Thanks to a cushy post-Super Bowl spot, Fox’s freshman comedy “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” got a huge boost Sunday night, with nearly 15 million viewers tuning in. It also averaged a robust 6.7 rating in the adults 18-49 demo so important to advertisers.
But will the recent Golden Globes-winning show be able to get any of those viewers to tune in for its regular night this Tuesday? It should — this show is pretty darn great.
Here are nine reasons you should be watching:
Chelsea Peretti is a comedic gem
It’s simply fact that Peretti, who plays the office secretary Gina Linetti, is the highlight of every episode. Her dry wit is unparalleled, and she’s the master of the dig.
Also, can we talk about the graceful elegance of this dance?
Andy Samberg does not do his obnoxious impressions
If you thought Samberg’s yell-y man-child shtick on “Saturday Night Live” was pretty much the worst, you’re not alone. But on “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” he’s far more toned down, seemingly having learned the word “subtle.”
There’s so many characters to like
With seven all-stars, something’s gotta stick.
Andre Braugher plays a gay man without any of the cliches
Unlike many-a-sitcom that has relegated its token gay character to sassy one-liners and sexual innuendos, Braugher’s stern humor has nothing to do with who he sleeps with.
There’s a beautiful romance that should probably never happen
Sorry, Jim and Pam (from “The Office”), you’ve got nothing on this awkward duo.
The cast is refreshingly diverse
It’s crazy that this is still a problem with so many shows on TV, so props where props are due.
Hilarious person Patton Oswalt occasionally stops by to play the worst fireman ever.
More, please.
Andy Samberg is like a weird, post-modern sex symbol
We can’t explain it. Some urges just happen, even if you don’t want them to.
Terry Crews is a good ol’ fashioned sex symbol
Six feet and three inches of man beef.