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The Mentalist

2008·Show
151Episodes in7Seasons·TV-14
IMDb8.2Metacritic658.3Rotten Tomatoes–90%
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Where to watch

Hulu

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The Mentalist fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Romance4

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Dark Humor3

World

Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Intrigue9
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

Let the mind games begin.

Patrick Jane, a former celebrity psychic medium, uses his razor sharp skills of observation and expertise at "reading" people to solve serious crimes with the California Bureau of Investigation.
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Crew

Directed by:
Chris Long, Eric Laneuville, John F. Showalter
Written by:
Erika Green Swafford, David Appelbaum, Jordan Harper
Produced by:
Eoghan Mahony, Matthew Carlisle, Ken Woodruff
Composed by:
Blake Neely

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Mentalist

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Mentalist legally?

Hulu

The Mentalist is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Mentalist worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 8.2 and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Mentalist rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does The Mentalist have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 151 episodes.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Mentalist?

Critics65
Audiences85

Not quite. Audiences rate The Mentalist higher (85) than critics (65). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

When did The Mentalist air?

It ran from 2008 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is The Mentalist in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Mentalist?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mentalist in 137 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Mentalist use?

Indignant SlapSuperstition EpisodeDrowning My SorrowsI Always Wanted to Say ThatWe'll See About ThatDonut Mess with a CopMerciful MinionTime SkipHow Many Fingers?Artistic License – ChessThere Are No TherapistsPromoted to Parentand 376 more

TV Tropes lists 388 storytelling tropes for The Mentalist, including Indignant Slap, Superstition Episode, Drowning My Sorrows.