The Mentalist

10 Best Episodes of The Mentalist - Season 4

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.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 04, 2023.

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The Mentalist - S4E12

#15 - My Bloody Valentine (Season 4 - Episode 12)

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.

The episode was rated 7.98 from 664 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E19

#14 - Pink Champagne on Ice (Season 4 - Episode 19)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.98 from 665 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E10

#13 - Fugue in Red (Season 4 - Episode 10)

Jane almost drowns while investigating a fireman's murder and loses his memory, turning him into his old con man self.

The episode was rated 7.99 from 657 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E20

#12 - Something's Rotten in Redmund (Season 4 - Episode 20)

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The CBI team tries to determine who would have reason to kill a popular English teacher.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 677 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E16

#11 - His Thoughts Were Red Thoughts (Season 4 - Episode 16)

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

The episode was rated 8.04 from 679 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E14

#10 - At First Blush (Season 4 - Episode 14)

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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.

The episode was rated 8.04 from 706 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E13

#9 - Red is the New Black (Season 4 - Episode 13)

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.

The episode was rated 8.08 from 693 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E15

#8 - War of the Roses (Season 4 - Episode 15)

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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.

The episode was rated 8.09 from 668 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E2

#7 - Little Red Book (Season 4 - Episode 2)

The CBI has a new supervising agent, Ray Haffner, while Patrick Jane is trying to get his team back together.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 707 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E17

#6 - Cheap Burgundy (Season 4 - Episode 17)

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When Agent Susan Darcy asks Jane for help with an investigation, he suspects her motives; the team handles the murder of a woman who was killed after meeting someone in a chat room.

The episode was rated 8.11 from 687 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E21

#5 - Ruby Slippers (Season 4 - Episode 21)

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.

The episode was rated 8.13 from 685 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E23

#4 - Red Rover, Red Rover (Season 4 - Episode 23)

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Red John taunts Jane on the ninth anniversary of his wife and daughter's death. With Jane's attention diverted and his concentration wavering, the current investigation and his CBI career are put at risk.

The episode was rated 8.16 from 737 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E7

#3 - Blinking Red Light (Season 4 - Episode 7)

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

The episode was rated 8.28 from 694 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E1

#2 - Scarlet Ribbons (Season 4 - Episode 1)

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After being imprisoned Patrick Jane has to prove that the man he shot really was Red John. Meanwhile Lisbon is trying to persuade Van Pelt to seek counseling in the aftermath of her fiancé's death.

The episode was rated 8.30 from 743 votes.

The Mentalist - S4E24

#1 - The Crimson Hat (Season 4 - Episode 24)

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

The episode was rated 8.48 from 755 votes.

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