If you’re short on time, these three episodes define the tone and the stakes of the first season:
The team solves a murder in Napa Valley; Jane displays his manipulation skills. Red Tide
The team investigates a series of murders at a corporate retreat. Russet Potatoes index of the mentalist season 1 top
Patrick Jane is introduced; the team investigates a Red John copycat. Red Hair and Silver Tape
A banker is found murdered; Jane exposes the victim's hidden double life. Redingote Brush If you’re short on time, these three episodes
Whether you're looking for a specific episode or want to track the breadcrumbs of the saga, here is your top-tier guide to Season 1. Season Overview
A tycoon's son is found dead in his father’s office next to a stolen painting. Crimson Casanova Red Hair and Silver Tape A banker is
Season 1 consists of 23 episodes. The primary narrative arc follows (Simon Baker), a former "psychic" medium who joined the CBI to hunt down the serial killer Red John, who murdered Jane's wife and daughter. Jane works alongside Senior Special Agent Teresa Lisbon and her team: Kimball Cho, Wayne Rigsby, and Grace Van Pelt. Episode Index: The Must-Watch Guide Key Plot Points 1 Pilot
Jane and the team track down a killer using hypnosis to commit crimes. A Dozen Red Roses
One of the best finales in procedural history, setting the stage for the years-long cat-and-mouse game. Why the Season 1 "Index" Matters