Idol I vs The Mentalist
The Mentalist has the higher audience score (8.4/10 against 7.6/10 for Idol I). The Mentalist is the older of the two (2008 against 2025). Both are crime, drama, mystery shows, so they suit a similar mood.
Idol I
The Mentalist| Idol I | The Mentalist | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.6/10 | ★ 8.4/10 |
| Year | 2025 | 2008 |
| Seasons | 1 | 7 |
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Mystery | Crime, Drama, Mystery |
| Country | KR | – |
| Creator / director | Lee Gwang-young | Bruno Heller |
| Main cast | Jeong Jae-kwang, Kim Jae-young, Choi Hee-jin, Park Jung-woo, Sooyoung Choi | Rockmond Dunbar, Tim Kang, Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Joe Adler |
Synopsis
Idol I
Maeng Se-na, a top star criminal lawyer who has been a fangirl for fifteen years, tries to prove her favorite idol’s innocence, who is suspected of murder.
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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