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Reid's Role: Script Twist Led to Gubler's 'Criminal Minds' Part
24 Aug
Summary
- Dr. Spencer Reid was initially envisioned as stoic, like Data.
- Matthew Gray Gubler's warm audition contrasted with the original plan.
- The casting team adapted their vision after multiple callbacks.
The creators of "Criminal Minds" initially sought a stoic character for Dr. Spencer Reid, envisioning a persona similar to Data from "Star Trek: The Next Generation." This role, filled by Matthew Gray Gubler, was intended to be the youngest member of the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit.
Gubler's audition presented a contrast to the creators' vision, as he portrayed the character with a warmer, more gregarious demeanor. Despite this deviation from the original concept, the casting team was impressed by Gubler's performance during his callback auditions.
After four to five auditions, the creative team ultimately decided to deviate from their initial plan. They were won over by Gubler's unique portrayal, leading them to cast him as Dr. Spencer Reid, a character whose characteristics were shaped by the actor's audition.
