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Is The Mentalist (2008) worth watching?
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Last updated October 26, 2026
The Mentalist (2008) has a TMDB audience score of 8.4/10 from 4,901 votes, which reads as strongly positive. It is a crime and drama show rated TV-14, 7 seasons, 151 episodes. In the US it is on Hulu with a subscription as of October 26, 2026.
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.
Tagline: Let the mind games begin.
Synopsis from TMDB.
| TMDB audience score | 8.4/10 (4,901 votes) |
|---|---|
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Mystery |
| Rated | TV-14 |
| Length | 7 seasons, 151 episodes |
| Release | 2008-09-23 |
| Status | Ended |
| Latest air date | 2015-02-18 |
| Themes TMDB tags | california, con man, cop, criminal investigation, candid, forensic psychology |
| People | Created by Bruno Heller. Starring Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Tim Kang, Rockmond Dunbar |
| Streaming (US, subscription) | Hulu |
| Free with ads | No |
| Rent | No |
| Buy | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home |
Watch it if
- You want something audiences agree on: 4,901 voters landed at 8.4/10
- You like to settle into a series: 7 seasons, 151 episodes
- You want it included in a subscription you may already have (Hulu)
If you like it, try
- Castle (2009), TMDB 8.0/10
- Elementary (2012), TMDB 7.6/10
- CSI: Miami (2002), TMDB 7.7/10
- Manhunt (2017), TMDB 7.6/10
Questions
Is The Mentalist worth watching?
TMDB viewers rate it 8.4/10 across 4,901 votes, a strongly positive reception. That is an audience average, not a critic review, so read the synopsis and the cast to decide if it is your kind of show.
Where can I watch The Mentalist?
In the US on October 26, 2026: on Hulu with a subscription. Catalogs change often, so check the service first.
How long is The Mentalist?
7 seasons, 151 episodes.
What is The Mentalist rated?
It carries a TV-14 rating in the US.
Who is in The Mentalist?
Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Tim Kang, Rockmond Dunbar, Joe Adler.
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Sources: TMDB for titles, ratings, runtimes and synopses. JustWatch (via TMDB) supplies streaming availability. Streaming lists change often. Check the service before you plan your night.