that “Criminal Minds” Season 13 timing will be moved back by an hour.
For more details don’t forget to watch the season 13 of the popular CBS show “Criminal Minds” as it premieres on September 27, Wednesday at 10 p.m.
