Brooklyn Nine-Nine - Det. Dave Majors - Review

Jake is a good detective. In fact, he’s a great detective (according to himself). But in “Det. Dave Majors,” Jake’s detective skills get in the way of his long-desired possible romance with Amy.

Jake and Amy get assigned to work with the titular Majors from the 9-3 on a case, because they both worship him and Holt doesn’t really feel like arguing with either of them. They’ve both got their smooth moves to impress him (Jake has numerous sunglass-related poses, and Amy’s got a mean notebook flip), and Majors is super chill and not bothered by their weird behaviors. In fact, he invites Jake to a speakeasy called The Keyhole, because he’s just that cool. Unfortunately, it’s at The Keyhole that he asks Jake about the “deal” with him and Amy, and reveals that he wants to ask Amy out after the case is over.

True to form, Jake realizes that he’s still got feelings for Amy when Majors threatens the relationship that Jake still longs to be in. So of course Jake rushes to try and ask Amy out before the case is over, but he solves it too quickly to allow himself the chance. Although Jake at the start of the episode would have been thrilled to show off his detective prowess to über-cool Majors, his victory becomes his defeat as Amy and Majors head to the speakeasy. Luckily for Jake, even though Amy does the double-tuck (you know, the classic Amy move signaling attraction, involving simultaneously tucking hair behind both her ears), she’s not interested in Majors.

Unluckily for Jake, it turns out that Amy’s got a new rule: no dating cops. Which, while an obvious stumbling block to Jake/Amy’s potential relationship, is also a relatively sensible rule. Because if Jake and Amy do ever get together (and it seems as though there will be some forward motion on that front by the end of the season), it would probably be uncomfortable in the precinct when they inevitably break up. But even the detective’s new rule can’t keep her from a wistful double-tuck as Jake dejectedly leaves the break room.

Even though this seemingly inevitable romance/hook-up will probably end (at least once) if it ever gets off the ground, Rosa is apparently all for it. Or at least just wants to put an end to the angst. As the only Nine-Niner in a successful dating relationship (as opposed to Sarge and Holt who are married), Rosa tries to help Jake out with his romantic woes. In true Rosa fashion, she encourages him to act, and be direct. To Jake’s credit he does try to follow her advice and be upfront with Amy, but when Major’s attempt goes sour and he tries again, she hits him with the “no cops” rule. And instead of pressing the matter, he respects her stance and walks off.

Now it may sound as if I’m against Amy and Jake getting together -- I am not. But knowing how complicated television office relationships can get, I’m bracing for the angst to be replaced with awkwardness. I’m rooting for the show to go there, while wishing Amy and Jake all the luck in TV world that they can make it through their narrative hurdles, even now being maneuvered into place.

In the midst of all the Amy/Jake drama (and the major case they’re working on), Terry considers taking a job at a security firm. Gina and Boyle do their best to convince him to stay, even plying him with homemade lavender infused yogurt and doing all his paperwork. Holt tries a different, sneakier, method, by forcing the Sarge to digitize his old files, and therefore remember all the good that he does in the Nine-Nine. Luckily the Captain’s seemingly cold-hearted response to Sarge’s potential move pays off and he decides to stay.

Another solid cold open for B99 too, with the whole precinct refusing to tease Rosa for wearing pink. Instead they just tease Boyle just imagining that he’s wearing pink. Oh Boyle, you did bring it up…

Overall, a fun episode, and a little more action on the Jake/Amy front for all those patient viewers. Although the “I won’t date cops” rule feels a little bit like one of those manufactured “Our boss said we can’t date” roadblocks, I can reassure you all that it’s not the end of the story -- I’ll have some teases for the next two episodes up soon! Until then, Nine-Niners.

About the Author - Kimberly

Kimberly is a big TV nerd - willing to talk any show, any time. Her tastes are various and sundry, but she’s got a soft spot for comedy. She currently writes the SpoilerTV reviews for Parks and Recreation, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and About a Boy.

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