The Mentalist

Episode 1

Scarlet Ribbons

In prison for killing his nemesis, Patrick Jane must prove that the man he shot really was Red John. Meanwhile, Lisbon urges Van Pelt to seek counseling in the aftermath of the death of her fiancé.

8.5 Sep 22, 2011

Episode 2

Little Red Book

With Lisbon suspended and the rest of the team reassigned, Jane is reinstated as a CBI consultant and forced to work with a new team. During the investigation, Jane conspires to bring his former team back together.

8.0 Sep 29, 2011

Episode 3

Pretty Red Balloon

When the son of a former client from Jane's days as a psychic is kidnapped, Jane and the CBI team are asked to help find him. Meanwhile, Jane butts heads with his former client's new "spiritual advisor."

7.6 Oct 06, 2011

Episode 4

Ring Around the Rosie

Jane notices a suspicious-looking man carrying a gun at a political rally and sets out to prove he's a psychopath on the brink of committing murder. Meanwhile, Lisbon investigates the death of a photographer at the same rally.

7.5 Oct 13, 2011

Episode 5

Blood and Sand

The CBI team investigates the murder of a woman whose corpse washed up on an island off the coast of California. Rigsby worries that his relationship with a public defender will create awkwardness between him and Van Pelt.

7.5 Oct 20, 2011

Episode 6

Where in the World Is Carmine O'Brien?

When the CBI team travels to a resort town to find out who murdered a police chief, Lisbon crosses paths with her brother Tommy, now a bounty hunter, who's tracking a bail jumper.

7.7 Oct 27, 2011

Episode 7

Blinking Red Light

The search for a serial killer hits close to home for Jane when he encounters a blogger who has devoted his life to finding the killer.

8.7 Nov 03, 2011

Episode 8

Pink Tops

In order to find the killer of an undercover narcotics cop, Jane and the CBI team retrace her investigation.

7.0 Nov 17, 2011

Episode 9

The Redshirt

Jane and the CBI investigate when a retired NFL star quarterback is presumed dead after his car blows up. Meanwhile, while preparing for a court case, Rigsby and Harrigan take their relationship to the next level.

7.6 Dec 08, 2011

Episode 10

Fugue in Red

During the search for a firefighter's killer, Jane is attacked and nearly drowned, resulting in a temporary loss of his memory and a return to his pre-CBI con man persona.

7.3 Dec 15, 2011

Episode 11

Always Bet on Red

Jane and the CBI team narrow down the long list of suspects after a high-end divorce attorney, with many enemies, is killed on his speed boat. Meanwhile, Jane is questioned by Agent Darcy about whether Red John was responsible for Panzer's murder.

7.5 Jan 12, 2012

Episode 12

My Bloody Valentine

With very little evidence, Jane and the CBI investigate the death of a mob boss’ son. Meanwhile, while taking an eyewitness in for questioning, Van Pelt is haunted by the memories of O’Laughlin’s shooting.

6.8 Jan 19, 2012

Episode 13

Red Is the New Black

Jane and the CBI narrow down the list of suspects after a disgraced clothing designer on the verge of a comeback becomes a fashion victim. Meanwhile, FBI Agent Darcy continues her investigation into finding Red John.

6.7 Feb 02, 2012

Episode 14

At First Blush

While a jury deliberates the guilt or innocence of a defendant on trial for murder, Jane tries to prove she has been wrongfully accused before time runs out. Meanwhile, Summer may have gone too far when she helps Cho make a case against a suspect.

7.0 Feb 09, 2012

Episode 15

War of the Roses

When a charity worker is killed, Jane has Erica Flynn, a murderer he helped imprison, furloughed in exchange for information she claims to have about the case. Meanwhile, Rigsby and Sarah try to adjust to impending parenthood.

7.2 Feb 16, 2012

Episode 16

His Thoughts Were Red Thoughts

Jane is reunited with his former nemesis, cult leader Bret Stiles, when the head of an anti-cult activist organization is murdered.

7.5 Feb 23, 2012

Episode 17

Cheap Burgundy

Jane suspects that Agent Susan Darcy has ulterior motives when she asks for his help with a homicide investigation. Meanwhile, the CBI team handles the murder of a young woman who was killed after meeting someone in an online chat room.

7.1 Mar 08, 2012

Episode 18

Ruddy Cheeks

Jane and the CBI try to narrow down the list of suspects when a terminally ill man, is found murdered. Meanwhile, Cho is forced to face his demons.

7.0 Mar 09, 2012

Episode 19

Pink Champagne on Ice

While investigating the murder of a casino employee, Jane runs into a stage magician he used to tour with during his time as a mentalist and discovers he is hiding a shocking secret.

7.3 Mar 29, 2012

Episode 20

Something's Rotten in Redmund

Jane and the CBI try to determine who would have reason to kill a popular English teacher, and Rigsby nervously awaits a special delivery.

6.7 Apr 05, 2012

Episode 21

Ruby Slippers

Jane and the CBI try to find the killer of a man found outside a cabaret featuring female impersonators. During the investigation they discover a list of suspects, all of whom bullied the victim. Meanwhile, Cho and Summer hide their relationship from Lisbon.

6.9 Apr 26, 2012

Episode 22

So Long, and Thanks for All the Red Snapper

While investigating the murder of a surfer, Lisbon reconnects with her former fiancé, Kenny Johnson, who she hasn't seen in over a decade. Also, Cho questions his decision to be in a relationship with Summer.

6.5 May 03, 2012

Episode 23

Red Rover, Red Rover

On the ninth anniversary of his wife and daughter's death, Jane receives a message from Red John, causing Jane to lose focus on his current case and put the investigation and his career at the CBI in jeopardy

8.0 May 10, 2012

Episode 24

The Crimson Hat

After another failed attempt to defeat Red John, Patrick Jane hits rock bottom, finds a lover and shoots one of his own.

7.9 May 17, 2012