Is the network dead? What awaits the BAU? To what extent will Zach Gilford be in the new season? Erica Messer answers all following that tense season 18 finale.

After another gripping season spent trying to unmask the serial killers on Sicarius’ deadly network, Criminal Minds: Evolution ‘s Season 18 finale finally identified The Disciple and put the puzzle pieces together — but not before several jaw-dropping twists that will have viewers on the edge of their seats.

Gubler celebrated his return to the series in a statement obtained by TV Insider after his episode aired. “It’s a joy to get to tell stories with people you love so I will always cherish any moment, big or small, that I get to hug my Criminal Minds family or slip back into my dear friend Spencer’s oversized wingtips,” he said.