Popularity comparison

The Mentalist vs Instinct

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 26, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Mentalist is the most popular at 4.0, followed by Instinct at 0.1. The Mentalist has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 3.0. The Mentalist has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 6.2 during Mar 1 – Mar 30, 2026.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 25, 2026

The Mentalist4.097% · #97 in TV

Instinct0.13.0% · #2,093 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Mentalist3.093% · #239 in TV

Instinct0.27.1% · #1,841 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Mentalist6.292% · #1,175 in TV · Mar 1 – Mar 30, 2026

Instinct0.68.3% · #2,505 in TV · Jan 7 – Feb 5, 2020

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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