The episode kicks off with Jake Peralta ( Andy Samberg ) injuring himself during a high-speed foot chase. Despite a laundry list of injuries, Jake refuses to take time off. His stubbornness leads to a classic Peralta move: lying to Terry Jeffords ( Terry Crews ) about a "vacation" to Atlantic City, which is actually a cover for a secret investigation into a bike thief known as "The Urban Matador."
Brooklyn Nine-Nine S02E20: "AC/DC" — A Review In the twentieth episode of Brooklyn Nine-Nine's second season, titled , the precinct deals with the fallout of Jake Peralta’s inability to sit still. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a workaholic detective meets a literal wall (or a car windshield), this episode delivers the hilarious, painful answer. Jake’s "Atlantic City" Disaster [S2E20] AC/DC
While Jake is busy aggravating his injuries, Captain Holt ( Andre Braugher ) and Rosa Diaz (Stephanie Beatriz) find themselves in a nightmare scenario: a double date with their respective partners, Marcus and Kevin. The episode kicks off with Jake Peralta (
Even in smaller subplots, the "office slugs" shine, with Hitchcock delivering some of the night's most unexpected one-liners. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a
Jake’s refusal to rest is perfectly in character, showcasing his drive often masks a deep-seated need for validation through work.
This episode cements the unique bond between the Captain and Rosa, grounded in their mutual love for efficiency and hatred of emotional vulnerability.