Not only did the plot twist of "victim as killer" make for a strong episode, it set in motion a multi-episode story arc that played out over two seasons. George Foyet — who, at the end of "Omnivore," managed to escape from custody — would soon return, this time with his sights fixed solely on Hotch.
Foyet's threats are so severe that Hotch's son, Jack, and ex-wife, Haley, are forced into protective custody while the BAU hunts him. Tragically, as dedicated fans know, Foyet goes on to murder Haley while Hotch listens on the phone in an incredibly poignant scene. Foyet finally meets his end when Hotch beats him to death, seeking vengeance over Haley's murder.
Above all, after Foyet's reign comes to its final end, Hotch and the entire BAU are irrevocably changed ... and it all began with that plot twist in "Omnivore."
Given the impact of "Omnivore" on the series' storyline, it's no wonder that it ranks high with fans. On IMDb, the episode's rating ties it at 7th place, making it one of the best reviewed on the website. Screen Rant ranks "Omnivore" as one of the best episodes featuring an unsub based on a real-life killer. The episode also remains popular because it introduced George Foyet, a fan-favorite unsub. TV Guide named the Reaper as the series' most memorable unsub. On Reddit, there are entire threads dedicated to discussing both the Reaper and his debut episode. In fact, some on Reddit have admitted that during "Omnivore" re-watches, they find themselves shouting at the screen, in a futile attempt to warn Hotch about Foyet. With high critical praise and strong fan support, it's clear that the plot twist in "Omnivore" stands above the rest.
