Psych
The Old and the Restless
TV Flash files “The Old and the Restless” as hour 27 of 119 in the TV Flash guide — Psych (2006–2014) on USA, season 2, episode 12, aired 2008-01-18, 60 min.
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How this hour is filed
This leaf is S02E12: listed hour 27 of 119 in the Psych guide, hour 12 of 16 in season 2. It aired 2008-01-18 (60 min). The listed hour before it is “There's Something About Mira” (S02E11). Next is “Lights, Camera... Homicidio” (S02E13).
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Shawn and Gus have run into a problem on their latest case. They are investigating the disappearance of Oswald Chester in a place that is impossible to sneak into, Glorious Pines, the most exclusive retirement community in Santa Barbara. They convince Henry to go undercover as Talmadge McGulager, who has actually gotten in off the wait list. However, Shawn has already informed the real Talmadge that he cannot move in for three more days giving them time to investigate. Once inside, they hook up with their client, Jervis Kent. Jervis is a security guard with minimal clearance but he did manage to get Talmadge the empty bed in Oswald's room. Oswald disappeared three days ago but the Glorious Pines staff and the police refuse to investigate since Oswald has a history of disappearing then reappearing a few days later. But Jervis, being Oswald's best friend, knows that this time is different. Shawn spots Oswald's wallet next to a rope bracelet on the nightstand. He concludes that Oswald wouldn't voluntarily take off without money and an ID. Gus sees that he's left his blood pressure medication behind as well. Shawn notices evidence that Oswald was training for a marathon and deduces he probably went missing on one of his practice runs.
Viewer FAQ
Where does The Old and the Restless sit in the Psych guide?
S02E12 is listed hour 27 of 119 — hour 12 of 16 in season 2, season 2 episode 12.
When did Psych S02E12 air?
The Old and the Restless aired 2008-01-18 and is listed at 60 minutes.
Do I need to hunt pineapples to watch Psych?
No, but the scavenger hunt is fandom sport. The product is Roday–Hill chemistry: fake psychic, real best friendship.
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