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The Mentalist

  • TV Series
  • 2008–2015
  • TV-14
  • 43m
IMDb RATING
8.2/10
212K
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Simon Baker in The Mentalist (2008)
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Police ProceduralPsychological DramaCrimeDramaMysteryThriller

A famous "psychic" outs himself as a fake, and starts working as a consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation so he can find "Red John", the madman who killed his wife and daughte... Read allA famous "psychic" outs himself as a fake, and starts working as a consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation so he can find "Red John", the madman who killed his wife and daughter.A famous "psychic" outs himself as a fake, and starts working as a consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation so he can find "Red John", the madman who killed his wife and daughter.

  • Creator
    • Bruno Heller
  • Stars
    • Simon Baker
    • Robin Tunney
    • Tim Kang
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.2/10
    212K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
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    • Creator
      • Bruno Heller
    • Stars
      • Simon Baker
      • Robin Tunney
      • Tim Kang
    • 437User reviews
    • 57Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 4 wins & 16 nominations total

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    Simon Baker
    Simon Baker
    • Patrick Jane
    Robin Tunney
    Robin Tunney
    • Teresa Lisbon
    Tim Kang
    Tim Kang
    • Kimball Cho
    Owain Yeoman
    Owain Yeoman
    • Wayne Rigsby
    Amanda Righetti
    Amanda Righetti
    • Grace Van Pelt…
    John Troy Donovan
    John Troy Donovan
    • CBI Ron
    Rockmond Dunbar
    Rockmond Dunbar
    • Dennis Abbott
    Joe Adler
    Joe Adler
    • Jason Wylie
    Michael Gaston
    Michael Gaston
    • Gale Bertram
    Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
    Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
    • Madeleine Hightower
    Gregory Itzin
    Gregory Itzin
    • Virgil Minelli
    Emily Swallow
    Emily Swallow
    • Kim Fischer
    Pruitt Taylor Vince
    Pruitt Taylor Vince
    • J.J. LaRoche
    Josie Loren
    Josie Loren
    • Michelle Vega
    Michael Rady
    Michael Rady
    • Luther Wainwright
    Rebecca Wisocky
    Rebecca Wisocky
    • Brenda Shettrick
    Karl Sonnenberg
    Karl Sonnenberg
    • CBI Karl…
    Eric Winter
    Eric Winter
    • Craig O'Laughlin
    • Creator
      • Bruno Heller
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    • Trivia
      Owain Yeoman is in fact Welsh; he puts on the American accent he uses, which even fooled the other cast members, as he always stayed in character, even when the cameras weren't rolling.
    • Goofs
      That's not what mental acuity means. Mental acuity is intelligence, not any form of psychological manipulation and while some Mentalists may possess it, it is not a requirement or in any way part of the definition of the word.
    • Quotes

      Patrick Jane: There's no such thing as psychics.

    • Connections
      Featured in Loose Women: Episode #13.193 (2009)

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    10/10

    Favourite Show of All Time

    This shows is master class in acting.

    Robin Tunney and Simon Baker have a chemistry and credibility so rare that it's simply wonderful to watch every single scene. These are two of the greatest actors I've ever watched. I wish they won more awards and received greater recognition.

    With the character development in the series, the writers were on point. Jane and Lisbon are mature characters; credible, solid, exceptionally developed in all aspects. Because of the subtlety of the writing and nuanced performances, their arc over the 7 seasons is just sublime.

    Humour and darkness are perfectly balanced and refined in both the writing and performances. It doesn't talk down to its viewers. It doesn't go in for shallow drama to create tension. It's inventive. All is purposefully done. That I deeply respect.

    Cho, Rigsby and Van Pelt really become a truly lovable team and they somehow create a sense of home. Tim Kang, Amanda Righetti and Owain Yeoman were perfect at every turn. Very rare. I missed the team so much. That's a testament to the actors.

    Exquisite guest stars mean this show is rife with the most memorable, bizarre and irreplaceable characters. There are too many to name. It would clog the word count. I mean. Monster talent. All in one show. Every single person created a memorable and an immensely enjoyable character. I wanted to see more of them.

    I remember at the time it aired, people were going mad speculating about Red John. He was an excellent catalyst - a truly horrific storyline and figure.

    But to me the show was never truly about him. It was about Jane, Lisbon and the team. Finding your people and purpose. Growing and learning from pain.

    I love the music by Blake Neely. Psychological, eerie, haunting, funny, emotional, heartwarming, reflective, sentimental... He aced it. I revisit it constantly.

    Bruno Heller and Chris Long created something incredible. The fact they honoured what the fans wanted in Season 6 and 7 is a tremendously rare outcome in this business and unlike any show I've ever seen. They truly nailed it.

    I miss this show and characters and always will.
    • RachaelHP
    • Jan 15, 2020
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    • Release date
      • September 23, 2008 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Thám Tử Đại Tài
    • Filming locations
      • Sacramento, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Primrose Hill Productions
      • Warner Bros. Television
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    • Runtime
      43 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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