10 Best TV Christmas Specials To Watch On Netflix

1. Brooklyn Nine-Nine - Yippie Kayak

Brooklyn Nine Nine Charles Boyle Yippie Kayak
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Does this Brooklyn Nine-Nine episode finally settle the Die Hard Christmas movie debate? Maybe. Is it one of the funniest Brooklyn Nine-Nine episodes of all time? Absolutely.

Aired in December 2015, the tenth episode of Season Three saw the 99th precinct caught up in a hostage situation in a supermarket. This episode features great performances by the cast, as per usual, but it is hands down the funniest Boyle episode in all seven seasons (Season 8 to be released in 2021).

The plot: Whilst out doing some Christmas shopping, Jake, Boyle and Gina are caught up in a real "Die Hard" situation when a group of thugs seize hostages at the mall. For Jake, it's a dream come true as it's finally his chance to act out his fantasy of being John McClane. Meanwhile, Terry and the Vulture try and coordinate a plan despite their distain for one another.

Why it's awesome: Sure, the Gina flamethrower is hilarious, but all the credit goes to Charles Boyle in this one. After knocking out a number of thugs and hiding out in the vents, Boyle then bursts out, apprehends the boss and yells "Yippe kayak, other buckets!" - hilariously misquoting McClane's famous line.

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