Criminal Minds Beyond Borders Recap: A Satisfying Finale

As the episode came to a close, I couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia wash over me as I said goodbye to this talented team. Jack's wife Karen proved herself to be a force to be reckoned with in this final installment, and it's no secret that their family is growing rapidly - a trend we can expect to continue in future episodes.

The finale's conclusion was characteristically sentimental, bringing together the entire team for a heartwarming moment that wrapped up the show nicely. It was also great to see Ryan make an appearance, even if his role was relatively small compared to the rest of the cast. However, one plot hole did stand out: why wasn't Jack wearing a bulletproof vest when he went to rescue his son? It's a mistake that seemed glaringly obvious and only added to the sense of rushed storytelling.

While the finale didn't quite live up to my expectations in terms of tension or excitement - I had been hoping for a more dramatic showdown between Jack and his undercover son - it was still an enjoyable watch. The episode started slowly, with much of it taking place in darkness that made it difficult to follow the action at times. But once the ex-KGB agent broke out of prison and set a trap, things picked up and became more predictable.

Given the current state of international relations, there's certainly some irony to an episode that features the FBI and Kremlin 'working together' to solve a crime. The International Response Team travels to Russia in search of an American ballerina who has been kidnapped, leading Jack into a confrontation with a former KGB agent who is determined to get his revenge.

It was a fitting conclusion to a season that has seen its fair share of twists and turns. While it may not have been the most exciting finale, it still brought together all the elements that make Criminal Minds Beyond Borders so compelling - a talented cast, engaging storylines, and a sense of camaraderie among the team members. As we say goodbye to this series, I can only hope that future episodes will continue to deliver the same level of quality and entertainment.

Criminal minds beyond borders recap