Be forewarned: This topic is only speculative, but if you're the kind of person who wants to be completely surprised, you might not want to read this, as it tries to narrow down what kind of plot twists could be done. Okay, now that that's out of the way, time for the post.

A long time ago, I remember reading about how the last episode of Season 2 would have a big twist that we wouldn't see coming. Then, in a later interview, James Roday mentions how the season ends with a big cliffhanger. I know, we'll be left waiting until the summer for season 3, but personally I love plot twists. I also like trying to speculate, and figure out what they'll be. So anyway, here are a few of my guesses:

The dark:

- Something bad happens to Shawn or Gus. Maybe one of them is injured, and it leads to the fabled episode that takes place entirely in one room (James once mentioned wanting to do an episode like this). Or maybe there's an overwhelming amount of evidence pointing to Shawn or Gus (somebody setting them up?) that lands them in jail, and then there's a jail episode as the opening of Season 3 where they have to clear their names.

- We find out something about a character who, up to this point, has only been alluded to in the episodes. This could be Shawn's mom, Lassie's ex-wife, Chief Vick's husband...I think that covers most ground. What we find out about said character would have to be pretty significant, think of something like -- Shawn's mom potentially being involved with crime, and the reason for the divorce was because of conflicting interest -- Though I doubt they would do this particular twist, it would have to be something of that calibur to leave us hanging.

The not so dark:

- Someone important finds out that Shawn isn't really a psychic. I'm thinking Jules, Lassiter, or Chief Vick. Jules would probably just decide to play along, Lassie...nobody would take seriously anyway, since he's had it out for Shawn from the start. As for Chief Vick, sometimes I get the impression that she already knows, but hires him anyway because he's that good of a detective--but she did say in the first episode that if they find out he's lying, they'd press charges. That might be an interesting episode to do, because they could always bring back that lawyer, Hornstock.


The downright silly:

- Shawn finds an ancient artifact in the museum that gives him real psychic abilities. The episode ends with Shawn reading someone's mind unknowingly, or seeing something in a vision that then happens, and the viewer is left shouting "WHAT THE ____!!!" Episode 1 of Season 3 would then explain what really happened and the show goes back to normal. (This one's probably my favorite)

- All of Shawn's pestering of Jules to go out on a date pays off, and at the end she says "Okay. But just one!"

So, there are my ideas. Yeah, I really like plot twists; they advance the overall plot of the series, or at the very least, change the flow of the story for a few episodes. Anybody else want to toss in some ideas?
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Every one dies. LOL. Just kidding.

Dont even joke like that, man! LOL

tixus, very good and interesting ideas!! You always have some thoughtful ideas about episodes and such...always a pleasure to read.

When I read about the plot twist, I also had a few theories in mind. At first I thought, okay, something about Shawn and Jules? But after reading that tv guide (i think?) article, where it is mentioned that they aren't really going to explore that aspect of the show for a bit, at least this season, I dismissed that idea.

Then, I was thinking, okay, something with Lassiter and his ex-wife and/or her family. But, we just had an episode which revolved a lot around his relationship with his father in law. I was thinking that they would not delve too much into that part of the show for the episode cliffy.

And then...maybe Shawn is actually a father? But, that seemed too dramatic for the show, and kind of early in the series I think to bring in a whopper like that.

So, I hypothesize that it could be one of the below:

(1) Jules and Psych office

This basically stems off the sub-plot in a previous episode where Juliet tries to make a friend in the police department and instead gets handed an internal affairs investigation. While it was an interesting tangent to the main storyline, part of me was like, what is the point to it? And that did get me thinking about Jules in general and her role there at the station. It seems that there are times when Jules's affable and friendly nature is disregarded and I think viewed as immaterial to her capabilities as a detective. But, if you remember that fight that Shawn and Henry had during the christmas episode...Henry berated Shawn for allowing emotions to become involved in the case, but Shawn threw it right back and said that he felt his emotions made him a better detective. it seems that Jules approaches cases and detective work more similary to how Shawn and Gus do it than to the detectives in the station. Maybe the twist will be something along the lines of Juliet perhaps publicly defying the station in order to align herself more with the the Psych office. I think it is a bit of a stretch beacuse I think that might be out of character for her, but that could open up an avenue for the writers to solidify her friendship with Shawn and Gus and, of course, open it up to Shules potential.

And related to that...

(2) Jules finds out that Shawn is not psychic

...which makes it easier for her to align herself with the Psych office (in a way that the station does not know about). If Shawn isn't psychic, I'm sure she's curious as to how he and Gus solve cases. So, in exchange for her not ratting out Shawn, he agrees to let her in on some of Shawn and Gus's adventures, and maybe even teaches her how to be a more observant detective. So, Shawn doesn't get found out and thus prosecuted by the station, and Jules gets in on the action and even improves her detective skills.

(3) Shawn's Mom

Out of all of them, I think this one is definitely the most possible. It's obvious that Shawn has issues with Henry dating again, which was painfully apparent in the last bit of last week's eppy (btw, how sweet was it that it was Corbin's actual wife on the show?). So, I think that there is going to be something going on with Shawn's Mom coming back into the picture. Maybe she shows up and things just get emotionally whack. Maybe it was because of her that Henry turned in his badge and retired "too early" as Shawn states.

(4) Henry and Karen

Along those lines...maybe Karen is the reason that Henry turned retired too early...? Just throwing it out there.

(5) It is revealed to Shawn that Karen knows about his non-psychic abilities.

Yeah, I think that Karen knows that Shawn isn't psychic as well. Maybe that convo that she and Henry had in the pilot is really Henry telling her, "Hey, we both know he's not psychic...".

Great ideas guys, however, I will ALMOST COMPLETELY rule out the possibility of someone finding out Shawn is not psychic, both Roday and Franks have said that IF Shawn was to be found out, it would almost certainly be in the final episode of the series, so the ONLY logical person to find out who wouldn't "find him out" so to speak would be Lassiter, because he already has absolutely no belief in Shawn's "psychic" abilities, whereas the others in the department have at least hesitant belief in it.

Anyway, Shawn's mom, Lassiter's wife, and Vick's husband are all possibilities, with Shawn's mom having the greatest potential for a twist, though I personally suspected they'd wait till season 3 to have her added, as you'd think she'd be a recurring character and news of a new recurring character would probably have gotten into the hands of this board by now.

Hope that little bit of information helps, here's hoping for a nice finale!

Have someone (Henry, Vick or Lassie are the best choices) or even a split screen with two of them, opening their door, the look of shock on their face, "what are you doing here?!"



Then their phone begins to ring. End of epi.

But we don't know who the mystery person is until next season.

I think that I read somewhere, maybe Psychfic.com, that the cliffhanger had something to do with Henry and Shawn...maybe they'll get into a larger-than-normal fight--one that might end in Shawn leaving again for a while. Or maybe, Henry might announce that, (like you said before) Shawn's mom might be coming into town. I have no clue, really....just throwing out some guesses here.

I have a pretty crazy idea.
What if Gus went out on a date with Jules?
Don't flame me!

From the full interview that I've read with James and Dulé, James states that there is going to be a cliffhanger involving Shawn and Henry. That's the only thing I've read. James said himself he wants to go at least another season with the 'psychic' thing until someone else enters the club of knowing that Shawn isn't a psychic.

I can't really think of any huge plot twisting cliffhanger though. I can't wait to see what this thing is going to be with Shawn and Henry though. And I can't imagine them bringing his mother in this soon either. I don't know, I can't think of anything, but I will say it has nothing to do finding out the truth about Shawn. And I just want to say his mom is out of the question, cause I feel as though they've just started to really open up the relationship and tension between Shawn and Henry when it comes to his parents and the divorce.

I don't think it would be anything with Shawn and Jules either, cause James again said they created some anticipation with the last scene of Bounty Hunters! that they might not be able to deliver on.

So, I'm sticking with James' word about Shawn and Henry.

In light of this new evidence then, I think I'll narrow it down to

A. Big Fight that doesn't end well.
B. Henry gets injured or has a heart attack.
C. They continue the storyline from the previous episode and Henry announces he's getting married. (Probably the least likely outcome).

I'm not all that worried about someone finding out that Shawn is a fake, the writers are smart enough to know that that would ruin the whole concept of the show. I'm guessing that it's probably Shawn and Henry, unless they're tricking us by saying nothing's happening with Shawn and Jules and then something huge happens in the finale- but that's very unlikely. I really hope Henry doesn't get hurt or anything though. He probably won't, it wouldn't be in the spirit of Psych, but it's possible.

Yeah I don't think they will let someone find out. but is it just me or does it seem like he isn't playing the fake psychic card as much. Now it just seems like he is a good detective. He dosn't do the "I'M HAVING A VISION" thing as much. maybe its just me.

I just said something about this on the criticism goes here board. I agree. he's not trying to 'Psych them out' anymore.

I mean the whole point of the show is that no one knows. If someone found out, the theme song wouldn't even make sense anymore!

yea, i totally agree with you, it would ruin the whole show!

On a totally random topic has it ever been said anywhere that Shawn is on only child?

I had this really strange dream ( I fell asleep watching Psych) that the final plot twist was Shawn's sister appearing.

Here is mine: Karen Vick is no longer the chief of police. Remember she is only interim Chief. She is replaced by this guy who totally hates Shawn and everything he represents. "As of today, you are no longer needed; let the police do their job. And if I hear that you are helping my people with any of their investigations, I will personally suspend them and put you behind bars. Do I make myself clear?"
Then Shawn would be mad at his dad because remember what Henry said to him in Psy vs Psy, "In a year from now, you will not be working for the Santa Barbara Police Department." Maybe Henry heard the rumblings of Karen's departure but could not say anything until it was official. "Thanks alot Dad for ruining the best job I ever had!"

Well, that's mine.

Oh my god. If that happened I'd cry for weeks straight. Even though I know he would work for them again, I'd be so sad. I don't even want to think about that happening.

Took the words right out of my mouth! ^__^

That might actually work. It would be horrible, but it could work. They seemed to stress the interim thing last show.

ROFL, what if interrim Chief Vick goes to be a full time mom and Lassie was the new chief!

That would definitely be an interesting twist!

The police department would go down the drain. JUST JOKING!!!! Nobody get mad. Maybe the plot twist is Gus gets kidnapped by a mummy!! AHHH!!

I was just reading all the replies to this topic, and its really interesting to see everyone's thoughts.

Its a lot of fun just to add new ideas, so I thought I would combine a few brought up, and throw a fun idea out there.

What if in the end of the episode, something does happen to Shawn in terms of having observation-loss. Whether its a bump on the head or anything, the writers can come up with that. Now Shawn is faced with a lot of cases on him, and realizes what has happened. He knows he has to get his gift back. Now the part with Shawn and Henry comes up. Shawn goes to Henry for help in that last section of the episode, asking for help on to get his gift back. The episode can end with Henry telling Shawn "Close your eyes, son." And Shawn replying "Why would I do that?". I think this would be a great cliffhanger, and also showing how their relationship can get better. This also leaves room for Shawn's gift to be even more keener, and extremely more-observant.

In the beginning of season 3, we can open up with Gus somewhat aiding Shawn in cases, getting him back on track. As the season progresses, Shawn can slowly get his gift back, and possibly in the process have Vick find him out, or something. This also makes the Chief-Shus (Shawn and Gus-yes its corny) relationship stronger. Also, Gus may have more of a part in the third season if Shawn has observation problems. I'm tired of the last few episodes showing Gus as a complete weirdo (no offense). As relationships get stronger due to this, maybe Shawn will go back to more "Psychic" mannerisms. That way it combines what everyone wants.

I was just throwin this out there, and I would be eager to see what everyone thinks!

I also think the idea of Vick leaving as chief is very interesting at the emphasized "interim" part last episode. I don't know who came up with it first but i thought it was fantastic. I still want to see her stay somehow if this is the case, however.

Anyways, please reply on what ya think

Wow, that'd be interesting!

I really really really want Jules to find out the truth about Shawn! They could do that without letting anyone else know. Maybe just for kicks have him do something so astounding that Lassie is finally convinced he's psychic -- just as Jules somehow finds out he's not, so then their situations are reversed.

I predict that interim Chief Vick will become Chief Vick, and that Shawn's mother will return!

Ok, It's a little late for predictions...but it was a good plot twist...Can't wait for what's in store for next season!

I think that...what...it's over...really? never mind!

If Shawn is ever found out by Jules, Lassie or Chief Vick, I would hope it would be in the series finale, because as much as I love the show, I would stop watching it, if his cover is blown.

Only Gus and Henry should be the only ones knowing about Shawn faking it. It's like they have always been together. Henry was like a second father to Gus. The three men are a team. We don't need anyone else added to this perfect puzzle. Plus, Henry taught Shawn how to remember things (Solve things) and well, Shawn needs Gus. Gus has his back 100%.

Well dang. I really didn't think they were gonna bring his mom in...until I saw the flashback with her. And I then I knew it was coming. Kudos to the writers, cause I wanted to think they were going to bring her in, but I still had my doubts. I yearn for summer right now

I wonder if Shawn will tell his mom he's not really psychic. She'll probably remember Henry teaching him all of those skills, so maybe.

I don't know...But I'm really happy!, sad though its over. It's cool we finally get to see his mom. When we first saw her I was screaming and my friend through a shoe at me.

Good, I wasn't the only one who screamed.

I just kinda went "Whoa," when they first showed her in the flashback. That came as more of a surprise to me than the ending (Though I wouldn't have known the twist would be her showing up had it not been for that scene). We've seen flashbacks where she's mentioned, or just in another room, but it came as a complete surprise when she was actually there, even though we didn't get to see her very well.

Okay, I guess now this topic is over. I'll start speculating over Season 3 somewhere else.

I just knew it was gonna be someone at the door, but didn't expect him to say who.

Now we speculate. Why is his mom back in town?

That's what I'm wondering. I don't even know where she was before!

Yeah, that's my biggest question right now. Why is his mother back in town?

I screamed so loud when he opened the door and said, "Mom?" Good thing nobody else was home at that point cause I would have had something thrown at me. I think I may have scared the neighbors though.