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The victims are kept in a basement, well-fed and cared for only until they give birth. Immediately after delivery, the mother is murdered. [S5E5] Cradle to Grave

Subplot-wise, this episode features Chief Hotchner being unusually hard on Derek Morgan, a move later revealed to be a test to see if Morgan is ready to lead the team. You can watch the full episode on platforms

The team initially suspects a black-market adoption ring. However, the profile shifts when they realize the killers are a married couple, Robert and Linda Reinman, who lost their own baby, Michael, due to a medical tragedy. This episode is frequently cited in horror discussions

This episode is frequently cited in horror discussions for its claustrophobic "basement" scenes and the clinical, cold nature of the villains.

The BAU (Behavioral Analysis Unit) travels to Albuquerque, New Mexico, to investigate a series of young women who have been found dead shortly after giving birth. The victims are consistently troubled, blonde teenagers who have been missing for years. The investigation reveals a chilling pattern:

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