The episode was written by co-producer Lamar Woods and Jeff Topolski and directed by Gail Mancuso.
In this episode, Doug Judy is arrested for his crimes in another state and Jake agrees to transfer him to the prison so they can have one last fun time together before his incarceration.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.90 million household viewers and gained a 0.4 ratings share among adults aged 18–49.
However, Boyle (Joe Lo Truglio) arrives and tells Jake that he shouldn't trust Judy as he will probably try to escape, and in order to avoid any connection to the Pontiac, has them travel with him in his RV.
However, Jake reveals that he only played the contest in order to buy time as he texted Holt (Andre Braugher) about their location.
In August 2021, it was announced that the fifth episode of the season would be titled "PB & J" and that Lamar Woods and Jeff Topolski would serve as writers while Gail Mancuso would direct.
[1] According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.90 million household viewers and gained a 0.4 ratings share among adults aged 18–49.
Robinson and Samberg share a simpatico energy (not to mention similar musical prowess), so even as their episodes became more predictable or outlandish, their exchanges tended to ground their adventures in a buoyant sensibility.
It's just entertaining enough because the characters are still so very likable, but it's less of a victory lap and more of the final leg of a marathon — a little tired after all this time.