Brooklyn Nine-Nine season 4 episode 9 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In this "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" episode, the team grapples with the night shift and Captain Stentley's incompetence, notably losing a backpack with crucial evidence against drug dealer Flaco. Amid energy-saving measures and Terry's personal struggles with a failed lieutenant's exam, they attempt to recover the backpack. An undercover operation goes awry, but Stentley accidentally captures Flaco, deciding to stay and improve rather than transfer. The episode concludes with Captain Holt's return, bringing the team back to the day shift.

Full Episode S04E09 Recap

### Introduction to the Night Shift - The episode opens with Jake Peralta and Amy Santiago discussing Captain Stentley's incompetence, specifically his loss of a backpack full of evidence related to a drug dealer named Flaco. - Captain Raymond Holt emphasizes their duty as police officers, regardless of their dislike for Captain Stentley. ### The Missing Backpack Dilemma - Captain Stentley reveals he lost a backpack containing crucial evidence, including cocaine and a cell phone potentially leading to Flaco. - Jake and Amy decide to help Stentley recover the backpack, despite an opportunity to undermine him and return to the day shift. ### Energy Saving Measures at the Precinct - Meanwhile, Terry Jeffords introduces new energy-saving measures, including cutting down on laminating and discontinuing the use of space heaters. ### The Search for the Backpack - The team discovers that the backpack was stolen from the precinct by someone linked to Flaco. - They plan to go undercover to connect with Marco Severino, who might lead them to Flaco. ### Undercover Operation - Jake, Amy, and Captain Stentley (C.J.) go undercover to meet Severino, with C.J. staying in a van due to his incompetence. - The operation goes awry when C.J. inadvertently blows their cover, and they fail to get information on Flaco. ### Terry's Personal Struggle - Terry confides in Amy about his failure in the lieutenant's exam, reflecting his insecurities and exhaustion from the night shift. ### The Foot Massage Discovery - Charles Boyle introduces Jake to a 24-hour foot massage parlor, which he claims is the only pleasure of the night shift. - Jake and Charles realize the massage parlor is a front for money laundering. ### Final Operation and Stentley's Accidental Success - The team locates Flaco at a warehouse. During the operation, C.J. accidentally captures Flaco by opening a car door on him. - Despite the accidental success, C.J. decides to stay at the precinct, believing in his ability to improve. ### Resolution - Gina Linetti gives in to Terry's energy-saving campaign after he outmaneuvers her with multiple space heaters. - Captain Holt returns to active duty, taking the team back to the day shift, much to their excitement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Captain Stentley?

Captain Stentley is the current captain of the precinct, known for his incompetence.

What important item did Captain Stentley lose?

He lost a backpack containing cocaine and a cell phone with potential intel on Flaco, a drug dealer.

What is the team's initial reaction to losing the backpack?

They see it as an opportunity to undermine Captain Stentley and return to the day shift.

What energy-saving measures does Terry introduce?

Terry enforces rules to reduce energy usage, including stopping excessive laminating and using space heaters.

Who is Marco Severino in relation to Flaco?

Marco Severino is believed to be connected to Flaco and a potential lead to find him.

How does the undercover operation with Severino go?

The operation fails as Captain Stentley accidentally blows their cover.

What personal issue is Terry dealing with?

Terry is dealing with the disappointment of failing his lieutenant's exam.

What is Charles Boyle's solution to surviving the night shift?

Charles suggests a 24-hour foot massage parlor as a way to cope with the night shift.

What discovery is made about the foot massage parlor?

Jake and Charles discover that the parlor is likely a front for money laundering.

How does Captain Stentley accidentally succeed in the final operation?

He accidentally captures Flaco by opening his car door into him.

What decision does Captain Stentley make after capturing Flaco?

He decides to stay at the precinct, feeling more confident in his abilities.

How does Terry win over Gina in the energy-saving campaign?

Terry overwhelms Gina with multiple space heaters, forcing her to give up her own.

What happens to the precinct at the end of the episode?

Captain Holt returns to active duty, and the team goes back to the day shift.

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