The wait is nearly over for the return of CBS' popular TV series, Criminal Minds, which will be airing its season 9 premiere episode tonight, titled The Inspiration.

The upcoming installment will feature the likes of Hotch (Thomas Gibson) taking the helm for the BAU, as there's no acting boss at the present time. He must perform multiple tasks, which not only includes fighting crime but also a slew of paperwork.

Although Hotch is still not completely sold on the position, he was crystal clear that he did request the job posted. However, it's still unknown at this time if he'll continue on with his increased responsibility or go back to what he's used to doing.

In other Criminal Minds news, TV Fanatic reported on Sept. 23 that fans will get to see what transpired with J.J. (A.J. Cook) during her months of being AWOL in season 6. Cook dished about what's to come in the ninth season.

"Season 9 is a season about all of our characters. We're looking at this season as a thank-you card to our viewers who've been there sticking with us through the thick and thin. So we're going to take Season 9 to get into the backstories of all our characters," she said.

CBS' Criminal Minds will be kicking off season 9 on Wednesday, September 25. Be sure to keep checking back for more of the latest details. A sneak peek of The Inspiration can be viewed below.

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