Bullseye with Jesse Thorn Brooklyn Nine-Nine co-creator Dan Goor
Mar 31, 2020
Dan Goor, co-creator of Brooklyn Nine-Nine, dives into the show's unique blend of comedy and heartfelt storytelling. He discusses how the series subverts traditional police dramas with warmth and humor. From tackling real-world issues like racial profiling in the 'Moo Moo' episode to the process of blending different episode types, Dan shares insights on the show's creative direction. He reflects on his journey from Conan to Parks and Recreation and the importance of diverse voices in storytelling.
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Genre Blend Creates Instant Comfort
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine blends police procedural language with sitcom structure to make the world immediately familiar to viewers.
- Dan Goor says that mixing cop-TV vocabulary with office comedy gives instant context and comfort.
Three-Thread Episode Structure
- The show structures episodes around three types: crime-driven, office-driven, and relationship-driven plots.
- Goor aims to include elements of all three in each episode to keep balance and variety.
Badge Prop Error Caught By Consultants
- Early police consultants flagged that Terry's badge didn't match his rank and fans noticed the prop error.
- The props team changed the badge after the consultant pointed it out, despite initial embarrassment.
