‘The Mentalist’ season 6 spoilers: Creator on season finale, series finale possibilities

The challenge for the writers and producers of “The Mentalist” going into the season 6 finale this year was rather simple: Finding a way to make it function as the end of 22 episodes, but also the potential end of the entire series. Nobody knows yet what the series’ fate will be except for maybe some CBS executives, but even they may be waiting to see all the pilots before making a decision.

Luckily, those involved with the show are experienced enough in production to know that when a show is in jeopardy of being canceled, they need to find a good way to wrap things up. This is why you may find creator Bruno Heller’s comments to TV Guide to be good news, since they suggest that there will be some sort of ending for the show:

“If it is a [series] finale, I think the fans will think of it as a very satisfying finale … We’re very happy with where we’ve taken them. But on the other hand, it opens up a whole new world of possibilities and potential.”

“Romantic” is a word that has been tossed around as of late when discussing the episode, and that may be music to Jane / Lisbon fans’ ears. There’s no confirmation out there that the two get together in the finale, but every bit of information suggests that Jane will be finally motivated enough to make a move once he realizes that Agent Pike wants to her to move away with him, and his back is up against the wall. It’s either that he finally stops playing games, or he loses her (most likely for good).

Also, applause to Heller and company for seemingly leaving some sort of thread open regardless of what happens with Jane and Lisbon, if for no other reason than that it could give fans extra incentive to rally for a season 7.

The show’s ratings for this past week were pretty steady, and that is something we will continue monitoring. Stay tuned, and be sure to sign up for our CarterMatt Newsletter if you want further TV scoop sent to your email.

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