Brooklyn Nine-Nine episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
The squad debates their favorite cop movies, revealing diverse tastes. Scully's tasked with a tedious digitization job, highlighting his health woes from prolonged sitting. Meanwhile, Peralta is in a slump, struggling to solve cases and feeling cursed. Captain Holt assigns him to desk work to refocus. In the Junior Police Program, Santiago and Diaz have trouble connecting with kids until Gina steps in with her unique approach. Peralta eventually solves a case involving insurance fraud, breaking his slump. Terry, battling with assembling a dollhouse for his daughter, finally sees it transformed into a princess police station.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What cop movies do the squad members consider the best?
They mention "Training Day," "Lethal Weapon," "Fargo," "Die Hard," "Turner & Hooch," "Robocop," "Bad Boys," and "Breathless."
Who is assigned to digitize old case files?
Scully.
What physical issue does Scully complain about due to his assignment?
An 'anal canyon' from sitting all day.
Why does Captain Holt assign Peralta to digitize files?
Because Peralta is in a slump and having continuous bad luck.
What are some suggestions given to Peralta to break his slump?
A trip to Montreal (Rosa), 10,000 sit-ups (Terry), and solving easy cases (Holt).
Who successfully connects with the kids in the Junior Police Program?
Gina.
What personal task is Sergeant Terry struggling with?
Assembling a dollhouse for his daughter.
How does Peralta solve the missing grandmother case?
He exposes it as insurance fraud and false reporting.
Who finishes building the dollhouse for Terry?
Another officer, who turns it into a princess police station.
What is Gina's new role assigned by Captain Holt?
Holt's personal assistant.
How does Captain Holt help Peralta with his slump?
By keeping him focused on desk work to clear his mind.
Is Peralta's belief in a curse justified in the end?
No, it's shown to be superstition and a mental block.
How does the squad initially react to Peralta's slump?
They are concerned and offer various suggestions to help.
Does Peralta return to fieldwork after breaking his slump?
Yes, after solving the fraud case, he feels confident to return to fieldwork.
What does Gina use to inspire the kids in the Junior Police Program?
She uses her passion for dance and an unconventional approach.