Brooklyn Nine-Nine season 4 episode 22 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Jake Peralta and Rosa Diaz face trial for a string of bank robberies they didn't commit, accused by Lieutenant Melanie Hawkins. As their lawyer, Samuel Miller, struggles against strong evidence, the team tries to prove their innocence. Charles Boyle is stressfully involved, his hair turning white. Despite solid alibis, damning fake evidence presented by Hawkins sways the jury. They enlist a hacker, Pandemic, to trace the money and find Matthew Langdon, a former detective with inside knowledge. Langdon betrays them in court, resulting in a guilty verdict. Rosa, contemplating fleeing the country, returns but can't prevent their conviction.

Full Episode S04E22 Recap

### Scene: City Mourns Pizza Rat - People gather to mourn Pizza Rat, a beloved city icon. - Kit and Haley cover the news, mentioning the sadness and the bright candles at the vigil. ### Scene: Jake Peralta and Rosa Diaz's Trial - The news shifts to the upcoming trial of NYPD detectives Jake Peralta and Rosa Diaz. - Accused of bank robberies, they face up to 15 years in prison. - Lieutenant Melanie Hawkins, who arrested them, is hailed as a hero. - Peralta's past misdeeds, including a Criss Angel show incident, are highlighted. ### Scene: Trial Preparation - Jake and Rosa meet their lawyer, Samuel Miller, who outlines the strong case against them. - Their alibis for other robberies are solid, except for March 12th. - Rosa's alibi is unknown, which she hesitantly reveals as attending a "La La Land" sing-along. - The defense's plan includes proving they didn't steal $26 million. ### Scene: Boyle's Stress - Charles Boyle is visibly stressed about the trial, with his hair turning white. - He tries to cope by planning to dye his hair and taking care of himself. ### Scene: Trial Begins - At the trial, witnesses identify Jake and Rosa as the robbers. - Hawkins presents fake evidence linking them to the $26 million. - The jury seems convinced of their guilt. ### Scene: Uncovering a Lead - The team discusses tracing the money to Hawkins. - They plan to hack into the bank's computers to find the source. ### Scene: Meeting the Hacker - Boyle introduces the team to a hacker, Pandemic, at a themed restaurant. - Pandemic agrees to help trace the money's source. ### Scene: Investigating Detective Langdon - Amy and Jake find Matthew Langdon, a former detective who worked with Hawkins. - Langdon initially refuses to help, fearing Hawkins' retaliation. ### Scene: Rosa's Plan to Flee - Rosa prepares to flee the country, giving up her belongings. - She leaves for Argentina, avoiding the trial's outcome. ### Scene: The Hacking Operation - The team continues to work with hackers to trace the money. - Terry's embarrassing past as a catalog model in Japan is revealed. ### Scene: Confronting Langdon Again - Jake and Amy convince Langdon to testify against Hawkins. - Langdon agrees, hoping to reclaim his life. ### Scene: Diaz Returns - Rosa returns, deciding not to flee. - The trial resumes with Langdon as a surprise witness. ### Scene: Langdon Betrays Them - Langdon turns on Jake and Rosa, falsely accusing them of bribing him. - The jury finds Jake and Rosa guilty on all charges. - They face the reality of going to prison.

Frequently Asked Questions

What crime are Jake Peralta and Rosa Diaz accused of?

Jake Peralta and Rosa Diaz are accused of a series of bank robberies.

Who arrested Jake and Rosa?

Lieutenant Melanie Hawkins arrested them.

How long could Jake and Rosa face in prison if convicted?

They could face up to 15 years in prison.

What is the state of Charles Boyle during the trial preparation?

Charles Boyle is extremely stressed, indicated by his hair turning white.

What is Rosa's alibi for March 12th?

Rosa's alibi for March 12th is attending a "La La Land" sing-along.

Who is the defense lawyer for Jake and Rosa?

Samuel Miller is their defense lawyer.

What evidence is presented against Jake and Rosa in court?

Witnesses identify them as robbers, and Hawkins presents fake evidence linking them to stolen money.

What is the team's plan to prove Jake and Rosa's innocence?

The team plans to trace the money back to Lieutenant Hawkins by hacking into bank computers.

Who is Pandemic?

Pandemic is a hacker enlisted to help trace the money's source.

Who is Matthew Langdon?

Matthew Langdon is a former detective who worked with Hawkins and initially refuses to help.

Why does Rosa plan to flee?

Rosa plans to flee to avoid potentially being found guilty and going to jail.

What happens when Langdon testifies in court?

Langdon betrays Jake and Rosa, falsely accusing them of bribing him.

What is the verdict for Jake and Rosa?

Jake and Rosa are found guilty on all charges.

What is Terry's embarrassing past revealed during the hacking operation?

Terry was a catalog model in Japan, posing in questionable fashion.

How does the team react to the guilty verdict?

The team is shocked and faces the reality of Jake and Rosa going to prison.

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