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Let the mind games begin.
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.
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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.
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Episode 1
In prison for killing his nemesis, Patrick Jane must prove that the man he shot really was Red John. Meanwhile, Lisbon urges Van Pelt to seek counseling in the aftermath of the death of her fiancé.
Directed by Charles BeesonWritten by Bruno HellerGuest stars David Norona, Michael Gaston, Catherine Combs, Daniel Roebuck, Valente Rodriguez, Ken Lerner, Nicki Micheaux, Kate Norby
Episode 2
With Lisbon suspended and the rest of the team reassigned, Jane is reinstated as a CBI consultant and forced to work with a new team. During the investigation, Jane conspires to bring his former team back together.
Directed by Eric LaneuvilleWritten by Tom SzentgyorgyiGuest stars Michael Gaston, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Reed Diamond, Alicia Witt, Allison McAtee, Annie Tedesco, Matt Bushell, Omar J. Dorsey
Episode 3
When the son of a former client from Jane's days as a psychic is kidnapped, Jane and the CBI team are asked to help find him. Meanwhile, Jane butts heads with his former client's new "spiritual advisor."
Directed by John F. ShowalterWritten by Ashley GableGuest stars Brian McNamara, David Bowe, J.D. Walsh, Kelli Williams, Todd Grinnell, Jake Martin, Miles Elliot
Episode 4
Jane notices a suspicious-looking man carrying a gun at a political rally and sets out to prove he's a psychopath on the brink of committing murder. Meanwhile, Lisbon investigates the death of a photographer at the same rally.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Daniel CeroneGuest stars Dorie Barton, E. G. Daily, Michael Rady, Henry G. Sanders, Jake Richardson, Christian Camargo, Jerry Kernion, Alan Pietruszewski
Episode 5
The CBI team investigates the murder of a woman whose corpse washed up on an island off the coast of California. Rigsby worries that his relationship with a public defender will create awkwardness between him and Van Pelt.
Directed by John PolsonWritten by Eoghan MahonyGuest stars Alex Hyde-White, Debra Mooney, Dwain Murphy, Jillian Bach, Mary-Pat Green, Steve Rankin, Jonathan Schmock, Zack Ward
Episode 6
When the CBI team travels to a resort town to find out who murdered a police chief, Lisbon crosses paths with her brother Tommy, now a bounty hunter, who's tracking a bail jumper.
Directed by Bobby RothWritten by David AppelbaumGuest stars Alyson Reed, Carlo Rota, Daniel Hugh Kelly, Henry Thomas, Madison McLaughlin, Malcolm Barrett, Todd Eric Andrews, Fernanda Andrade
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.
Directed by Simon BakerWritten by Ken WoodruffGuest stars William Mapother, David Carey Foster, David Paymer, Missi Pyle, Michael Rady, Ely Pouget, Paul Willson, Catherine Dent
Episode 8
In order to find the killer of an undercover narcotics cop, Jane and the CBI team retrace her investigation.
Directed by Tom VericaWritten by Erica Green SwaffordGuest stars Dean Norris, Kamar de los Reyes, Stephen Bishop, Wilmer Calderon, Cullen Douglas, Victoria Gabrielle Platt, Gina Rodriguez, Samaire Armstrong
Episode 9
Jane and the CBI investigate when a retired NFL star quarterback is presumed dead after his car blows up. Meanwhile, while preparing for a court case, Rigsby and Harrigan take their relationship to the next level.
Directed by Eric LaneuvilleWritten by Jordan HarperGuest stars Chris Owen, Chris Gartin, Craig Bierko, Jillian Bach, Michael Rady, Emilio Rivera, Ashley Williams, Kristen Kerr
Episode 10
During the search for a firefighter's killer, Jane is attacked and nearly drowned, resulting in a temporary loss of his memory and a return to his pre-CBI con man persona.
Directed by Randall ZiskWritten by Daniel CeroneGuest stars Edwin Hodge, Kenneth Mitchell, Stacy Haiduk, David Naughton, Myk Watford, Charles Parnell
Episode 11
Jane and the CBI team narrow down the long list of suspects after a high-end divorce attorney, with many enemies, is killed on his speed boat. Meanwhile, Jane is questioned by Agent Darcy about whether Red John was responsible for Panzer's murder.
Directed by John F. ShowalterWritten by Ashley GableGuest stars David Carey Foster, Andrew Borba, Don Franklin, Ely Pouget, Samaire Armstrong, Rudolf Martin, Heather Mazur, Jeff L. Williams
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.
Directed by Elodie KeeneWritten by Tom SzentgyorgyiGuest stars Eric Winter, Bree Turner, Jeffrey Licon, Jillian Bach, Michael Rady, Joaquim de Almeida, Matt Battaglia, Michael Reilly Burke
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.
Directed by Tom VericaWritten by Eoghan MahonyGuest stars Alicia Witt, Cosimo Fusco, Michael Rady, Iddo Goldberg, Roberto Urbina, Van Hansis, Griffin Matthews, Yuji Okumoto
Episode 14
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.
Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by David AppelbaumGuest stars David Norona, Carrie Wiita, Bonnie Somerville, Carlos Sanz, Samaire Armstrong, Robert Clotworthy, James Frain, Kathryn Joosten
Episode 15
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.
Directed by Geary McLeodWritten by Ken WoodruffGuest stars Morena Baccarin, Felix Ryan, Greg Serano, Ian Bohen, Jillian Bach, Michael Rady, Michael Arden, Marisa Ramirez
Episode 16
Jane is reunited with his former nemesis, cult leader Bret Stiles, when the head of an anti-cult activist organization is murdered.
Directed by Charles BeesonWritten by Jordan HarperGuest stars Caitlin Custer, Robert Picardo, Malcolm McDowell, Bob McCracken, Eric Steinberg, Louise Lombard, Jorge-Luis Pallo, Jake Olson
Episode 17
Jane suspects that Agent Susan Darcy has ulterior motives when she asks for his help with a homicide investigation. Meanwhile, the CBI team handles the murder of a young woman who was killed after meeting someone in an online chat room.
Directed by Bruno HellerWritten by Bruno HellerGuest stars Brad Beyer, Craig Sheffer, Michael Rady, Jonathan Chase, Roxanne Hart, Perry King, Melissa Marsala, Gino Anthony Pesi
Episode 18
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.
Directed by Eric LaneuvilleWritten by Erika Green SwaffordGuest stars August Emerson, Bruce Kenny, Samaire Armstrong, Richard Cox, Stephanie Erb, Andy Milder, Rebecca McFarland, Haley Ramm
Episode 19
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.
Directed by David Von AnckenWritten by Eoghan MahonyGuest stars Andrew Rothenberg, Christopher Backus, Christopher Judge, Jay Acovone, Jackie Debatin, Niko Nicotera, Rodney Rowland, E.E. Bell
Episode 20
Jane and the CBI try to determine who would have reason to kill a popular English teacher, and Rigsby nervously awaits a special delivery.
Directed by Guy FerlandWritten by Rebecca Perry CutterGuest stars Ciera Payton, David DeLuise, Emily Bergl, Kristina Apgar, Tom Maden, Matt McCoy, Lincoln A. Castellanos, Augie Duke
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. Meanwhile, Cho and Summer hide their relationship from Lisbon.
Directed by Kevin HooksWritten by Daniel CeroneGuest stars Candice Afia, Carlton Wilborn, Samaire Armstrong, Wilke Itzin, Don McManus, William R. Moses, Hillary Tuck, Nicholas R. Grava
Episode 22
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.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Ashley GableGuest stars Claire Rankin, Brendan McCarthy, Samaire Armstrong, Tim DeZarn, Brett Rice, Preston Jones, Stephanie Lemelin, Keram Malicki-Sánchez
Episode 23
On the ninth anniversary of his wife and daughter's death, Jane receives a message from Red John, causing Jane to lose focus on his current case and put the investigation and his career at the CBI in jeopardy
Directed by John F. ShowalterWritten by Tom SzentgyorgyiGuest stars David Kaufman, Aaron Lohr, Amanda Schull, Michael Rady, Ray Wise, David Furr, Jennifer Rhodes, Dave Baez
Episode 24
After another failed attempt to defeat Red John, Patrick Jane hits rock bottom, finds a lover and shoots one of his own.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Bruno HellerGuest stars Joseph Lyle Taylor, Emmanuelle Chriqui, JoNell Kennedy, Michael Rady, Noel Gugliemi, Ramon Camacho, Rob Roy Fitzgerald, Sonia Jackson
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Simon BakerPatrick Jane
Robin TunneyTeresa Lisbon
Tim KangKimball Cho
Rockmond DunbarDennis Abbott
Joe AdlerJason Wylie
Josie LorenMichelle Vega
David NoronaOsvaldo 'Oscar' Ardiles
Aunjanue Ellis-TaylorMadeleine Hightower
CBSUnited States
Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
