22. The Chopper May 2026

When Amy and Rosa eventually resort to showing the kids "scary" crime scene photos to keep their attention, it highlights the show's ability to take a mundane situation and turn it into something hilariously inappropriate. Why It Matters

Seeing the normally stoic, rule-following Captain embrace the cinematic drama of a helicopter raid is pure joy. It’s a pivotal moment in Holt and Jake's relationship, showing that while Holt is Jake's mentor, Jake is also teaching Holt how to occasionally have a little (very disciplined) fun. The B-Plot: The School Trip from Hell 22. The Chopper

If you ask a Brooklyn Nine-Nine fan to name the moment the show truly hit its stride, you'll hear a lot of votes for the "Halloween Heists" or the "Pontiac Bandit" sagas. But for those of us who love the perfect blend of high-stakes action and workplace absurdity, one episode stands above the rest: When Amy and Rosa eventually resort to showing