After a high school girl is found dead on the beach, Jane pits a group of surfing teenagers against each other to reveal the truth.
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Patrick Jane and the CBI team investigate a double murder in Palm Springs that bears the signature of the serial killer Red John. Jane exposes the killer using unconventional psychological traps. Episode 2: "Red Hair and Silver Tape" Director: David Nutter After a high school girl is found dead
The first season is characterized by a "case-of-the-week" structure, interspersed with key episodes that advance the Red John storyline. Complete Episode Index: Season 1 Episode 1: "Pilot"
(Amanda Righetti) – The tech-savvy, deeply religious rookie agent. Complete Episode Index: Season 1 Episode 1: "Pilot" Director: David Nutter
A wealthy investment banker is found tortured and murdered inside his hidden, high-tech panic room. Jane exposes the victim's secret double life to find the killer among a group of suspects. 5. "Redingote"