Comments on: Will "The Mentalist" Rise Above Psych’s Shadow?

By: Joey

Joey — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:56:58 +0000

I agree!!!!! Psych rocks ) Mentalist may or may not be a decent show – I have absolutely NO intention of checking it out, purely on principle. I don’t like the fact that, in the words of my fellow fans, the so-called creators totally ripped off the work of Psych’s creators (that had their idea for several years). And, yeah, their only way to separate themselves from Psych is to replace Lassie with a fem-Lassie (or did they just blend Lassie and Jules?) and make him “admit” he wasn’t a psychic? How very creative….ick.

By: PineappleAnarchy

PineappleAnarchy — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 04:24:40 +0000

P.S

Please notice my awesome, psych-inspired name.

By: PineappleAnarchy

PineappleAnarchy — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 04:23:18 +0000

A quirky dude uses his unique talents for perception and notice to detail to solve crimes for the local police department while pretending to be a psychic. That is a completely original idea. It deserves a genre all its own! It doesn’t matter that the Mentalist has a changed a few details, it’s the same concept. The Mentalist tries to be bigger than Psych, but in truth even a better time slot and bigger network can bring the Mentalist out of Psych’s long shadow.

I wouldn’t be surprised if next season the Mentalist had a “Find the Pomegranate” in every episode.

By: cara

cara — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:45:01 +0000

psych is one of the funniest shows ive ever seen. i make everyone i know that hasnt seen it watch a marathon with me. i think what makes psych so good is its comedy, it gives a lot of people who dont like dramas a good cop/mystery show to watch. saying a show is better because it is a drama makes no sense to me….shawn from psych is def more perceptive and the plot of each episode is much better. the mentalist takes monk’s personal history (murdered wife, perceptive man working for cops bc he want to find out who did it) puts it will hugh lories personality on house (an arrogant, cold, smart ass) and the plot of psych. now, this doesnt mean i wont watch it if its on…..what it means is that if the mentalist gets nom for emmys, psych should get nominated for double. and yes, psych does deserve more recognition. NBC OWNS USA NETWORK! THEY SHOULD PROMOTE THE SHOW MORE ON THEIR CHANNEL!

By: Georgie

Georgie — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:48:35 +0000

well i think what really bothers people is the fact that the mentalist not only stole the plot and basic outline of psych, but it also broadcasts on a bigger network therefor recieve more viewers and even nominations! its this undeserved attention for a show with no creativety and less dynamic then psych.
psych deserves more recognition!

By: Neal

Neal — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:48:26 +0000

I think its funny how EVERY single person here has downed the mentalist and praised psych.

First of all ide like to say, i LOVE psych..
but that doesnt mean the mentalist cant be a good show? lol

I do watch Psych and the Mentalist. They are similar in some respects, and the overall theme is most likely a rip off, but they are actually pretty different shows imo. Mentalist is a little more like CSI, with some added humor, while Jane uses hypnotism or something to solve the case. Psych is just a complete non-stop laugh fest!

Just because the Mentalist is a kinda copy off psych doesnt mean it isnt a good show and you shouldnt watch it, ive seen every episode. Its not like they are in the same time slot. If they WERE in the same time slot, then watching Psych over Mentalist is a no brainer, but since they arent im not sure why this is such a heated debate.

(PS) I also LOVE the stabs at Mentalist from Psych this season

By: Megan

Megan — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 05:10:24 +0000

I love how Psych always jokes that the mentalist is a blatant copy.

In a way, The Mentalist is just a more serious, waaaaaay less funny/original copy of Psych.

I LOVE YOU JAMES RODAY :3

By: EM

EM — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 03:04:32 +0000

I meant “creativity”

By: EM

EM — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 03:03:04 +0000

It is commendable how lightly Psych has taken this blatant plagiarism. I have enjoyed watching ‘Sean’s’ remarks about the Mentalist this season. This issue should have been brought to an attorney, though I suppose each show is targeting a different market.
As for the analogy between Psych:Mentalist::Scrubs:ER, this comparison is far too broad to hold any merit. It isn’t a matter of “more than one detective show” or “more than on hospital show.” Certainly these concepts should not be expected to hold exclusivity. But when a show is based upond a single, unique and non-obvious “hook,” such as a detective who pretends to be psychic, this is something that must be protected. CBS has shown that money and corporate power cannot buy creative, but will certainly destroy it.

By: Matt

Matt — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:14:43 +0000

The 4th season opener is not the first time they have taken a swing at The Mentalist. I believe there were one or two punch lines in Season 2/3. (No pun intended) I have never seen an episode of Mentalist therefore I cannot say for sure how I feel about it, but what I do know is that Psych has a HUGE fan following and I for one am a part of it. You can tell how die-hard we are just from reading any of our responses on all of these internet posts and reviews. Any one who puts the show down tends to receive an immense amount of tongue lashing. I am not sure USA even realizes how big of a following this show has. Mentalist may receive awards, but that show is not loved by its viewers as much as those of us who watch Psych; and suffice to say The Mentalist will not be around as long. (USA better not make me eat my words on that statement.) And for such a ridiculous idea for a show, ONLY a comedy would make it this much fun to watch. This is the only TV show that has caused me to literally laugh out loud more than once, and on every single episode! Cheers Psych creators, cast and crew. Job well done.