Brooklyn Nine-Nine season 6 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
At the Nine-Nine, excitement over a new cold brew machine leads to caffeine-induced time perception issues. Captain Holt grapples with finding a suitable assistant, leading Jake to initiate Operation: Nasty to assist in the search. Concurrently, the precinct tackles office clutter with the radical Norwegian method "Munkensmat." Suspicion arises when Holt's new assistant, Gordon, is suspected of being Commissioner Kelly's spy. A convoluted spy plot unfolds, culminating in Holt outmaneuvering Kelly with secret recordings, resulting in the reopening of the first floor and a halt to Kelly's aggressive policing strategies. Meanwhile, Terry faces a personal dilemma with his lieutenant aspirations, and Amy supports him in pursuing his goal.
Full Episode S06E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main issue at the beginning of the episode?
The Nine-Nine team is overly excited about Charles' new cold brew machine, leading to altered perceptions due to excessive caffeine consumption.
Why does Captain Holt fire his assistant John Urblan?
John Urblan is fired for abbreviating words, which Holt finds unacceptable.
What is Operation: Nasty?
Operation: Nasty (New Assistant Selection Team... You) is Jake's initiative to find a suitable assistant for Captain Holt.
What method does the team initially use to clean the office?
They first try Marie Kondo's method of keeping items that bring joy, but it fails as everyone finds joy in all their items.
What is the Norwegian method "Munkensmat"?
Munkensmat is a radical organizational method where individuals keep only one personal possession and discard the rest.
Who is Gordon Lundt?
Gordon Lundt is Captain Holt's new assistant, initially impressive but later suspected to be a spy for Commissioner Kelly.
What does Jake suspect about Gordon?
Jake suspects Gordon is a spy sent by Commissioner Kelly to gather information on Holt's allies.
What is the outcome of the spy plot with Gordon?
The plan to expose Gordon as a spy using a wire fails, but Holt's backup plan with hidden recordings succeeds.
How does Holt use his recordings against Commissioner Kelly?
Holt uses the recordings to force Kelly to reopen the first floor and stop his vigilant policing methods.
What personal issue does Terry face during the office cleanup?
Terry struggles with discarding a pair of special suspenders linked to his aspirations of becoming a lieutenant.
What resolution is reached regarding the clutter in the office?
The extreme Munkensmat method is abandoned, and personal items are allowed back in the office.
What significant change does Captain Holt achieve by the episode's end?
Holt secures the reopening of the first floor of the precinct and a halt to Commissioner Kelly's vigilant policing.
How does the episode conclude for Jake and Amy?
They plan an evening learning about barrels, reflecting on Holt's earlier museum visit with Gordon.
What support does Amy offer Terry?
Amy encourages Terry to retake the lieutenant's exam and gifts him a new pair of special suspenders.
What is the significance of the barrels in the episode?
Barrels symbolize Holt and Gordon's shared interests and are part of Jake and Amy's evening plans, reflecting the episode's themes of collaboration and intrigue.
