The Mentalist: Season 5
The Mentalist Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 22 episodes. The American procedural drama television series was created by Bruno Heller and ran from September 23, 2008, until February 18, 2015, broadcasting 151 episodes over seven seasons on CBS. The series features Patrick Jane, a former celebrity psychic medium who uses his razor-sharp skills to assist in investigations. Produced by Primrose Hill Prod
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Patrick Jane is a former celebrity psychic medium who uses his skills to assist in investigations.
- The series is an American procedural drama television series created by Bruno Heller.
- The show broadcasts on CBS and features cast members including Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Tim Kang, and Owain Yeoman.
- The overarching television run spans 151 episodes across seven seasons from September 23, 2008, until February 18, 2015.
Season overview
The Mentalist Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 22 episodes. The American procedural drama television series was created by Bruno Heller and ran from September 23, 2008, until February 18, 2015, broadcasting 151 episodes over seven seasons on CBS. The series features Patrick Jane, a former celebrity psychic medium who uses his razor-sharp skills to assist in investigations. Produced by Primrose Hill Productions and Warner Bros., the crime, drama, and mystery series stars actors including Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Tim Kang, and Owain Yeoman. The narrative arc spans the twenty-two episodes of its fifth season as part of the broader television run that aired on CBS and captured audiences through its unique blend of crime-solving and psychological mystery elements.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
The Crimson Ticket
Sep 30, 2012 · 41 min
While Jane tries to decipher Lorelei’s connection to Red John, the CBI team is forced to partner with the FBI to solve the murder of a hotel employee.
Devil's Cherry
Oct 7, 2012 · 43 min
While the team investigates the murder of a diamond cutter, Jane meets a girl who claims to be his late daughter, Charlotte.
Not One Red Cent
Oct 14, 2012 · 43 min
A bank employee is murdered during a heist and Jane and the team must work to track down the killer. Meanwhile, Lisbon is pulled deeper into the CBI/FBI rivalry.
Blood Feud
Oct 21, 2012 · 41 min
When Rigsby’s father is found injured at a crime scene, the team must find out if it is the result of a long-standing small-town gang war.
Red Dawn
Oct 28, 2012 · 43 min
See how Jane met Lisbon and the rest of the CBI team for the first time.
Cherry Picked
Nov 4, 2012 · 41 min
The team investigates the kidnapping of a couple that may be the victim of mistaken identity, while Jane continues his investigation into Lorelei's whereabouts.
If It Bleeds, It Leads
Nov 11, 2012 · 41 min
The team investigates the murder of a reporter who may have become too close to her story, while Jane insists on pursuing his own leads to find Lorelei.
Red Sails in the Sunset
Nov 18, 2012 · 43 min
With the help of Brett Stiles, Jane orchestrates an elaborate plan to break Lorelei Martins out of prison in the hopes of her leading him to Red John.
Black Cherry
Nov 25, 2012 · 43 min
The CBI team investigates the murder of a real estate agent with former gang ties, while Jane searches for leads on his new connection to Red John.
Panama Red
Dec 9, 2012 · 43 min
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.
Days of Wine and Roses
Jan 6, 2013 · 42 min
The CBI team visits a high-end California rehab center in order to investigate the death of a young model who was a patient there, while Lisbon ramps up her investigation into Tomm
Little Red Corvette
Jan 13, 2013 · 42 min
The CBI investigates the death of a geologist, which Lisbon is convinced is the key to bringing down Tommy Volker.
The Red Barn
Jan 27, 2013 · 42 min
The team investigates a 25-year-old case that seems to involve both Red John and the Visualize group, and Lisbon contemplates her future.
Red in Tooth and Claw
Feb 17, 2013 · 40 min
The team delves into the surprisingly cutthroat world of academics in a case involving a graduate student at a natural history museum.
Red Lacquer Nail Polish
Mar 3, 2013 · 42 min
Jane and the team investigate the murder of an elderly heiress whose remains are found in the living room of her spooky mansion.
There Will Be Blood
Mar 10, 2013 · 43 min
Lorelei Martins returns, determined to find out if Red John had a role in her sister's death, and Jane is forced to confess to Lisbon his part in Lorelei's prison escape.
Red, White and Blue
Mar 17, 2013 · 43 min
The CBI team investigates when the body of a female army medic who worked with soldiers with PTSD is found near a military base.
Behind the Red Curtain
Mar 24, 2013 · 42 min
The CBI team investigates when the young lead of a local theater production dies on the eve of the opening. Meanwhile, Jane hopes to get more information about Red John from the co
Red Letter Day
Apr 14, 2013 · 42 min
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 Velvet Cupcakes
Apr 21, 2013 · 43 min
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.
Red and Itchy
Apr 28, 2013 · 42 min
J.J. LaRoche personally requests Jane’s help when the mysterious container he’s been hiding for nine years is stolen from his home.
Red John's Rules
May 5, 2013 · 43 min
Just as Jane narrows down the Red John suspect list to seven, Red John strikes again, and the victim has a link to Jane’s past.