If you’re a Psych-O and will miss the series when it concludes its run, you can bid on a piece of Psych history – including wardrobe, accessories and other props from the show – and show support for the Alzheimer’s Association at the same time.
Universal Cable Productions is launching a Psych Online Auction, hosted by Screenbid, beginning tomorrow and running for one week. Up for grabs are about 200 props and other pieces of Psych memorabilia. The week will also include a live auction of Shawn’s Blueberry, the iconic 2004 Toyota Echo on the Psych After Pshow following the series finale. For details – and a list of the some of the more prominent items going on the auction block, follow the jump.
March 20, 2014
‘PSYCH-Os’ CAN OWN A PIECE OF ‘PSYCH’ HISTORY STARTING MARCH 21
UNIVERSAL CABLE PRODUCTIONS LAUNCHES ‘PSYCH’ ONLINE AUCTION HOSTED BY SCREENBID TO BENEFIT ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – March 20, 2014 – After eight extraordinary seasons that included the series’ 100th episode and a two-hour musical, Universal Cable Productions’(UCP) and USA Network’s original scripted comedy series from Steve Franks, “Psych” will end its successful run on Wednesday, March 26. To commemorate this momentous occasion, leading Hollywood collectibles auction site ScreenBid will host an exclusive online auction of about 200 props and memorabilia straight from the set of “Psych.” Launching on March 21, the auction will run for seven days, and will include a live auction of the “Blueberry,” the show’s iconic 2004 Toyota Echo, on the “Psych After Pshow” airing directly after the series finale on USA Network. UCP’s proceeds on all sales will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association which was personally selected by Creator/Executive Producer Steve Franks.
Fans, affectionately known as “PSYCH-Os,” will be able to bid among many items including wardrobe worn by main cast, watches, jewelry and business cards; Gus’(Dulé Hill) “Star Trek” style visor and Shawn’s (James Roday) iPhone case.
Other items for auction include:
· Gus’ “Harry Potter” inspired costume
· Shawn’s “Indiana Jones” inspired costume
· Lassiter’s (Timothy Omundson) wedding invitations
· Juliet’s (Maggie Lawson) Miami Police uniform
· Henry’s (Corbin Bernsen) large marlin wall sculpture
· Chief Vick’s (Kirsten Nelson) glass fish paperweight
· Harris Trout’s (Anthony Michael Hall) white timer
· Framed photo of Yang (Ally Sheedy) and young Shawn
Fans can preview the auction online now at www.screenbid.com.
About Universal Cable Productions
Universal Cable Productions creates innovative and critically acclaimed original scripted and digital content across multiple media platforms and outlets for domestic and international distribution. UCP produces “Covert Affairs,” “Playing House,” “Psych,” “Royal Pains” and “Suits” for USA; “Defiance,” and “Warehouse 13” for Syfy and “Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome” for distribution on Machinima Prime/YouTube, Syfy and DVD/Blu-Ray. Universal Cable Productions is a division of NBCUniversal.
About ScreenBid
ScreenBid is the world’s best source for certified authentic, screen-used Hollywood memorabilia and collectibles. ScreenBid works with studios, producers, and directors to make available to the public only objects that were used onscreen or in production on a movie or television show. ScreenBid uses the SAM auction platform and bidding is easy, and every ScreenBid item comes with a studio certificate of authenticity.
Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. For more information, visit www.alz.org.