CSI: Crime Scene Investigation vs The Mentalist
The Mentalist has the higher audience score (8.4/10 against 7.6/10 for CSI: Crime Scene Investigation). CSI: Crime Scene Investigation is the older of the two (2000 against 2008). Both are crime, drama, mystery shows, so they suit a similar mood.
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
The Mentalist| CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | The Mentalist | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.6/10 | ★ 8.4/10 |
| Year | 2000 | 2008 |
| Seasons | 15 | 7 |
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Mystery | Crime, Drama, Mystery |
| Country | US | US |
| Creator / director | Ann Donahue, Anthony E. Zuiker | Bruno Heller |
| Main cast | Ted Danson, George Eads, Jorja Fox, Eric Szmanda, Robert David Hall | Rockmond Dunbar, Tim Kang, Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Joe Adler |
Synopsis
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
A Las Vegas team of forensic investigators are trained to solve criminal cases by scouring the crime scene, collecting irrefutable evidence and finding the missing pieces that solve the mystery.
The Mentalist
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.
Where to watch
Where to watch CSI: Crime Scene InvestigationWhere to watch The Mentalist
More like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation · More like The Mentalist · Compare other titles