is the 18th episode of the fourth season of the police procedural drama Criminal Minds . It is a pivotal episode in the series as it introduces George Foyet , also known as The Reaper , who becomes one of the most significant and recurring antagonists in the show's history. Plot Overview
: Foyet originally appears in the episode as a victim who survived a previous Reaper attack. This allows him to stay close to the investigation until the team realizes his true identity.
The Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) travels to Boston to investigate the return of a notorious serial killer, , who had stopped killing 10 years prior. The killer had previously made a "deal" with the lead detective on the case to stop his spree if the investigation was dropped. When that detective dies, The Reaper begins killing again to reclaim his "power". Key Character: The Reaper (George Foyet) [S4E18] Omnivore
: He often takes "trophies" or personal possessions from his victims to showcase his power. Critical Reception and Discussion
Detailed recaps and fan analysis are also available via the . S4E18 - “Omnivore” - Unsubs: A Criminal Minds Podcast is the 18th episode of the fourth season
You can watch "Omnivore" on streaming platforms like (free trial available), Hulu, or Disney+ (depending on your region).
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: Community discussions on Reddit often debate whether the BAU actually had enough physical evidence to convict Foyet at the time Hotch identified him, or if the case relied primarily on psychological profiling. Where to Watch