[s2e20] Ac/dc Apr 2026

Jake’s refusal to rest is perfectly in character, showcasing his drive often masks a deep-seated need for validation through work.

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." [S2E20] AC/DC

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 Jake’s refusal to rest is perfectly in character,

The humor here stems from Jake’s physical comedy—watching him struggle to perform basic tasks while "internalizing" his pain (leading to the iconic line: "The bleeding is all internal. That's where blood's supposed to be." ) is a highlight of the season. The Most Awkward Double Date His stubbornness leads to a classic Peralta move:

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