Psych (2006)
The cult comedy-crime series where one man's extraordinary eye for detail — and a very convincing bluff — keeps Santa Barbara's finest on their toes.
Psych - Series Information
- Original Title: Psych
- First Air Year: 2006
- Last Air Year: 2014
- Created by: Steve Franks
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Comedy, Crime
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 43 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 8
- Number of Episodes: 120
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: July 7, 2006 (United States - TV-PG), July 7, 2006 (Canada - G), July 7, 2006 (Germany - 12), July 7, 2006 (France - 12), July 7, 2006 (India - U), July 7, 2006 (Australia - M), July 7, 2006 (Brazil - 12), July 7, 2006 (Mexico - AA)
- Networks: USA Network
- Alternative Titles: Vihjeet hukassa (FI), Осмо чувство (BG), Enquêteur malgré lui (FR), Frikovi (HR), Psych (DE), Swiry (PL), Zvit in prebrisan (SI), Psych - Agentes Especiais (PT)
- Production Companies: UCP, GEP Productions, Pacific Mountain Productions, Tagline Pictures, Universal Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
Psych - Plot
Thanks to his police officer father's efforts, Shawn Spencer spent his childhood developing a keen eye for detail (and a lasting dislike of his dad). Years later, Shawn's frequent tips to the police lead to him being falsely accused of a crime he solved. Now, Shawn has no choice but to use his abilities to perpetuate his cover story: psychic crime-solving powers, all the while dragging his best friend, his dad, and the police along for the ride.
Psych - Trailer
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Psych - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Steve Franks
Main Cast
- James Roday Rodriguez
- Dulé Hill
- Timothy Omundson
- Maggie Lawson
- Kirsten Nelson
- Corbin Bernsen
- Sage Brocklebank
- Liam James
- Kurt Fuller
- Carlos McCullers II
Writers
- Steve Franks
- Andy Berman
- Saladin K. Patterson
- James Roday Rodriguez
- Kell Cahoon
Executive Producers
- Chris Henze
Psych - FAQs
Where can you stream Psych online?
Psych is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus, as well as Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be streamed through Philo. For purchase or rental, it is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
Is Psych based on a true story?
Psych is not based on a true story. Creator Steve Franks invented the premise of a hyper-observant man who fakes psychic abilities to consult for police. The show is a work of fiction, though it draws on real investigative techniques and the tradition of classic detective storytelling for comedic effect.
Who are the main actors in Psych?
The series stars James Roday Rodriguez as Shawn Spencer and Dulé Hill as Burton Guster. The supporting cast includes Timothy Omundson, Maggie Lawson, Kirsten Nelson, and Corbin Bernsen. Kurt Fuller, Sage Brocklebank, Liam James, and Carlos McCullers II also appear in recurring roles throughout the series.
Will there be a Season 9 of Psych?
Psych concluded after 8 seasons in 2014, but the story did not end there. The franchise continued with a series of TV movies: Psych: The Movie (2017), Psych 2: Lassie Come Home (2020), and Psych 3: This Is Gus (2021), all on Peacock, reuniting the original cast for new comedic mysteries.
What is Psych about?
Psych follows Shawn Spencer, a hyper-observant slacker who convinces the Santa Barbara Police Department he is a psychic detective to avoid being accused of a crime. Alongside his reluctant best friend Gus, he solves cases with sharp wit and absurd humor, earning critical praise for its clever comedy and chemistry.
How many seasons and episodes does Psych have?
Psych ran for 8 seasons and 120 episodes on USA Network from 2006 to 2014. Seasons 1 through 7 contained 15 or 16 episodes each, while Season 8 wrapped the series with 10 episodes. A collection of specials is also available as Season 0, featuring 24 additional bonus episodes.
Did Psych win any awards?
Psych earned multiple award nominations throughout its run, including People's Choice Awards wins for Favorite Cable Comedy. The show was celebrated for James Roday Rodriguez and Dulé Hill's comedic chemistry. It became one of USA Network's highest-rated series and developed a devoted fan following that persists well beyond its 2014 finale.
What is the content rating for Psych?
Psych is rated TV-PG in the United States, making it suitable for general audiences with parental guidance suggested for younger viewers. The series features mild comedic violence, light language, and some adult humor, but remains largely family-friendly in tone throughout all eight of its seasons.
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