Brooklyn Nine-Nine: Season 5
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Season 5 continues the overarching saga across twenty-two episodes. The series is an American television sitcom set in a police environment, following the lives of an eclectic group of detectives in a police precinct on the very edge of New York City. In this workplace, everyone does whatever they want because they have a carefree captain. The show follows the law without the order, capturing the e
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series follows an eclectic group of detectives in a police precinct on the very edge of New York City.
- The precinct is characterized by a carefree captain who allows everyone to do whatever they want.
- The show operates under the premise of law without the order in a single-camera ensemble comedy format.
- The narrative is part of an ongoing television sitcom set in a police environment.
Season overview
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Season 5 continues the overarching saga across twenty-two episodes. The series is an American television sitcom set in a police environment, following the lives of an eclectic group of detectives in a police precinct on the very edge of New York City. In this workplace, everyone does whatever they want because they have a carefree captain. The show follows the law without the order, capturing the ensemble comedy of these characters working in their precinct. The narrative arc spans twenty-two episodes as part of the ongoing television series running from 2013 to 2021, featuring characters who navigate their daily police work and interactions under the leadership of their initially carefree captain, while maintaining the comedic and crime-based ensemble format established in earlier seasons.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
The Big House (1)
Sep 26, 2017
Stuck behind bars, Jake lands in trouble over some delicious contraband. Fellow inmate Rosa keeps Holt and Terry busy with a never-ending to-do list.
The Big House (2)
Oct 3, 2017
As the squad looks for ways to implicate the corrupt Lt. Hawkins, Jake puts his detective skills to work with help from his affable cannibal cellmate.
Kicks
Oct 10, 2017
Freed from prison and back on duty, Jake hunts for a sneaker thief under Holt's watchful eye. Meanwhile, Rosa suspects Pimento of infidelity.
HalloVeen
Oct 17, 2017
Jake pulls off a major surprise during the squad's annual Halloween heist, a cutthroat competition to claim the coveted title of Amazing Human/Genius.
Bad Beat
Nov 7, 2017
An undercover operation brings out Holt's inner gambler. Rosa tries to out-laze Hitchcock and Scully. Charles buys a food truck with an unsavory past.
The Venue
Nov 14, 2017
Nemeses plague the squad, as Jake and Amy's big day gets derailed by the Vulture, and Charles must find his missing equine foe, Sgt. Peanut Butter.
Two Turkeys
Nov 21, 2017
On Thanksgiving, alcohol provides a temporary fix to Jake and Amy's parental problems, and a pilfered pie awakens the ruthless interrogator in Holt.
Return to Skyfire
Nov 28, 2017
Jake and Terry go undercover at a costume-packed fan convention when their favorite fantasy author reports his much-anticipated manuscript stolen.
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Dec 5, 2017
After missing their flight home from a funeral in LA, Jake and the squad scramble to get Holt back to New York in time for a big interview.
Game Night
Dec 12, 2017
Intensely private Rosa shares personal news with the team but wants Jake's help to tell her parents. Cyber Crimes steals the Nine-Nine's bandwidth.
The Favor
Dec 12, 2017
Crime boss Seamus Murphy resurfaces to claim his promised favor from Holt, so Jake and Charles befriend the Murphy family's Fredo to get information.
Safe House
Mar 18, 2018
After a threat from Murphy, Holt stashes husband Kevin in a safe house with Jake. Rosa goes undercover at a salon. Scully reveals an actual skill.
The Negotiation
Mar 25, 2018
Tapped to negotiate a hostage situation, Jake realizes the perp is someone he knows. Meanwhile, tensions flare inside Charles's meatball food truck.
The Box
Apr 1, 2018
As Jake begins an intense interrogation of a wily dentist suspected of murder, an opera-bound Holt jumps in to assist. Sterling K. Brown guest-stars.
The Puzzle Master
Apr 8, 2018
Jake brings Amy in on an arson case connected to her celebrity crush, a crossword puzzle author. The Nine-Nine gets a sweet new detective car.
NutriBoom
Apr 15, 2018
After realizing they were suckered into a pyramid scheme, Jake and Charles try to take down the cultish group. Amy deals with an overeager officer.
DFW
Apr 15, 2018
Jake's attempt to connect with his half sister goes off the rails. Terry tries and fails to show his flexibility. Gina sets Rosa up on a blind date.
Gray Star Mutual
Apr 22, 2018
A familiar face pops up when disaster strikes Charles's food truck. Rosa offers to help Amy pick out a wedding gown. Holt sets up a Twitter account.
Bachelor/ette Party
Apr 29, 2018
Charles's convoluted bachelor party plans frustrate Jake, Terry and Holt. At her bachelorette bash, Amy plays a revealing game of "Never Have I Ever."
Show Me Going
May 6, 2018
An anxious Nine-Nine awaits news on Rosa after she enters an active shooter situation. Amy and Gina distract themselves by taking on a plumbing issue.
White Whale
May 13, 2018
As Rosa and Amy hunt a criminal who escaped their clutches years ago, Jake takes over wedding prep. Holt faces off with his rival for commissioner.
Jake & Amy
May 20, 2018
When Jake and Amy suffer a wedding day crisis, the Nine-Nine attempts to salvage the nuptials. Holt receives news on his bid for the commissioner job.