The acclaimed crime drama 'The Mentalist,' starring Simon Baker as psychic Patrick Jane, has been hailed by viewers as 'one of the best' TV series ever made. The show, which aired from 2008 to 2015 across seven seasons and 151 episodes on CBS, is now available to stream on Prime Video.
What is 'The Mentalist' About?
The series follows former fraudster Patrick Jane, who uses his keen observational skills and claimed psychic abilities as a consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation (CBI). His heartbreaking motivation stems from the murder of his wife and daughter by a serial killer known as Red John, whom he is determined to catch. Robin Tunney co-stars as his superior, Senior Agent Teresa Lisbon.
Viewer Reactions: 'Perfect' and 'Unique'
On IMDb, one viewer proclaimed it 'more than the best,' while another called it 'one of my favourite shows ever,' adding: 'Patrick Jane is one of the smartest characters I have ever seen.' A third enthusiast labelled it 'perfect,' noting that while it 'can get a little repetitive in the middle of the series, keep watching.' Another fan said: 'Unique and amazing! The Mentalist is one of the best TV series I have ever seen.'
Massive Success and Ratings
Upon its premiere, 'The Mentalist' became the most-watched show in prime time, attracting 18.7 million total viewers, according to Nielsen Media Research. The series, created by Bruno Heller, concluded with a two-part finale that left many fans heartbroken. In June 2026, one fan posted on X: 'The way I'm delaying finishing The Mentalist because I don't want it to end.'
'The Mentalist' is available to stream on Prime Video.
