Connor Storrie Joins Criminal Minds: Evolution in Recurring Role
Actor Connor Storrie, known for his breakout role in 'Heated Rivalry,' began a four-episode recurring arc on 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' with the June 11 episode 'The Witching Hour,' playing Lance Kingston, a charming narcissist and stalker. Storrie was originally cast for a single episode before the success of 'Heated Rivalry,' but his performance was so compelling that the writers expanded his role. The casting highlights how the show has a tradition of featuring actors before or during their rise to prominence, and Storrie's expanded arc signals continued audience interest in his work.
Connor Storrie made his debut in Season 19 of 'Criminal Minds: Evolution' on Paramount+ on June 11, playing Lance Kingston, a manipulative narcissist whose connection to a stalking case draws the attention of the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit. Storrie was originally booked for just one episode and two days of shooting, but series creator Erica Messer confirmed to Vulture that his screen presence was so strong that his role was expanded to four episodes — covering Episodes 4, 5, 6, and 9 — entirely on the strength of his performance. Notably, the casting occurred last summer, well before 'Heated Rivalry' became a cultural phenomenon, meaning the show's producers selected Storrie based purely on his audition. In the episode, Lance is interrogated by JJ Jareau (A.J. Cook) over photos of his ex-girlfriend that were sent to imprisoned serial killer Elias Voit, but the BAU ultimately determines he was likely hacked and is not their primary suspect. The episode ends on a cliffhanger with Lance apparently abducted and loaded unconscious into a car trunk, setting up a more complex storyline ahead. Production stills show Storrie in both volatile confrontation scenes and quieter, calculating moments, underscoring the range he brings to the role. The series is streaming exclusively on Paramount+, with new episodes dropping weekly on Thursdays.
How coverage differed
The New York Post coverage was largely promotional and fan-service oriented, emphasizing Storrie's appeal to 'Heated Rivalry' fans, while Vulture and TVLine provided more editorial context, including behind-the-scenes details from the showrunner and a more analytical take on the character and episode.
What different sources said
- New York PostRight
Connor Storrie On ‘Criminal Minds’: The ‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Makes Chilling Debut As Narcissistic Stalker Lance Kingston
- TVLineCenter
Connor Storrie Is A Wolf In Ilya's Clothing In Criminal Minds Debut — You Have Recap? Give!
- The Hollywood ReporterCenter
Connor Storrie Just Made His Post-‘Heated Rivalry’ Debut in ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’: Where to Watch Online
- VultureCenter
Connor Storrie Will Get Alpha’d on Criminal Minds: Evolution
- New York PostRight
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