Ep 12. Psyched Out

Simon & Simon season 2 episode 12 titled "Psyched Out" revolves around the Simon brothers as they try to help a woman, who is allegedly suffering from a mental illness, and her brother who is on the run from the police.

As the episode begins, the siblings' case is brought to the Simon brothers' attention when Rick receives a phone call from his old college friend, Todd, who is a doctor at a mental institution. He informs Rick that a woman named Mary, who is admitted to the facility, is claiming that she is not insane and is being held against her will. Todd believes that Mary's situation is worth investigating and the Simons agree to take on the case.

When they arrive at the mental institution, the brothers meet Mary, who comes across as calm and collected, despite being a patient. She tells them that she and her brother, Paul, are artists who had an altercation with a police officer which resulted in Paul being accused of stealing a painting, and that she was subsequently admitted to the institution. She claims that she does not have any mental illness and is being held there against her will.

After listening to her story, the Simon brothers decide to help Mary and start their investigation. However, they soon realize that Paul is on the run from the police and is a wanted criminal. They also find that Mary's story seems to contradict the evidence against her brother in the art theft, making them unsure of how to proceed.

To make matters worse, Todd is murdered in his office, and the Simons are convinced that his death is linked to Mary's case. Determined to get to the bottom of things, they continue to investigate, which leads them to a reclusive art collector who is obsessed with one particular painting. As they delve deeper into their investigation, they discover that Mary and Paul have been caught up in a web of deceit and manipulation that endangers their lives on several occasions.

With their lives at risk and the truth shrouded in layers of deception, the Simons continue their investigation, relentlessly following the trail of clues that ultimately lead them to the real culprit. In the end, they are able to unravel the mystery behind Mary's case and uncover the real reason for Todd's murder, restoring justice and protecting innocent lives.

Overall, "Psyched Out," is a captivating episode that takes the viewers on a thrilling ride alongside Rick and AJ Simon as they help a client in need and uncover sinister secrets along the way. With its intricate plot and strong performances from the ensemble cast, the episode delivers an engaging and satisfying storyline that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats until the very end.