The Mentalist - any fans?

I gave it a try last year since I thought Simon Baker was very good on The Guardian, which I thought was a very underrated show. And I have stayed with it. It keeps my interest. And I have to say that although I'm not really much of a fan of brunettes, Robin Tunney is really good looking:

 

I just wish CBS had left it on Tuesday after NCIS now it's an hour later, makes it harder to stay awake for it ( don't have a DVR). I enjoy the show when I can stay awake.

 

I started watching it, but mostly for Robin Tunney

Actually, it's a decent show.

 

Great show and one of the best shows on in my opinion. It has a fair share of lightheartedness that balances its very dark undercurrent. A very enjoyable watch if you enjoy the subject matter.

 

I'm not a huge fan, but I watch it fairly regularly and enjoy it. I got into it because I was interested in the premise - I've long been fascinated by criminal profilers and their work, and the hook here is of a broadly similar bent. Simon Baker has an easygoing but engaging screen presence too.

 

My wife is a bigger fan than I, but it's not too bad. His smile bugs me though.

 

I do like it, but the lead character's cocky smugness is almost a deal-breaker for me.

The smart-alec insider/outsider with all the answers is the new overused television cliche, IMHO: House, Lie To Me, Mental...and this.

 

It bugged me too when I saw the commercials but now that I actually watch the show I can really appreciate him.

Great show.

 

Love the show and he is great. As far as Robin Tunney goes, she isn't tall, not blonde or big boobed but something I can't put my finger on that makes her very sexy.

 

Love it especially the sexual tension between two sets of the characters.

 

Now Amanda Righetti is all that.

 

I'm a huge fan of the show. I watched an episode last season just to see what the fuss was all about, and there it was: engaging writing, great chemistry between the cast members, etc., but Simon Baker makes the show. He's the perfect smarmy smart-azz. Great mind games. Funny. And, I find Patrick's back story moving. To see him pull off being a joker, then having to go into another room and cry over his loss....impressive actor.

Got the DVD's last week. I'm hooked!



Dan

 

I like it and watch it. Several of the previous posters explained why better than I could.

 

Excellent show!

Maybe my favorite one-hour program. Simon Baker is absolutely charming in the title role.

 

That's mighty open-minded of you!

 

Thanks. The typical tall, blonde and big boobed what I see as the hollywood hot stuff. Not my cup of tea mind you.

 

That's what I think as well. Except for the tall part, I like busty blondes as well. But Tunney has something about her that makes her very appealing. And she's even sexier this season with those bangs.

 

I enjoy the show. I think the chemistry between the actors is pretty good and it's not too serious. Entertaining.

 

Her character seems to wear more make up this season too.

 

Did you see the Psych ad where Sean mentions that the Mentalist is his favorite show?

 

That is basically how I would describe the show.

 

Odd. That's what bugged me at first too. That **** eating grin of his. Almost constantly. Then there were a few episodes that showed the troubled, tortured soul he actually is and that grin was easier to handle. It's a facade. Good show.

I'm hoping "Eleventh Hour" returns. Haven't seen anything about that one yet.

 

I really like this show. I'm waiting for the next season to start here in the UK.

I kind of what them to end this Red John thing though. It;ll start to get on my nerves soon.

Eddie

 

Love the show! Good story lines with good looking people.

 

I actually like the Red John thing that rears it's ugly head throughout the series as it just reminds us of his own frailties. It counterbalances his apparent smugness and I know what you are thinking act.