The episode is often cited as one of the most polarizing and frustrating entries in the series.
" Awake " refers to the eighth episode of Season 11, which originally aired on November 18, 2015. The episode centers on an "unsub" (unknown subject) in Phoenix who abducts victims and subjects them to extreme sleep deprivation, while the BAU (Behavioral Analysis Unit) also navigates a looming threat from hitmen targeting Penelope Garcia. Critical Reception and Key Highlights [S11E8] Awake
“I hated this episode regardless of that though. Also, the father was correct and they never took the information serious.” Reddit · r/criminalminds The episode is often cited as one of
: Critics and viewers noted that the episode features higher-than-average levels of brutality and graphic torture for the series, which some found "deadening" or "hard to watch". Critical Reception and Key Highlights “I hated this