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A prominent country club member is poisoned at a party. Jane explores the toxic dynamics of elite suburban gossip to find the killer. Episode 16: "Bloodshot" Director: Chris Long
When a high school girl drowns at a local beach, Jane focuses his attention on her tight-knit group of surfer friends, breaking their collective silence by manipulating their psychological guilt. Episode 4: "Ladies in Red" Director: Chris Long index of the mentalist season 1
| | Title | Original Air Date | Viewers (millions) | Synopsis | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |:--- | | S1 E1 | "Pilot" | September 23, 2008 | 15.60 | A double murder mimics Red John's M.O., pulling Jane into a personal case as he joins the CBI. | | S1 E2 | "Red Hair and Silver Tape" | September 30, 2008 | N/A | A local sheriff (Xander Berkeley) is suspected in the murder of a young woman; a shocking twist reveals the true killer. | | S1 E3 | "Red Tide" | October 14, 2008 | N/A | The CBI probes the death of a woman found on a beach with her young son nearby; the investigation leads to a surprising culprit. | | S1 E4 | "Ladies in Red" | October 21, 2008 | N/A | A financial executive is found dead, and the team suspects one of three prominent women who had motives for his murder. | | S1 E5 | "Redwood" | October 28, 2008 | N/A | A young woman is found murdered in a vineyard; the case becomes complicated when her twin sister is kidnapped. | | S1 E6 | "Red Handed" | November 11, 2008 | N/A | A casino owner is found dead, and Jane goes undercover as a card player to catch a killer who may have ties to organized crime. | | S1 E7 | "Seeing Red" | November 18, 2008 | N/A | A serial killer is copying the crimes of Jane's nemesis; a new psychic, Kristina Frye (Leslie Hope), claims she can communicate with victims. | | S1 E8 | "The Thin Red Line" | November 25, 2008 | N/A | Jane is accused of planting evidence in an old case; Lisbon must defend her partner's methods while solving a new murder. | | S1 E9 | "Flame Red" | December 9, 2008 | N/A | A firefighter is found dead at a fire scene; Jane suspects arson and a cover-up within the department. | | S1 E10 | "Red Brick and Ivy" | December 16, 2008 | N/A | A teacher is found murdered in her classroom; Jane's investigation uncovers a long-buried secret at the school. | | S1 E11 | "Red John's Friends" | January 11, 2009 | N/A | A member of a secret organization that may know Red John's true identity is murdered, forcing Jane to infiltrate the group. | | S1 E12 | "Red Rum" | January 18, 2009 | N/A | A woman is found murdered in her home, and the only witness is her parrot, who may have seen the killer's face. | | S1 E13 | "Paint It Red" | January 25, 2009 | N/A | A wealthy businessman is found dead; the investigation reveals a family full of secrets and a valuable painting that may be the key. | | S1 E14 | "Crimson Casanova" | February 10, 2009 | N/A | A notorious ladies' man is murdered; the team must determine which of his many jilted lovers finally snapped. | | S1 E15 | "Scarlett Fever" | February 17, 2009 | N/A | A Hollywood producer is found dead; the investigation uncovers a web of blackmail and betrayal among his colleagues. | | S1 E16 | "Bloodshot" | March 10, 2009 | N/A | Jane is blinded in an explosion while working a case; he must rely on his other senses and his team to find the bomber. | | S1 E17 | "Carnelian, Inc." | March 17, 2009 | N/A | An executive at a powerful corporation is killed; Jane suspects the company's ruthless CEO may have ordered the hit. | | S1 E18 | "Russet Potatoes" | March 24, 2009 | N/A | Jane pits his skills against a master hypnotist who is using his power over the mind to force his victims to commit violent crimes. | | S1 E19 | "A Dozen Red Roses" | March 31, 2009 | N/A | A wedding planner is murdered; the investigation leads the team to a jilted bride who may have orchestrated a deadly scheme. | | S1 E20 | "Red Sauce" | April 7, 2009 | N/A | A restaurant owner is found dead; Jane's investigation uncovers a connection to the Italian Mafia and a secret recipe worth killing for. | | S1 E21 | "Miss Red" | April 28, 2009 | N/A | A beauty pageant contestant is murdered; the team must navigate the world of competitive pageants to find the killer. | | S1 E22 | "Blood Brothers" | May 5, 2009 | N/A | A man is found dead in a small town; Jane discovers a dark secret among a group of childhood friends. | | S1 E23 | "Red John's Footsteps" | May 19, 2009 | N/A | Jane follows a trail of clues left by Red John himself, leading him to a shocking confrontation with the serial killer he's been hunting for years. | A prominent country club member is poisoned at a party
A hit-and-run victim's wealthy mother hires a high-profile psychic medium. Jane fixates on exposing the psychic as a fraud while simultaneously tracking down the real murderer. Episode 8: "The Thin Red Line" Director: Matt Earl Beesley Episode 4: "Ladies in Red" Director: Chris Long
Pilot , Red John’s Friends (Ep 11), Red John’s Footsteps (Ep 23).
The Mentalist burst onto screens in September 2008, instantly grabbing audiences with its unique blend of procedurals, psychological manipulation, and the overarching mystery of the elusive serial killer, . Season 1, consisting of 23 episodes, established the formula for the hit CBS show, introducing us to the charming, unconventional, and haunted Patrick Jane (Simon Baker).