Brooklyn Nine-Nine

During an investigation, Holt and Peralta both catch mumps. They choose to quarantine together, hoping to use the isolation period to continue working on the case, and by staying together they aim to maximise their limited time and maintain momentum on the investigation.

"9 Days" is a programme presented as an episode within the series’ broader run. It falls under the episode genre, offering a self‑contained story that fits within the larger format of the show. The episode’s structure follows the usual pacing and style expected from the series, delivering a concise narrative that focuses on a specific investigative scenario. In this particular installment, detectives Holt and Peralta find themselves both struck with mumps while they’re in the middle of an investigation. Rather than abandoning the case, they choose to isolate themselves together, opting for a shared quarantine. Their plan is to turn the forced confinement into productive time, hoping that the close quarters will allow them to keep working on the clues and ultimately crack the case. The decision to quarantine side‑by‑side reflects their determination to stay on the trail despite the illness. By staying together, they aim to maintain momentum, using every minute of isolation to sift through evidence and discuss leads. Their collaborative approach during the quarantine underscores a commitment to solving the mystery, even when circumstances are less than ideal.