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Psych - S02E05 - And Down the Stretch Comes Murder
 

Psych season 2 episode 5

And Down the Stretch Comes Murder

 
Gus and Shawn's childhood nemesis, now a horse jockey, asks the duo for help in discovering why his horses never win. But the investigation develops into a murder case after a jockey dies while racing.
 
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Psych / S02E05 : And Down the Stretch Comes Murder
Season 2, Episode 5 | Aired on August 10, 2007 | TV-PG | 45 min. | USA Network
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  • Psych - Episode 1 - American Duos
    Episode 1
    American Duos
  • Psych - Episode 2 - 65 Million Years Off
    Episode 2
    65 Million Years Off
  • Psych - Episode 3 - Psy vs. Psy
    Episode 3
    Psy vs. Psy
  • Psych - Episode 4 - Zero to Murder in Sixty Seconds
    Episode 4
    Zero to Murder in Sixty Seconds
  • Psych - Episode 5 - And Down the Stretch Comes Murder
    Episode 5
    And Down the Stretch Comes Murder
  • Psych - Episode 6 - Meat Is Murder, But Murder Is Also Murder
    Episode 6
    Meat Is Murder, But Murder Is Also Murder
  • Psych - Episode 7 - If You're So Smart, Then Why Are You Dead?
    Episode 7
    If You're So Smart, Then Why Are You Dead?
  • Psych - Episode 8 - Rob-a-Bye Baby
    Episode 8
    Rob-a-Bye Baby
  • Psych - Episode 9 - Bounty Hunters!
    Episode 9
    Bounty Hunters!
  • Psych - Episode 10 - Gus' Dad May Have Killed An Old Guy!
    Episode 10
    Gus' Dad May Have Killed An Old Guy!
  • Psych - Episode 11 - There's Something About Mira
    Episode 11
    There's Something About Mira
  • Psych - Episode 12 - The Old and the Restless
    Episode 12
    The Old and the Restless
  • Psych - Episode 13 - Lights, Camera... Homicidio
    Episode 13
    Lights, Camera... Homicidio
  • Psych - Episode 14 - Dis-Lodged
    Episode 14
    Dis-Lodged
  • Psych - Episode 15 - Black and Tan: A Crime of Fashion
    Episode 15
    Black and Tan: A Crime of Fashion
  • Psych - Episode 16 - Shawn (and Gus) of the Dead
    Episode 16
    Shawn (and Gus) of the Dead

Psych season 2 episode 5 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

At school, Jimmy Nickles bullies Spencer and Gus for money. Later, adult Spencer and Gus, running a 'psychic' detective agency, are shocked when Jimmy, now a jockey, hires them to investigate his racing losing streak. At the track, they witness a jockey's death during a race, initially deemed a heart attack. Diving deeper, they uncover a race-fixing scheme involving tranquilizer darts, orchestrated by the announcer Barry and his accomplice Ryan. The plot aimed to incapacitate horses, accidentally killing the jockey. Spencer and Gus solve the case, clearing Jimmy's name and confronting past fears.

Full Episode S02E05 Recap

### Opening Scene: Schoolyard Encounter - The kids are singing "I Ran" by A Flock of Seagulls. - Jimmy Nickles, a bully, confronts them for money. - Spencer reluctantly hands over money to avoid trouble. ### Home Scene: Troubling News - Spencer and Gus discuss their past encounters with Jimmy. - They receive a call from Jimmy, who wants to meet them. - There's tension and fear about Jimmy's unexpected visit. ### Office Scene: Jimmy's Proposal - Jimmy arrives, jokingly demanding lunch money, reminiscing about old times. - He reveals his current profession as a jockey and his recent losing streak. - Jimmy suspects foul play at the race track and hires Spencer and Gus to investigate using their 'psychic' abilities. ### Race Track Investigation - Spencer and Gus arrive at the track, blending in to avoid suspicion. - They encounter Henry Spencer (Shawn's dad) and Phil "The Thrill" Shershow, a horse handicapper. - The team gathers information about the races and the jockeys. ### Sudden Death at the Track - During a race, jockey Juan Carlos collapses and dies, suspected to be a heart attack. - Spencer and Gus suspect foul play and decide to investigate further. ### Police Station: Interrogating Jimmy - The police arrest Jimmy for Juan Carlos's death. - Spencer and Gus interview Jimmy, who denies any involvement. - They learn about a potential affair between Juan Carlos and Jimmy's wife. ### Further Investigation - Spencer and Gus analyze race footage and notice something amiss during the races. - They suspect that the races are being fixed and that Juan Carlos's death was accidental. ### Confronting the Culprits - Spencer and Gus reveal the race-fixing scheme orchestrated by Barry, the announcer, and Ryan, using a modified camera to shoot darts at horses. - They explain how Juan Carlos was accidentally hit by a dart meant for a horse. ### Resolution - The police arrest Barry and Ryan for their involvement in the race-fixing and the accidental death of Juan Carlos. - Jimmy thanks Spencer and Gus for clearing his name and apologizes for his past behavior. - Spencer confesses to Jimmy about his role in getting him expelled in school, only to learn that it positively impacted Jimmy's life. ### Closing Scene: Reflection and Reconciliation - Spencer and Gus reflect on their adventure and their past with Jimmy. - They celebrate solving the case and reminisce about their childhood, revealing unknown secrets to each other.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jimmy Nickles?

Jimmy Nickles is a former school bully turned jockey.

What problem does Jimmy Nickles face?

He's on a losing streak and suspects foul play at the race track.

Why do Spencer and Gus agree to help Jimmy?

Spencer feels guilty about a past incident where he falsely accused Jimmy, leading to his expulsion from school.

What unexpected event happens at the race track?

Jockey Juan Carlos collapses and dies during a race.

How do the police initially explain Juan Carlos's death?

They suspect it was a heart attack.

Why is Jimmy Nickles arrested?

He's suspected of being involved in Juan Carlos's death.

What do Spencer and Gus discover about the races?

They find evidence suggesting the races are being fixed.

Who are the real culprits behind the race-fixing scheme?

Barry, the race announcer, and Ryan, who used a modified camera

 
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