Ep 13. Red Is The New Black

After being falsely accused of murder, a former psychic named Patrick Jane uses his exceptional observation skills and keen insight to join the California Bureau of Investigation as a consultant. In season 4 episode 13, "Red Is The New Black," Jane and the rest of the CBI team investigate the murder of a prison guard. The victim was a notorious figure at the prison, known for his brutal treatment of the inmates.

As usual, Jane wastes no time in scrutinizing all of the potential suspects. He listens carefully to their responses and watches for any subtle facial expressions that could indicate their guilt or innocence. But when he meets with the chief suspect, he gets the sense that this person might be innocent after all.

Meanwhile, Agent Cho discovers that the victim had a secret connection to one of the inmates. Could this have been a motive for the murder? Cho teams up with Agent Rigsby to question the prisoner, who is known for having a short fuse. At first, the inmate is uncooperative, but after a few carefully crafted questions, he starts to reveal some interesting information.

Back at CBI headquarters, Agent Lisbon is dealing with an entirely different matter. She's been saddled with a new boss, and he's breathing down her neck about the department's budget. The new boss is convinced that Lisbon is wasting money on frivolous expenses, but she knows that she needs certain resources in order to catch the killer. She tries her best to stay calm and professional, but the situation is definitely putting a strain on her.

As the investigation continues, Jane gets a lead that takes him all the way to the prison warden's office. The warden is a strict and ruthless man who is well-known for his dislike of the victim. But did he really have a motive for murder? Jane tries his best to coax a confession out of the warden, using a combination of gentle persuasion and subtle intimidation techniques.

Just when it seems like the case is about to be wrapped up, a new piece of evidence emerges that throws everything into disarray. Suddenly, the detectives are faced with a whole new set of suspects and motives to consider. Jane dives headfirst into the new leads, determined to uncover the truth no matter what it takes.

In the end, the case comes together thanks to a combination of sharp detective work and good old-fashioned intuition. Jane uses his exceptional observation skills to connect the dots and help the CBI team apprehend the killer. And in the process, he learns something new about himself and his own abilities.

"Red Is The New Black" is a gripping and suspenseful episode of The Mentalist, filled with twists and turns that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. With top-notch acting from stars Simon Baker and Robin Tunney, as well as a well-crafted script that keeps the audience guessing until the very end, this episode is sure to be a fan favorite.