New CBS Series: The Mentalist - Fall 2008

By Kelly West: 2008-05-18 14:42:14

Among the new drama series set to premiere on CBS this fall is The Mentalist. For those of you who love those procedurals, I think this one’s for you. The Mentalist stars The Devil Wears Prada’s Simon Baker and centers on a detective who finds the bad-guy by analyzing their behavior through clues left behind at the crime scene.

You can view a preview clip from the series on CBS’s website. Below is the description for The Mentalist that CBS released.

“THE MENTALIST stars Golden Globe Award nominee Simon Baker (The Devil Wears Prada) as Patrick Jane, a detective and independent consultant with the California Bureau of Investigation (CBI), who has a remarkable track record for solving serious crimes by using his razor sharp skills of observation. Within the Bureau, Jane is notorious for his blatant lack of protocol and his semi-celebrity past as a psychic medium, whose paranormal abilities he now admits he feigned. Jane's role in cracking a series of tough high-profile cases is greatly valued by his fellow agents. However, no-nonsense Senior Agent Teresa Lisbon (Robin Tunney, Prison Break) openly resists having Jane in her unit and alternates between reluctantly acknowledging Jane's usefulness and blasting him for his theatrics, narcissism and dangerous lack of boundaries. Lisbon's team includes agents Kimball Cho (Tim Kang, Rambo), Wayne Rigsby (Owain Yeoman, The Nine), and rookie member Grace Van Pelt (Amanda Righetti, The O.C.), who all think Jane's a loose cannon but admire his charm and knack for clearing cases. Bruno Heller (creator of Rome) is creator/executive producer, and Emmy Award winner David Nutter (Band of Brothers) is the executive producer for Warner Bros. Television. ”

Based on the description, this series sounds like a cross between the movie Se7en and the USA TV series, Psych. The main character has the keen ability to see what others overlook except, unlike Psych, which undercuts their crime-mystery stories with a bit of comedy in each episode, I’m guessing by the preview that The Mentalist is going to more serious, dark and twisty route. Looks like it could be good.

As it stands right now, The Mentalist will air on CBS on Tuesday nights at 9:00 p.m. starting this fall.

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL CBS FALL 2008 SCHEDULE (Just keep in mind that the schedule could change between now and the fall).

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Laura
May 5, 2009 at 20:36

I love The Mentalist so glad it has moved to Tuesday Night.
Please keep it running.

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Dandy
December 3, 2008 at 11:31

I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!! it is amazing and hilarious and everyone who dislikes it doesnt know a great show when they see it!! i cant wait to watch the next episode

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David
November 18, 2008 at 09:11

I've been watching The Mentalist on line (until last week when CBS took it off of their website). I guess I'll watch it during regular programming and watch Fringe on line later. I can't decide. I did find a Japanese web site that plays the show online but it has their subtitles.

If CBS is going to continue with The Mentalist they should put it back on line for those of us who like other shows during the same time slot (and whose wife DVR's two other shows already during the same time).

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Angela ANderson
November 14, 2008 at 10:50

I do not give a snot what the others say ........I LOVE THE MENTALIST. Others don't seem to know a good show when they see it. Maybe they should buy some glasses. maybe you should not give a comment if you have not seen more than just the pilot episode.

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Terri
November 13, 2008 at 00:41

love the show.

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mera
November 12, 2008 at 13:12

loce, love, love it!!!

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Tina
October 28, 2008 at 21:41

Great show! If you watch closely, you can see some of the clues that he sees to solve things. Challenge yourselves!

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Krista Brandt
October 9, 2008 at 17:55

Great program, I have enjoyed the shows since Sept. please do not cancel this show! There have been a lot of program cancellations, lets keep this alive, Thanks

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Connie
October 6, 2008 at 21:11

There are very few television shows that I can honestly say that I enjoy watching, but this one I'll definitely continue watching.

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John A Mangum
October 2, 2008 at 14:00

I've now viewed two episodes. The plots are intriguing, the characters are above average and the program is entirely unbelievable. "Why?", you ask? Baker's character and his portrayal of it are solid. The other actors have done a credible job in making their characters seem 'real'. The problem is with the writers. In both shows, the 'professionals' have not had a 'clue' in figuring out or solving the crimes. The viewer asks, What good are they?". Simon is doing it all... all by himself. The professionals contribute nothing. They could be written out of the script without any loss in the story-line. Why didn't they have The Mentalist just sit at home, wait for calls from police all over the U.S. and respond to the ones he finds interesting. The production company would spend less on character salaries and the program would be a lot more believable.

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Jeff Evans
September 27, 2008 at 13:48

There are only a few legit "mentalists" around doing entertainment that is appropriate and sophisticated. Check out www.RichFerguson.com. He's been on numerous other tv shows and was a finalist on another NBC reality show. Rich wrote the book on the subject of observation and was tested off the charts. Mentalism is a fine art indeed. Observation, deducting, strategy, etc are all important skills of a true mentalist not using silly magic tricks. This show seems pretty accurate so far as far as a mentalist observing what other miss. If you want your minds blown, check out Rich Ferguson.

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Linda Nelson
September 24, 2008 at 18:11

I enjoy watching Simon Baker he is so cute and talented

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Linda Nelson
September 24, 2008 at 18:11

I enjoy watching Simon Baker he is so cute and talented

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Dan
September 24, 2008 at 01:52

I liked it; it was entertaining and moved well as for the cast Joe seamed fine to me. I for one enjoyed it and yes I will watch it and Psych. Everyone should remember that this is TV and that means it is entertainment. If you enjoyed it watch it if you did not donâ€™t watch.

For heavens sake people it is a TV program everything out there is a ripe off of something. We rip off Briton they tip off Australia and they rip off us, who cares if it's not a bloody reality show I will watch it.

If you want to complain about anything try complaining about the amount of commercials, 42 minutes of program and 18 minutes of commercials.

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Jim
September 23, 2008 at 18:04

Is this show based upon the former NYPD Cop, Riley G - Psychic Detective that hunted serial killers in Australia years ago? I have followed him from his website at http://www.RileyG.com
I know that the skeptic groups, to included James Randi hate Riley G with a passion.

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Jay
September 23, 2008 at 03:28

CBS insists that it's not a comedy, but I couldn't stop laughing at the show's trailer. If the show is really that much of a copy of Psych, it'll be satirical.

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Stephanie
September 14, 2008 at 20:22

I cannot believe how much they are trying to copy Psych. Hmm, a guy who picks up on the little details, is mistaken for a psychic, and works with detectives to solve crimes. Nothing can compare to Psych.

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Kim
August 23, 2008 at 19:22

Reminds me of 'Wire in the Blood' on BBC America

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Joe
July 11, 2008 at 08:51

This show sucks, for crying out loud if this is the best you can produce get into another business. The cast had about as much chemistry as two dirty socks in a hamper. ten thumbs down.

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Andy
June 28, 2008 at 15:25

This show was based on Gerry McCambridge, who had a TV show on NBC titled "The Mentalist." Check out the real mentalist at http://www.mentalist.com

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Tyler
June 14, 2008 at 17:18

Any attempt at copying the premise of a sucessful show, gets a thumb down from me. Watch Psych.

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Bobbi
June 3, 2008 at 03:28

Great! Any show with Simon Baker is one I will watch.

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Bill
May 18, 2008 at 17:20

For the love of GOD CBS, stop making things so dam complicated and bring back JERICHO. You know you want to.

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