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The Worst Episodes of The Mentalist

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The Worst Episodes of The Mentalist

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...

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  1. Background image for So Long, and Thanks for All the Red Snapper
    6.7/10(22 votes)

    #1 - So Long, and Thanks for All the Red Snapper

    S4:E22

    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.

    Director:Chris Long
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  2. Background image for Red Velvet Cupcakes
    6.8/10(23 votes)

    #2 - Red Velvet Cupcakes

    S5:E20

    Rigsby and Van Pelt go undercover as a couple with relationship problems to investigate the death of a woman who received advice from a radio love doctor.

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  3. Background image for Red Is the New Black
    7.0/10(22 votes)

    #3 - Red Is the New Black

    S4:E13

    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.

    Director:Tom Verica
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  4. Background image for Something's Rotten in Redmund
    7.0/10(20 votes)

    #4 - Something's Rotten in Redmund

    S4:E20

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

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  5. Background image for A Dozen Red Roses
    7.1/10(23 votes)

    #5 - A Dozen Red Roses

    S1:E19

    Patrick Jane and the team go to Hollywood when they investigate the murder of a movie producer.

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  6. Background image for My Bloody Valentine
    7.1/10(19 votes)

    #6 - My Bloody Valentine

    S4:E12

    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.

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  8. Background image for Ruddy Cheeks
    7.1/10(22 votes)

    #7 - Ruddy Cheeks

    S4:E18

    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.

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  9. Background image for Ruby Slippers
    7.1/10(25 votes)

    #8 - Ruby Slippers

    S4:E21

    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.

    Director:Kevin Hooks
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  10. Background image for Red Letter Day
    7.1/10(21 votes)

    #9 - Red Letter Day

    S5:E19

    The CBI team heads out to a run-down Wild West tourist town to investigate the death of the town's owner. Meanwhile, Kirkland tries to uncover the extent of Jane's knowledge about Red John.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writer:Mike Weiss
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  11. Background image for The Scarlet Letter
    7.2/10(24 votes)

    #10 - The Scarlet Letter

    S2:E2

    Lisbon and the team work the case of a State Senator's murdered intern, while Jane simultaneously tries to find out what new information Bosco has uncovered on the Red John case.

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  12. Background image for Pink Tops
    7.2/10(22 votes)

    #11 - Pink Tops

    S4:E8

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

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  13. Background image for At First Blush
    7.2/10(20 votes)

    #12 - At First Blush

    S4:E14

    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.

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  14. Background image for Forest Green
    7.2/10(21 votes)

    #13 - Forest Green

    S6:E18

    When a woman is found murdered near a remote men’s social club, Jane must find a way to insinuate himself into the insular group to find the killer.

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  15. Background image for Seeing Red
    7.3/10(29 votes)

    #14 - Seeing Red

    S1:E7

    Patrick Jane goes head-to-head with a "psychic" he suspects of murder. Intent on proving the so-called psychic is a fraud -- as well as a killer -- Jane arranges a séance to expose the murderer.

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  16. Background image for Crimson Casanova
    7.3/10(27 votes)

    #15 - Crimson Casanova

    S1:E14

    With Patrick Jane's help, Cho goes undercover as a sweet-talking ladies man with all the right moves in order to catch a pick-up artist and killer with his own set of pseudo-mentalist techniques.

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  17. Background image for Scarlett Fever
    7.3/10(26 votes)

    #16 - Scarlett Fever

    S1:E15

    As Jane and the team investigate the poisoning death of the "queen bee" in a country club, they discover that the community is full of secrets, including love affairs and drug abuse

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  18. Background image for Red Menace
    7.3/10(24 votes)

    #17 - Red Menace

    S2:E4

    Jane and the CBI investigate the murder of Gordon Hodge, a powerful attorney, who is responsible for allowing a vicious murderer, Van McBride, to walk away a free man.

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  19. Background image for The Red Box
    7.3/10(24 votes)

    #18 - The Red Box

    S2:E17

    Patrick and the CBI team investigate the murder of a tutor, and find a mysterious little red box near the body, starting a chain of events that turns the murder into the search for a priceless ring stolen from the British Museum. Meanwhile, Lisbon is worried when a new boss, Madeleine Hightower, takes command of the CBI, as well as mysteriously learning about Rigsby and Van Pelt's relationship.

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  20. Background image for Red All Over
    7.3/10(22 votes)

    #19 - Red All Over

    S2:E20

    When a media mogul is murdered, Patrick Jane and the CBI team investigate cult leader Bret Stiles, who may have had an axe to grind following the publication of a critical story about his group.

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  21. Background image for Red Letter
    7.3/10(24 votes)

    #20 - Red Letter

    S2:E22

    Romantic sparks begin to fly when Patrick Jane and supposed psychic Kristina Frye cross paths again during the CBI investigation into the murder of a charismatic head of a non-profit organization that fights human trafficking.

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  22. Background image for Jolly Red Elf
    7.3/10(22 votes)

    #21 - Jolly Red Elf

    S3:E10

    The CBI pursues two lines of investigation when a Santa is murdered: Patrick Jane goes undercover in an AA group; and Rigsby and Van Pelt question members of an authentic Santa society. Meanwhile, following the demise of a person in custody at the CBI, J.J. LaRoche is brought in to question the team when it appears to be an inside job.

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  23. Background image for Bloodsport
    7.3/10(23 votes)

    #22 - Bloodsport

    S3:E11

    Patrick and the team investigate the murder of a woman with ties to one of the fighters. Meanwhile, LaRoche focuses his investigation on Rigsby, who in turn is forced to ask Cho for a huge favor in order to keep his job.

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  24. Background image for Panama Red
    7.3/10(20 votes)

    #23 - Panama Red

    S5:E10

    The death of a young botanist leads the team into the lucrative world of medical marijuana, while Cho’s work with the rapid response team brings him back into contact with Summer.

    Director:Guy Ferland
    Writer:Mike Weiss
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  25. Background image for Red, White and Blue
    7.3/10(18 votes)

    #24 - Red, White and Blue

    S5:E17

    The CBI team investigates when the body of a female army medic who worked with soldiers with PTSD is found near a military base.

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  26. Background image for Red Hair and Silver Tape
    7.4/10(32 votes)

    #25 - Red Hair and Silver Tape

    S1:E2

    While Lisbon and her team investigate the murder of a young waitress in the Napa Valley, Jane goes behind Lisbon's back to orchestrate his own undercover operation using Van Pelt as bait.

    Director:David Nutter
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Worst Episodes Summary

"So Long, and Thanks for All the Red Snapper" is the worst rated episode of "The Mentalist". It scored 6.7/10 based on 22 votes. Directed by Chris Long and written by Ashley Gable, it aired on 5/3/2012. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Red Velvet Cupcakes".