[s3e2] | In Birth And Death

In addition to Eddie Cibrian, the episode features Gordon Clapp.

The team manages to track Smith down before he can kill his next victim. A significant moment occurs when the team must also manage the psychological well-being of the killer's son, who was forced to be an accomplice. Production Notes Official Title: " In Name and Blood " Release Date: Originally aired on October 3, 2007. Director: Felix Enriquez Alcala. [S3E2] In Birth and Death

The killer is Joe Smith, played by guest star Eddie Cibrian . In addition to Eddie Cibrian, the episode features

Despite these internal crises, the remaining members—including Derek Morgan, JJ, Reid, and Garcia—must investigate a serial killer in Milwaukee. Key Plot Details Production Notes Official Title: " In Name and

Smith is a particularly manipulative serial killer who uses his young son to lure women into a false sense of security before abducting and murdering them.

In this episode, the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) is in a state of upheaval. Following the events of the Season 2 finale and the Season 3 premiere, the team is shorthanded:

For a deeper dive into how this episode fits into the larger narrative of the BAU's most challenging season, you can watch this recap: