Jane goes behind Lisbon's back to set up an undercover operation using Grace Van Pelt as "bait" at a local restaurant.
This episode solidifies the trend of including the word "Red" (or a red-related term) in every episode title until Season 6, symbolizing Red John's constant presence in Jane's mind. Production Details Director: David Nutter Writer: Bruno Heller (series creator) Original Air Date: September 30, 2008 The_Mentalist_1x02_Capelli_Rossi_E_Nastro_Argen...
Portrayed by Xander Berkeley, the local Napa sheriff first appears here. He famously loses to Jane in a game of rock-paper-scissors six times in a row, establishing their early rivalry. In a major series spoiler, McAllister is later revealed in Season 6 to be the serial killer Red John . Jane goes behind Lisbon's back to set up
The episode is available for streaming on platforms such as HBO Max and Apple TV . He famously loses to Jane in a game
The real killers are revealed to be a husband-and-wife team—the restaurant's chef and his wife—who had already kidnapped another red-haired woman and were holding her bound with silver duct tape. Key Character Introductions & Moments