Dual Spires

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Dual Spires is the eleventh episode of the fifth season of the American television series Psych. The episode originally aired on December 1, 2010, on the USA Network. It is notable for being a homage to the cult television series Twin Peaks and features several cast members from the original series.

Plot

The episode begins with Shawn Spencer (played by James Roday Rodriguez) and Burton "Gus" Guster (played by Dulé Hill) receiving an anonymous email inviting them to a cinnamon festival in the small town of Dual Spires. Upon their arrival, they discover the body of a young woman named Paula Merral, who has drowned. Shawn and Gus decide to investigate her death, suspecting foul play.

As they delve deeper into the mystery, they encounter a series of quirky townspeople, many of whom are portrayed by actors from Twin Peaks. The investigation leads them to uncover dark secrets about the town and its inhabitants, ultimately revealing the true circumstances of Paula's death.

Cast and Characters

• James Roday Rodriguez as Shawn Spencer
• Dulé Hill as Burton "Gus" Guster
• Mädchen Amick as Maudette Hornsby
• Dana Ashbrook as Robert Barker
• Catherine E. Coulson as Wood Woman
• Sherilyn Fenn as Maudette Hornsby
• Sheryl Lee as Dr. Donna Gooden
• Robyn Lively as Michelle Barker
• Lenny Von Dohlen as Sheriff Andrew Jackson

Production

Dual Spires was written by Bill Callahan and James Roday Rodriguez, and directed by Matt Shakman. The episode was conceived as a tribute to Twin Peaks, with numerous references and homages to the original series. The title "Dual Spires" itself is a play on "Twin Peaks".

Reception

The episode received positive reviews from both fans and critics, particularly for its clever references to Twin Peaks and the performances of the guest stars. It is often cited as one of the standout episodes of Psych.

Related Pages

• Psych (TV series)
• Twin Peaks
• James Roday Rodriguez
• Dulé Hill