Fringe vs The Mentalist
The Mentalist has the higher audience score (8.4/10 against 8.1/10 for Fringe). Both are drama, mystery shows, so they suit a similar mood.
Fringe
The Mentalist| Fringe | The Mentalist | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.1/10 | ★ 8.4/10 |
| Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Seasons | 5 | 7 |
| Genres | Drama, Mystery | Crime, Drama, Mystery |
| Country | – | – |
| Creator / director | Alex Kurtzman, J.J. Abrams | Bruno Heller |
| Main cast | Anna Torv, Joshua Jackson, Jasika Nicole, John Noble | Rockmond Dunbar, Tim Kang, Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Joe Adler |
Synopsis
Fringe
FBI Special Agent Olivia Dunham, brilliant but formerly institutionalized scientist Walter Bishop and his scheming, reluctant son Peter uncover a deadly mystery involving a series of unbelievable events and realize they may be a part of a larger, more disturbing pattern that blurs the line between science fiction and technology.
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
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