Psych’s Thrilling Season Finale

Tonight is the thrilling season finale of Psych and it promises to leave you spellbound. In tonight’s episode, a killer targets Shawn using scenarios from classic Hitchcock films. Clues left at the crime scene point to Mr. Yang, but could it be a copycat? Find out tonight as Psych concludes this season with Mr. Yin Presents, featuring the return of guest star Ally Sheedy. Airing tonight at 10/9 central, on USA, you won’t want to miss this.

Check out this chilling preview.

Read our Spotlight on Maggie Lawson, and after the show, come back and enter our giveaway to win an awesome Psych goodie bag, which includes the entire season three DVD set.

What a night!

Spotlight On: Psych’s Maggie Lawson

Working steadily since landing her first television appearance in the mid-1990’s, Maggie Lawson has been slyly scene-stealing for the past 15 years. After a string of guest appearances in shows like “Unhappily Ever After,” “Step by Step,” Cybill,” “Boy Meets World,” and “Home Improvement,” she began testing the feature film waters with appearances in the films “I’ve Been Waiting for You” with Sarah Chalke and Markie Post and “Pleasantville” with Tobey Maguire and Reese Witherspoon.

Working around some top notch comedians and drama film stars only continued to shape Maggie into the engaging actress she is today. With a few more quick stops to appear in the cult favorite “Felicity” and the dramatic juggernaut “ER,” Maggie next landed a seven episode arc on the series “Party of Five” starring Matthew Fox (“Lost”) and Scott Wolf (“V”), as well as a role alongside Justin Timberlake in the film “Model Behavior.” With an eye for cool leading men, Maggie continued her lightening streak working on the television series “Inside Schwartz” with Breckin Meyer and a brief appearance in the series “Smallville” with Tom Welling.

Then, in 2002, after landing the lead role in the film “Nancy Drew,” Maggie went on to star in the films “Winter Break” with Milo Ventimiglia, “Spellbound” with Dave Annable and “Love Rules” with Joey Lawrence. She also managed to score the leading role on the comedy series “It’s All Relative.” Then, once it ended, she appeared briefly on the cult series “Tru Calling” which starred Eliza Dushku (“Dollhouse”) and Matt Bomer (“White Collar”), and the series “Crumbs” which starred Fred Savage and Eddie McClintock (“Warehouse 13”).

After her role on “Crumbs” wrapped, Maggie’s career hit the jackpot when she was cast as Detective Juliet O’Hara in the comedy series “Psych” alongside James Roday and Dule Hill. On “Psych,” Maggie constantly walks a tight-rope of playing both straight-guy to James Roday and Dule Hill’s hysterical antics and funny-guy to Omundson’s by-the-book Detective Carlton Lassiter. But it is a role she clearly relishes and plays with aplomb and humor. With “Psych” entering its 5th season, the show continues to dabble with the backstories of the characters and the slow dance to see if Shawn and Juliet will end up together.

In the meantime, Maggie has taken the opportunity to use her hiatus breaks to pursue a few film projects and starred in the 2-part Lifetime film series “Killer Hair” and “Hostile Makeover” based on the “Crime of Fashion” mystery books by Ellen Byerrum. Playing fashion reporter Lacey Smithsonian with a nose for rooting out murder, Maggie stepped outside the shadow of her comedic co-stars on “Psych” and has shown once again that she can light up the screen with both charm and witty repartee. Maggie is a rare gem that makes any television show or film for which she graces with her presence much more fun and fascinating to watch.

Watch our interview with Maggie at last year’s Comic Con, and catch Maggie in the season finale of “Psych”, tonight at 10/9c on USA Network. (“Psych” returns for its 5th season next summer.)

White Collar Season Finale – Tonight!

The entire season has been leading up to this final episode of White Collar on USA. Are you ready for it?

In the premiere of “Out of the Box,” Neal teams up with Alex in order to retrieve the ever-elusive music box at an Italian Consulate. Meanwhile, Peter enlists the help of Diana to help take down Fowler. Don’t miss the explosive Season One Finale tonight at 10/9C! Take a look:

Also, check out the Live Chat with Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay as they answer your questions!

Psych Finale Giveaway

**THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE THREE WINNERS, NAKKI, AMBER McCRAW AND LINDSEY FRIEDBERG.**

This season of Psych will come to its dramatic conclusion with the return of Ally Sheedy in an episode directed by James Roday. The episode is called Mr. Yin Presents and will air Wednesday, March 10, at 10/9 central on USA. How will we celebrate a fantastic season? The only way Nice Girls can: by giving something away!

Beginning today, you can enter to win a Psych Prize Bag filled with:
–        Psych Season 3 DVD Set     
–        Psych Talking Bobbleheads
–        Psych Book: Call of the Mild
–        Psych Pineapple T-Shirt
–        Psych Pineapple Stress Toy

How to Enter:

• in the comments below, tell us what episode from this season was your favorite
• one (1) entry per person
• open to anyone, anywhere
• enter by 11:59 p.m. central time on March 10
• prize courtesy of USA Network
• prize valued at $135
• be sure to use a valid email address when you comment.
• three (3) names will be drawn from eligible entries and notified via email

Don’t miss the most shocking PSYCH finale ever as a killer targets Shawn using scenarios from classic Hitchcock films. Ally Sheedy guest-stars in Psych’s season finale, directed by James Roday — “Mr. Yin Presents” — premiering Wednesday at 10/9C!

Good luck!

“White Collar” Webchat Tonight!

White Collar’s Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay will participate in a Live Chat Q & A with fans tonight. Ustream and USA Network teamed up to bring you the opportunity to ask Matt and Tim your questions about the show and their characters.

Join in tonight at 7/6 p.m. central for this one hour long special event. Just go to USA Network for White Collar. Don’t be late!

Spotlight On: Tiffani Thiessen

Celebrating a long, successful television career spanning two decades, Tiffani Amber Thiessen first arrived on the television landscape after landing a major television role that would keep her steadily employed for 5 years playing the vivacious Kelly on the teen series Saved by the Bell. During that same period she also made guest appearances on family sitcoms: Charles in Charge, Married With Children, Valerie, Step by Step, and Blossom. As she advanced into her teenage years, she also made appearances in more dramatic made-for-television films such as A Killer Among Friends, The Stranger Beside Me, She Fought Alone, Sweet Dreams and Buried Secrets. But perhaps wishing to meld her innate talent for comedy with more light-weight dramatic television, she went directly from Saved by the Bell to starring in the hot teenage phenomenon, Beverly Hills, 90210. So for the better part of a decade, Tiffani was best known as either the lively Kelly from Saved by the Bell or as conniving Valerie on 90210.

Then, in 2000, when 90210 finally wrapped its final season, Tiffani continued to work steadily appearing in an eight episode arc on Two Guys, A Girl and a Pizza Place appearing opposite Ryan Reynolds, Traylor Howard and a little known actor at the time, Nathan Fillion (who now stars in the ABC series Castle). She also appeared in three episodes of the comedy series Just Shoot Me which starred Laura San Giacomo and Enrico Colantoni. Then she took a quick detour to dabble in the Woody Allen theatrical film Hollywood Ending which starred Tea Leoni, Debra Messing and Treat Williams.

But the lure of television was too tempting and she returned in 2002 to star in the television series Fastlane opposite Peter Facinelli (who stars as Carlisle Cullen in the Twilight films) and Bill Bellamy, which ran for two seasons. After playing the enigmatic Billie Chambers in Fastlane, Tiffani returned to her comedic roots to play Victoria Hill in the comedy series Good Morning, Miami which starred Mark Feuerstein (best known now for his work on Royal Pains). She also appeared for a brief five episode arc in the dramedy series What About Brian with Barry Watson, Matt Davis (who plays Alaric on Vampire Diaries) and Sarah Lancaster (best known as Ellie on Chuck).

However, in 2009, in a stroke of good fortune, Tiffani secured the coveted role of Elizabeth Burke in the red-hot series White Collar. Playing along side Tim DeKay and Matthew Bomer, Tiffani is the heart of the show. She plays Peter’s loving yet insightful wife who helps keep the balance between the naturally friction-filled relationship of Peter, the FBI agent, and Neal, the reformed con man. It is Tiffani’s own warm personality and inquisitive nature that shine brightly through her character. In what could be just another clever police procedural, Tiffani helps keep the series firmly grounded in the solid interpersonal relationships amongst the characters. Portraying Elizabeth, a strong woman who owns an event planning business, her unwavering love and support of Peter reminds the audience that behind every good man stands an even better woman. Tiffani is a rare find in Hollywood: a woman with a heart of gold.

White Collar airs Tuesdays at 10/9c on USA Network.

Burn Notice’s Matt Nix Talks Season Finale, Romance, & More

In a conference call with reporters yesterday, Burn Notice’s Matt Nix gave us some scoop about guest stars, Comic Con, romance, BFF’s, and the season finale.

Guest Stars

Nix revealed that Garret Dillahunt (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles) plays an “awesome” bad guy when he shows up later this season. Also guest starring is Carlos Bernard (24) who has a connection to Fiona. Nix described him as a bad guy who, under different circumstances, could’ve been a part of Michael’s team. He’s willing to do things that Michael, Fiona and Sam won’t, crossing lines they can’t. Nix said it’s a “devastating performance”.

Romance

Asked about whether fans pester him about the odds of Michael and Fiona getting back together, Nix explained that theirs is an “unstable romantic connection.” They have a hard time being with other people and have acknowledged how much they care about each other, but neither of them are “built” for a stable romantic connection. The relationship they have right now is probably their ideal, at least at this point in their lives.

BFF’s

Nix laughed at the idea that Sam and Madeline have any sort of romantic connection, saying “that is creepy and wrong and we would never go there.” However, he did admit some surprise at how well the characters relate on screen and said that caused the writers to build a friendship between the two that wasn’t originally planned. Sam is Madeline’s best friend right now, an unusual development, but “it works for us,” said Nix.

Motivation

In “A Dark Road”, the episode featuring Tyne Daly, Michael explains to Madeline that his job is “helping people.” When asked if Michael was settling into the role of helping people without being a spy, Nix explained that Michael has been coming to terms with the fact that there’s a part of him that HAS to help people. Early in the series he was something of a reluctant hero, but as Michael has become more self-aware, he’s realized that this is an innate need of his. The twist is that, because of his background, he uses “dark deeds for a noble purpose … the dark to save the light.”

Gearing Up for the Season Finale

Nix talked about Michael’s relationship with Gilroy, played by Chris Vance, noting that it’s becoming more and more complicated. Nix said the relationship takes an “unexpected turn” in second to last episode of the season, but wouldn’t divulge any details.

Also coming up at the end of the season is an answer to a question related to the burn notice itself. We won’t find out who issued the burn notice, but a big question will be answered. “It’s a question people haven’t thought to ask,” said Nix, “but it is important.”

Comic Con

Last but not least, Nix said he had a wonderful experience at Comic Con last year and hopes they can attend again this year. The logistics of getting cast and creative team members from Miami (where they film) to San Diego is challenging, but he hopes to see us in San Diego in July.

Burn Notice airs Thursdays at 10/9c on USA Network.

Who Was That Last Night?: PSYCH Edition

It’s been a while since our last “Who Was That” piece, mostly because I keep forgetting to make a note when I see a familiar face. Fortunately the guest stars on Psych this season have been impossible to ignore, so in honor of a new episode tonight, let’s take a walk down memory lane.

Arnold Vosloo
On Psych: He played scary/cool Mob boss J.T. Waring who Shawn and Gus visit in prison (and Shawn becomes slightly obsessed with) in “A Very Juliet Episode”.
Where You’ve Seen Him Before: In one of my all time favorite movies and its sequel, The Mummy and The Mummy Returns, as the dead guy in question. He also had a recurring role as Vincent, a Ring henchman, on Chuck last season.

Sarah Shahi
On Psych: She played Ruby, Gus’s secret, super-hot girlfriend in “Thrill Seekers and Hell Raisers”.
Where You’ve Seen Her Before: As Dani, Damian Lewis’s cop partner in the gone-too-soon NBC series Life. She also had a recurring as Jenny on Alias, and appeared in a couple of episodes of Reba, which starred another Psych guest.

Steve Howey
On Psych: He played Derek Walker, the seemingly dim thrill-seeker whose friend is murdered in the appropriately titled “Thrill Seekers and Hell Raisers.”
Where You’ve Seen Him Before: As the seemingly dim son-in-law of Reba McIntire on the CW’s long-running sitcom Reba. He also starred in the web series CTRL alongside Tony Hale.

Stacy Keibler
On Psych: She played hot-to-trot adrenaline junkie Jessica, who was apparently too psycho even for Shawn, in “Thrill Seekers and Hell Raisers.”
Where You’ve Seen Her Before: The former WWE/WCW wrestler had a recurring role as Stephanie on What About Brian and placed third on the second season of Dancing With the Stars in 2006.

Robert Patrick
On Psych: He played General Major Felts (Say “General Major” out loud. You know you want to.) in the season opener, “You Can’t Handle This Episode.”
Where You’ve Seen Him Before: He famously took over for David Duchovny in the final two seasons of The X-Files and was the T-1000 in Terminator 2: Judgment Day. He also spent three seasons on The Unit. Watch for him on Chuck in a couple of weeks.

John Cena
On Psych: He played Juliet’s big brother Ewan, a member of a secretive military branch in the season opener “You Can’t Handle This Episode.”
Where You’ve Seen Him Before: Unlike his female counterpart Keibler (above), the WWE and WWF wrestling superstar is just now launching his acting career with this guest spot and as the star of the movie Twelve Rounds.

Not bad for just three episodes into the new season. Still to come: Judd Nelson tonight and Jeri Ryan in 2 weeks! Thanks to TV Screencaps for the images.

“Psych” Returns on a New Night

Get ready for all new episodes of Psych, returning on a new night on USA. The boys are back on Wednesday, January 27th, at 10/9 central.

The fourth season continues with guest stars John Cena, Robert Patrick, and Rachel Leigh Cook returns as Shawn’s girlfriend. Other guest stars in the second half of season 4 include: Judd Nelson, Chris Sarandon, Miguel Ferrer, Bruce Davison, Ally Sheedy and more.

USA will launch a national sweepstakes giving away a Grand Prize trip to Vancouver, Canada to visit the set of Psych. James Roday & Dule Hill will be the guest hosts on WWE Monday Night Raw on Jan 25th and USA will be doing a live webchat with fans during the day from RAW featuring, James, Dule and John Cena.

Here’s a preview to get you ‘psyched’!

James Roday and Dulé Hill Do Live Webchat

PSYCH co-stars James Roday and Dulé Hill will use their powers of persuasion as hosts of WWE® Monday Night RAW on January 25th live from The Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH at 9 PM ET / 8 PM CT on USA Network.  Known as the crime-solving dynamic duo Shawn (Roday) and Gus (Hill) on the USA Network original hit series, these partners predict shocking results as they conspire to manipulate WWE® Superstars into truly magnificent Monday night matches.

Before the PSYCH duo enters the WWE Universe; Roday, Hill and WWE® Superstar John Cena will participate in a live webchat on psych.usanetwork.com on January 25^th at 3pm ET / 2 PM CT.  USA Network has partnered with Ustream, the leader in live video on the internet, to deliver the live interactive experience.

The PSYCH season premiere, “You Can’t Handle This Episode” guest starring WWE® Superstar John Cena debuts on its new night, Wednesday, January 27^th at 10/9c.    Starring James Roday, Dulé Hill, Corbin Bernsen, Timothy Omundson, Maggie Lawson and Kirsten Nelson, PSYCH centers on a young police consultant who solves crimes with powers of observation so acute the precinct detectives think he’s psychic.  WWE® Superstar John Cena guest stars in the premiere as Juliet’s (Lawson) brother Ewan, a solder in the military.  Robert Patrick also guest stars and Rachael Leigh Cook returns as Shawn’s girlfriend, Abigail.

 

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