The Mentalist (2008)
The Mentalist is streaming in the UK on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go.
The verdict
The Mentalist lands among the stronger English series on offer right now. It's sitting at 8.4/10 on TMDB across 4,734 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. In the UK you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Sky Go.
Is it worth starting?
This is 7 seasons deep — English crime with a drama streak, not one for younger kids. Several seasons in, so it's a commitment to start rather than a one-night sampler.
- Why
- It rates 8.4/10 on 4,734 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
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.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Crime / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Bruno Heller
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-18 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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