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February 2, 2007: Dating Games
I envy the fun the cast of Psych seems to have on set. How hilarious was that "Psych-Out" at the end, with poor Corbin Bernsen pouting, "I told you I can't do that down-with-it stuff," while Dulé Hill and James Roday butchered another nostalgic tune. (I didn't even recognize the song. I had to go to the USA site to find out that it was "It Feels Good.")
Like last week, I really enjoyed this episode. I still stand by my criticisms of the mid-season premiere: It felt like a throwback to the early episodes with Shawn running around like an annoying egomaniac. The show works so much better when he's able to do more than act cocky. When he's with his father, he invariably drops his devil-may-care act. As tired as Queer Eye jokes are (the show's been canceled, people), I loved the quippy exchanges between him and Henry regarding his dad's beauty regimen. The look of horror on Shawn's face when he ran into him at the tanning salon after wondering, "What kind of a loser thinks getting a tan will help him score with a woman?" Such a wonderful Lenny and Squiggy moment. And then, when Henry likened tanning to varnishing his boat, Shawn deadpanned, "That is the single most disturbing analogy I've ever heard in my entire life. The Queer Eye guys... where are they? I know they're here somewhere. Gus, what are their names?"
During the opening flashback, Henry gave Shawn some clichéd yet valuable advice about the opposite sex. "Under no circumstances ever mention to a woman her age or her weight." That information came in handy when Shawn ended up speed-dating in order to solve the case. While Lassiter just went ahead and treated them all like potential perps — except for Juliet, whom he didn't speak to at all — Shawn had a grand old time telling tall tales ("My last name is Olsoninnerheinie. It's been a tough life") and flirting with buxom blondes. He really does make the most of every situation. And how great was the name of that bar: Shenanigans, "Home of the world-famous Blarney Stone fajitas." The Irish were never known for their cuisine, huh.
My other favorite moments:
— "Lassie face," Shawn's new nickname for Lassiter.
— Shawn quipping, "This is In the Heat of the Night, which makes me Carroll O'Connor" and Gus countering, "No, that makes you Rod Steiger, which makes me Sidney Poitier." Although I often find pop-culture references a cheap way to get laughs, they really pull out some obscure ones on this show, like...
— Shawn asking Juliet, "You, me, Burgess Meredith, Hume Cronyn and Nipsey Russell on a deserted island. Who are you going to sleep with?" Later he offered her Flip Wilson and Scatman Crothers, too. But as she wisely observed, "So it's you or a bunch of dead guys?"
— After throwing a towel to the heavy-set naked guy, Shawn said, "One size fits all... I hope."
— Gus claiming to have a tanning appointment.
— Shawn imploring Marvin the leprechaun to say, "Magically delicious."
— That house full of cuckoo clocks.
— Shawn advising Lassiter to show some chest hair. "Chicks dig the sternum bush."
— When the speed-dating manager suggested that Lassiter tell Juliet she looked pretty, the way he deadpanned, "No can do."
— The way Gus' date kept rubbing his head (looks like fun! Yes I have a big old crush on Dulé, what can I say?).
— Hearing The Raconteurs' "Steady, As She Goes" playing in the background of the bowling-alley scene.
— Henry defending his preferred method of cleaning: "Historically, real men have taken baths... John Wayne, Rio Bravo. Bath."
— Shawn's big reveal speech at the end was genius, but my favorite line was when he told his fellow speed daters that everyone deserves "someone who makes you feel safe but also a little dirty."
I still hate that the cops are too dumb to live. Like how did they miss the tire tracks in the field? Did they really need Shawn to "psychically" see them? But it's a small quibble. As has been said countless times before, no one watches Psych for the mysteries. Still, it would be nice if others could contribute to the cases. I always enjoy it when Gus is able to assist with his pharmaceutical expertise.
I do like that the potential romance between Shawn and Juliet is heating up. From the moment Shawn set eyes on Juliet, he's wanted to bed her. But when he ran into her on a date at the bowling alley, it was clear that he's come to want a lot more from her than just a one-night stand. Both of them were freaked out when they were declared a perfect, 100 percent speed-dating match. There's definitely a lot of sexual tension between them. But the nice thing is, the show isn't built around it. This isn't Moonlighting. It's an ensemble, so if they do get together at some point, I don't think it necessarily spells the end for the show.
What I really want to see is Henry with someone. He had that Internet date last week, but Shawn didn't even set eyes on her. I'd love to actually see Shawn interact with one of his dates. I also hope that Shawn's mom makes an appearance on the show. I'm sure she and Henry would have funny, bitchy things to say to each other. I was thinking about who should play her... maybe make it an L.A. Law reunion and throw Susan Ruttan some work?
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Feb 4, 2007 11:14 AM
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No one's commenting? Well, I loved the show anyway. All the stuff with Shawn and his dad was hilarious, especially the line about likening exfoliation to avoiding streaks while varnishing. And the whole bubble bath thing. "Do I smell lavender?"
Poor Gus got stuck with that woman crying all over him. He has no luck for such a hottie (I, too, think Dule is fiiine.) But I do have to wonder when he does his other job because he always seems to be with Shawn. Not that he worked too hard as a pharmaceutical rep in the first place, playing computer games during working hours. Still.
My fave moment was when Shawn told Juliet that the reason they were a 100% match was that he copied over her shoulder. You could tell from the look on his face that he was completely lying just to make her feel better. It's a good sign that he cares about her feelings though; maybe they will be able to have a relationship instead of just sex. But not too soon. He needs to grow up some more.
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Feb 4, 2007 8:55 PM
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Since the tears were still in my eyes, it took me at least when Gus and Shawn enter the interrogation room with naked man to return with laughter. How about how Lassiter and Shawn both flinched when the naked guy asked if he had any markings from what he thought was an alien abduction? Stottlemeyer and Disher didn't even flinched when they dealt with a streaker.
Shawn even told Gus that most people would think great observation skills are great; they are a burden. (Monk would say: It's a gift and a curse.) The cuckoo clocks reminded me of the beginning of "Back to the Future" where the films starts out in Dr. Brown's house.
Finally, although Shawn likes to be serious with Juliet, he would have to reveal his secret. That would be very risky. I mean, Juliet believes he is psychic and if he is lying about his abilities, how can I (Juliet) trust him in a relationship? That is why he told Gus it would never work out and he needs to be better in bowling.
That was funny too how Shawn said that Lego was sponsoring him to go 'semi-pro' but he had to wear Lego shoes. Another great episode.
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Feb 4, 2007 10:59 PM
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I thought it was interesting that the criminal couple were played by Stargate veterans who played the Team's doctor and a major on the show.
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Feb 5, 2007 9:09 AM
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I thought this was a great ep. I agree, that the last two eps have been much better than the mid-season premiere. Shawn and Henry cracked me up. "What is that smell? It's like gardenia with a hint of mango."
Loved seeing the interaction/tension between Juliet and Shawn. You could tell this is becoming more for Shawn than just bedding Juliet. Their final scene at the bar was my favorite. As sukayro said - I loved how Shawn told Juliet he just copied her paper and that's why they were a 100% match.
Great ep - loved Shawn trying to get Marvin to say "magically delicious" but I think the line that cracked me up the most was when Gus walks into the bar at the end in Henry's shirt and Shawn says "No offense, but it's tough to feel threatened by you when you're wearing that shirt. Is that a hibiscus?" LOL
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Feb 5, 2007 12:13 PM
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Who would have thought I could go from being totally annoyed by Shawn in the series premiere, to totally crushing on him? I just love the guy.
This is one of the most purely fun shows on TV right now, and it gets better every week.
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Feb 5, 2007 12:51 PM
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i love this show, it is just hilarious and i think it's a nice pair to monk, which i also watch.
best line of the night was shawn calling lassiter "lassie face." hands down.
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Feb 5, 2007 2:25 PM
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This has become one of my most favorite shows--granted, the mysteries are not so hard that Sherlock Holmes is needed to figure it out, but that's OK. I laugh out loud at all of the "Psych-ing" going on--and the cast works so well together! Great show!!
I've watched this show from the beginning and am so glad of it's return.
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Feb 5, 2007 3:15 PM
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Since I didn't pay attention to the credits, when I saw Teryl Rothery, I said, "Hey, it's Dr. Fraiser!" Just one more reason to smile during the episode.
I've really enjoyed this series since it premiered, and James Roday and Dulé Hill are a large reason why. I love their chemistry and the way they play off of each other. Then there are Henry, Juliet and "Lassie-face", and the hilarious scripts. As a parent, I appreciate that it's a show that my kids, husband and I can all watch together, and we are all entertained immensely.
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Feb 5, 2007 4:25 PM
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