Ep 6. Cirque du Soul

In Psych season 7 episode 6, titled "Cirque du Soul," Shawn and Gus are called to investigate the mysterious death of a circus performer. The episode begins with Shawn and Gus attending a circus show, where they witness a high-wire performer named Angel fall to her death. The police quickly rule the death as an accident, but Shawn is convinced that foul play was involved.

With the help of their friend, medical examiner Woody, Shawn and Gus begin their investigation by questioning the performers and staff of the circus. They discover that Angel had a number of enemies and possible motives for her murder, including jealousy from other performers and a love triangle gone wrong.

As they delve deeper into the case, Shawn and Gus also learn about the rivalries and drama within the circus community, including a long-standing feud between two families and a tension between the performers and the circus owner.

Meanwhile, Shawn struggles with his own feelings of unease and anxiety after witnessing Angel's death and begins to question his own abilities as a detective. He turns to his father, Henry, for guidance, who reminds him of his strengths and encourages him to trust his instincts.

The investigation eventually leads Shawn and Gus to a shocking conclusion about Angel's death and the identity of her killer. Along the way, they uncover a web of secrets and lies within the circus community and gain a new appreciation for the hard work and dedication of circus performers.

"Cirque du Soul" is a thrilling and intriguing episode of Psych that highlights the unique world of the circus and the challenges of investigating a crime within such a tight-knit community. The episode features the series' trademark humor and banter between Shawn and Gus, as well as some poignant moments of reflection and self-doubt for Shawn. Fans of the show will not be disappointed by this entertaining and engaging episode.