Taxi Season 4 Episode 1
Taxi
Season 4

Ep 1. Jimmy the Psychic

  • TV-PG
  • October 8, 1981
  • 24 min
  • 8.5  (221)

The beginning of season four of the popular sitcom, Taxi, finds the lovable gang of taxi drivers and dispatchers at the Sunshine Cab Company back for more hilarious and heartwarming adventures. In the first episode of the season, titled "Jimmy the Psychic," the plot revolves around the arrival of a new character, Jimmy, who claims to be a psychic and begins making startling predictions about the future.

The show opens with the drivers gathered in the garage discussing their skepticism about Jimmy's psychic abilities. Latka, however, is intrigued by Jimmy and excitedly shares his own experiences with psychics in the past. They all agree to let Jimmy give them each a reading, but not one of them believes he has any real abilities.

As the episode progresses, Jimmy surprises the gang with accurate predictions about each of their futures. Tony is convinced that Jimmy is the real deal and begins seeking advice for personal matters from him. Meanwhile, Elaine also becomes intrigued by Jimmy, but for a different reason. She sees him as a way to get revenge on her cheating ex-husband.

The episode is filled with comedic moments as the group struggles to balance their skepticism with their desire to believe in Jimmy's abilities. Jim Ignatowski, the laid back philosopher-famed taxi driver, has a particularly hilarious interaction with Jimmy. Jim can't take the idea of a psychic seriously and spends the entire time trying to poke holes in Jimmy's predictions. In contrast, Louie DePalma, the cranky dispatcher, is convinced that Jimmy is a fraud and accuses him of taking advantage of Tony's gullibility.

Throughout the episode, Jimmy's predictions come true, causing the drivers to become even more curious. They begin asking for more specific predictions about their future, but Jimmy becomes hesitant to tell them anything more. He confides in Elaine that he is scared of his own powers and doesn't want to be responsible for ruining anyone's life.

As the episode comes to a close, the drivers gather together to reflect on their experiences with Jimmy and to discuss whether or not they believe in his abilities. They ultimately decide that, despite their skepticism, there must be something to what he is saying, and they invite him back to offer more readings in the future.

Overall, Taxi's season four opener is a fun and lighthearted episode that showcases the talents of its hilarious cast while also delving into the ever-fascinating world of psychics. Viewers will enjoy watching the gang navigate their feelings about Jimmy and his abilities, while also laughing at the classic comedic moments that Taxi is known for.

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  • First Aired
    October 8, 1981
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    24 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.5  (221)