Psych: The Musical

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Psych: The Musical is a special two-hour musical episode of the American television series Psych. It originally aired on December 15, 2013, as part of the show's seventh season. The episode features original songs written by series creator Steve Franks and composer Adam Cohen.

Plot

The episode revolves around Shawn Spencer (played by James Roday Rodriguez) and Burton "Gus" Guster (played by Dulé Hill) as they investigate the escape of a notorious playwright named Z (played by Anthony Rapp), who was previously committed to a mental institution after being accused of murder. The investigation leads them into the world of musical theater, where they must navigate various suspects and uncover the truth behind the original crime.

Cast

• James Roday Rodriguez as Shawn Spencer
• Dulé Hill as Burton "Gus" Guster
• Timothy Omundson as Carlton Lassiter
• Maggie Lawson as Juliet O'Hara
• Kirsten Nelson as Karen Vick
• Corbin Bernsen as Henry Spencer
• Anthony Rapp as Z

Musical Numbers

Psych: The Musical features several original songs, including:

• "Santa Barbara Skies"
• "I've Heard It Both Ways"
• "Jamaican Inspector Man"
• "Z's Lament"
• "I Hurt No One"

Production

The idea for a musical episode had been considered by Steve Franks for several years before it was finally produced. The episode was filmed in Vancouver, where the series was primarily shot. The cast underwent extensive vocal and dance training to prepare for their performances.

Reception

Psych: The Musical received positive reviews from both fans and critics, who praised its creativity, humor, and the performances of the cast. It is often cited as one of the standout episodes of the series.

Related Pages

• Psych
• Shawn Spencer
• Burton "Gus" Guster
• Steve Franks
• James Roday Rodriguez
• Dulé Hill