The Killing vs The Mentalist
The Mentalist has the higher audience score (8.4/10 against 7.8/10 for The Killing). The Mentalist is the older of the two (2008 against 2011). Both are crime, drama, mystery shows, so they suit a similar mood.
| The Killing | The Mentalist | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.8/10 | ★ 8.4/10 |
| Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Seasons | 4 | 7 |
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Mystery | Crime, Drama, Mystery |
| Country | – | – |
| Creator / director | Veena Sud | Bruno Heller |
| Main cast | Gregg Henry, Mireille Enos, Joel Kinnaman, Joan Allen, Sterling Beaumon | Rockmond Dunbar, Tim Kang, Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Joe Adler |
Synopsis
The Killing
The Killing is an American crime drama television series based upon the Danish television series Forbrydelsen. Set in Seattle, Washington, the series follows the various murder investigations by homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder.
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.
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