What Episode Does Will Die In Criminal Minds

Okay, let's talk Criminal Minds. Specifically, let's talk about good ol' Will LaMontagne Jr. We all love him, right? Right?

He's the supportive husband to JJ, the amazing dad... and constantly in danger. Which leads us to the big question: when does he finally kick the bucket?

Spoiler alert: he doesn't. At least, not yet. But hear me out…

The Will LaMontagne Jr. Death Watch

Every season, we're all on high alert. Is Will going to survive? Will JJ get a call no one wants to receive?

He’s been shot. He's been kidnapped. He's practically a magnet for unsub-related peril. Honestly, it’s exhausting.

My Unpopular Opinion: He Should Have Died (Maybe)

Now, before you grab your pitchforks, listen! I love Will. He's a genuinely good guy.

But dramatically speaking, a Will-sized tragedy could have been amazing for JJ's storyline. Think about it!

She's already a badass. Losing her rock would have taken her character arc to an entirely new level. Raw emotion, people!

I know, I know. Cruel. But hear me out, stories needs drama!

Potential "Death" Episodes We Misinterpreted

Let's revisit some close calls. Remember that time Will got cancer?

Everyone thought that was it. Goodbye, Will! Prepare the tissues!

But nope! He pulled through. Miracle cure courtesy of the Criminal Minds writers' room. Convenient, right?

And what about the time he got shot? Another near-death experience that turned out to be a blip.

All these fakeouts… it's emotional whiplash! The writers were clearly teasing us.

Why Killing Will Makes Sense (From a Story Perspective)

Okay, I'm not saying I want Will to die. I just think it would be... impactful.

Consider the ripple effect. The team dealing with JJ's grief? Heartbreaking!

The unsubs capitalizing on her vulnerability? Terrifying! It would raise the stakes, big time.

"But Criminal Minds is already dark enough!" you might say.

And to that, I say… precisely! Embrace the darkness. Make us feel something other than mild discomfort when an unsub ties someone up.

Let’s Face It, He's Plot Armor Personified

Maybe the writers are too attached to Will. Maybe they think killing him would be too depressing.

But it feels like he's untouchable. He survives every ridiculous situation. It's almost comical.

He's basically wearing plot armor made of kevlar and happy thoughts. Unsub-proof, baby!

So, to answer the original question: Will doesn't die. Not on screen, anyway.

But in my headcanon? He's died at least five times. Each death more dramatic than the last.

Don’t judge me. It's good storytelling! Maybe. Probably not. But a girl can dream, right?

Ultimately, Will surviving is probably the "nicer" choice. And that's okay!

But a part of me will always wonder what could have been. The drama! The angst! The tears!

So next time you watch Criminal Minds, keep a close eye on Will. You never know. Maybe, just maybe, this will be his season.