The Good Cop (2018) s01e04 Episode Script

Will the Good Cop Bowl 300?

Yeah, alright.
That's alright.
That's good.
Let's go.
Let's go.
Let's go.
Come on now.
There you are.
Thank you.
Hey What's up, Joey? Detective Vasquez.
- You staying out of trouble? - Mr.
Clean, that's me.
Good luck tonight.
I'm pulling for you guys.
Yeah.
Third place, kind of crazy, right? Look at Big Tony.
Come on.
Hey.
Pay attention.
Our fearless Captain.
He'd kill his mother for that trophy.
I wouldn't put it past him.
- No one's going to win that one.
- That's the idea.
I like that little guy.
It's kind of special.
This is our chance Cora, come over here.
Alright.
Listen up, guys.
I've been wearing this shirt for 17 years.
Not consecutively.
Yes, that's true.
Thank you.
But even when I was upstate on "my little sabbatical," I was dreaming of this moment.
What are you doing? What is that? - A toy.
- He started a toy company.
Is it a toy that can walk down the alley - and knock over some pins? - No.
Then it can't help us, can it? People, please we have to focus.
We're so close to the finals I can taste it.
it's only a game, Mr.
Caruso.
You see that? That right there is crazy talk.
I wish you people could hear yourselves sometimes.
I need a drink.
That's our guy.
Come on, now.
Put it in there.
That looks good.
What did you do your old lady for? How much? A million? Two million? Here we go.
Looking again.
Fifteen minutes of drinking beer, ten seconds of physical activity, greatest game ever invented.
Come on, baby, let's go now.
Concentrate - There you go.
Oh Yeah! - That might be the best ball of the night.
Pick that up.
Stop celebrating and start focusing.
Here we go.
Hey What the hell is that? Not cool, man.
Caruso, thank you for coming.
Of course.
You okay? Still trying to wrap my head around it.
He's back here.
His name is Joey Wingate.
He worked here.
Did the odd jobs You know, shoe rentals, cleanup Did you know him? I was his PO for three years.
I got him the job.
They found him back behind the pins.
One round point-blank, it was a 9mm.
A quarter.
Lucky you.
Look, the ME's ruling suicide, but I don't see it.
Maybe I don't want to see it, really.
Did somebody lose a quarter? Anyone? Frankie, did you drop a quarter? Caruso, it's a quarter.
Forget about the quarter.
Just keep it.
Keep it? That's what people do, I mean, normal people.
Look, I was talking to Hello? Joey.
I was talking to Joey about an hour ago.
He was filling with claw machine.
He was fine.
- I'm going to leave it at the front desk.
- Wait a minute.
Let me look at that.
You know what? It's my quarter, I remember now.
Must have dropped it over there.
Thank you.
- What do you think? - Self-inflicted.
That's where I'm leaning.
Gunshot residue on the glove, position of the body He had another pair of gloves in his pocket.
The guy had two pair of gloves.
One for work and one for killing himself? And where are his keys? - What keys? - I talked to him an hour ago.
He was wearing a big keyring.
We're going to need a little more time.
Alright, I'll leave these blank for now.
Buy you another day But this counts as a birthday gift.
- What are you doing tonight? - What's today, Monday? - Laundry.
- No, it's Tuesday.
- Laundry.
- No, you're not.
You're coming with me.
We're going to Joey's apartment.
No, Cora you can't.
It's not an official homicide.
- You need a warrant.
- I'm two steps ahead of you.
His niece owns the building.
I already talked to her.
She's letting us in.
Nice and legal.
It's dark out there, better bring your halo.
"Bring your halo " That is funny.
Thank you.
Looks like a real apartment.
Only smaller and crappier.
A little respect.
He's not even cold yet.
He was a reader.
True Crimes.
I don't see a note.
They don't always leave one.
In fact, they rarely do.
Caruso.
Someone must have been here.
They were looking for something.
- How do you figure? - He loved his mother.
He was obsessed with her.
He'd never leave her picture like this.
Maybe.
And look at this Pants pockets? Whatever they were looking for must have been small.
Maybe.
Would you stop saying "Maybe"? You're driving me nuts.
How'd they get in? - All the windows were locked.
- They had a key, remember? Maybe.
- It's not personal.
- The hell, it isn't.
"After thorough review, our initial findings are unchanged.
" They're still ruling it a suicide.
They didn't even read my report.
It's been ever, thus.
They're just worried about their clearance rate.
Now, at least we can move on, and get back to what's really important.
Winning the semi-finals on Friday night.
We've got to keep the pressure on.
We've got to make those early frames count.
Tony, we're not talking about bowling now.
Joey Wingate was my first client.
I promised him I would take care of him.
- So it's a maternal thing.
- It's not a maternal thing.
It's a justice thing.
I'd do the same thing for any one of you, even him.
Well, thank you.
Hey, look.
I didn't know the guy.
I'd seen him around.
I'd seen him cleaning the men's room.
Obviously, he loved the game.
He loved bowling.
And I think the best way to honor his memory would be to go out and win those semi-finals on Friday night.
How about we honor his memory by finding the son of a bitch who killed him? That could work too.
I have been studying the surveillance footage from the alley, Nobody entered or exited the building during the tournament.
- So, the shooter was on one of the teams? - Or he works there.
- What are you proposing? - An unsanctioned mission.
There's no such thing.
There is now.
I say we keep bowling twice a week, like we normally do.
- I love this plan, we keep bowling.
- There's only one change.
- TJ's on the team.
- Excuse me? - No! - Yes.
I need you there.
In the tournament.
You're the best investigator we've got.
Time.
Bad idea.
- Very bad.
- TJ No offense.
You suck.
He's not an athlete.
He doesn't have any coordination.
He still can't ride a bike.
- That's true.
- It doesn't matter.
It's not about winning.
Wait a minute.
We are in the semi-finals.
We can see the promised land after 17 years.
And anyway, it's a four man roster.
That's a league rule.
You can't just add another bowler.
- He's taking his place.
Ryan you're out.
- Okay.
What do you mean, okay? I'd rather work on this, anyway.
The toy fair is coming up in five weeks.
- Oh, the toy fair.
- Have you ever bowled in your life? When I was ten, for a birthday party.
I'll call the alley, tell them to put the bumpers back on.
That's what's wrong with this country in a nutshell.
You know? I'm supposed to apologize for wanting to win.
Let me tell you something.
I refuse to apologize.
You with me? Absolutely, Mister C.
I mean, after all Cora's friend Winston - Wingate.
- Wingate.
Whatever He's gone.
The man is dead.
Nothing's going to change that.
The only thing we can change is who's going to bring home that trophy Friday night.
And it sure as hell ain't going to be us with my verkakte son in the lineup.
What is that thing? I call it Orbo.
It's a remote-controlled ball.
- Orbo? - Yeah.
- You want to invest? - Maybe.
It all depends.
On what? The color? We can change the color.
I don't care about the color.
How big can you make it? How should I know why he killed himself? You knew him better than me.
- Was Joey worried about money? - Probably.
You know someone who isn't? That's a good point.
Hello baby.
How are you? - Where's your remote? - It's here.
Good.
Mr.
Caruso, I'm sorry.
I don't think I can go through with this.
It's not fair to the other bowlers.
Ryan we talked about this.
This is not really cheating.
We're trying to build up his confidence.
TJ's never bowled before.
It's like training wheels.
- I don't know.
- Remember, this is not just a game.
This is also a homicide investigation.
We lose tonight, that's it.
We're eliminated.
We have to go home.
But, he doesn't even know what we're doing.
Of course he doesn't know.
Have you met my son? He'd have an aneurysm if he thought he was cheating.
Even though he's not.
He's not cheating.
- Training wheels.
- That a boy.
Alright.
Okay.
See you.
Terrible thing about Joey Wingate.
Were you working that night? - Do I know you? - No, it's my first time here.
No, I told a lie.
I was here when I was ten for a birthday party.
Anyway, we were just over there, my friends and I, and we were talking about Joey, so I was curious I don't have time for curious.
It's League Night.
Right, but I was just wondering if that night you saw anything unusual There was blood on the bowling balls.
I would call that unusual.
What are you drinking? I don't drink.
Okay.
I think we're done here.
Anthony! You're up.
Come on.
Excuse me.
Excuse me.
- What are you doing? - I got a ball.
Don't use that.
- Why? - Because I bought you a ball.
Custom made.
Fifteen pounds.
It's perfect.
- "Big Bad Wolf.
" - You don't like it? - I don't think I can live up to it.
- Let's see what happens.
Wowwww! That is one hell of a hook.
The kid's a natural.
Wait a minute.
Where you going? Are you crying? I can't do this.
It's so wrong.
- It's just wrong.
- I feel awful too.
I'm sick about it.
But we can't stop now.
If he starts rolling gutter balls now, how would that look? People would start asking questions, maybe examine that ball.
And remember, this is the Brooklyn Bowling Association.
They don't mess around.
I mean, they'd never believe Junior wasn't in on it.
They'd break his thumbs, maybe worse.
You can't stop now.
We're in too deep.
We're in too deep.
- Alright.
- Yeah.
- Go back.
- Okay.
Come on, baby, show them how it's done.
- Come on, baby.
- Come on, son.
Oh, yeah.
Come on, TJ.
The big bad wolf! I've been bowling my whole life, never got close to 240.
You might be over-thinking your stroke.
I'll come by a little later and - give you a few pointers.
- That would be great.
- We can hit Farrell's after.
- Grab a couple beers.
Or ginger ale.
Whatever.
Yeah, I would I'd like that.
We'll just hang out.
No biggie.
Just the guys.
Oh, my God.
Are you okay? I'm fine.
You know, I'm still mad at myself about that third frame.
I really let at 3:10 split just - getaway.
- Yeah, you had one hell of a game.
Talk about beginner's luck.
That wasn't luck.
I don't know what the hell that was.
He had one shot, Frame Eight.
The ball was in the gutter.
In the damn gutter.
It hopped out of the gutter and made the spare.
It was like a religious experience.
It's all in the topspin.
Well, let's keep our eye on the prize here.
Are you referring, by chance, to the BBA tournament trophy? No, I'm referring to the guy who shot my friend, Joey Wingate, in the skull.
Listen up.
Joey did a three-year stint for mail fraud.
He was selling non-existent condos to little old ladies.
One of them was a widow from Rochester, Francine Carruthers.
Her nephew is in the league.
Bowling for Coronet Realty.
Nephew? That's thin.
- I know it's thin, but it's all we've got.
- I do hope you're wrong, Cora.
I'd hate to think a fellow bowler, a denizen of the lanes, could do such a thing.
Frankly, it reflects badly on all of us.
Come on.
Come on, now.
I think you're ready, Anthony.
Could you just roll the ball? Oh, yeah.
Ooooooooooooooooh Yeah! Look at him! Aunt Francine? I haven't seen her since my confirmation.
- She didn't even come to my wedding.
- So you have no idea Joey ripped her off? No, ma'am.
It's the first I'm hearing of it.
So, where were you when he was killed? I was standing right there.
Hold on.
I can prove it.
That's the gunshot.
- I'd like a copy of that, if I could.
- Excuse me.
Whatever this is, can it wait? This game's do or die for us.
I was just leaving.
I'm Detective Vasquez.
Just asking some questions about Joey Wingate.
What kind of questions? It was a suicide, right? That's what everybody says.
We still have to do the paperwork.
Just a formality.
I don't understand, are you bowling or working? A little of both, I guess.
I don't believe we've met.
Lionel Sykes.
Lenny to my friends.
So you're the captain of the team? Congratulations, you guys have had a hell of a season.
We thought so too, until Cinderella showed up out of nowhere.
- What's his secret? - Clean living.
If that's the case, it's too late for me.
Let's go.
Come on, son.
Is he the guy? It's a dead end.
His alibi is airtight.
- That's a first.
- How's the rookie of the year doing? - I think he just ran out of luck.
- Come on, get some of it.
My world makes no sense.
Big Bad Wolf! That's the way.
There's one.
There it is! That was pretty good.
Let's go.
Come on, T.
Wiggle it out.
What kind of wolf is it? A bad wolf.
Yeah, that's good.
Farrell's, to win.
Betting on your own team? Why? You know something we don't? Just feeling lucky.
- You ever get that feeling? - Bubala, I'm a bookie.
I can't afford to feel lucky.
Farrell's to win.
- Caruso - Not a good time, Cora.
I know how Joey got the gun.
My friend at Verizon finally coughed up his phone records.
Do you remember Nolan Zander? Handguns 'R Us? Joey called them four times last month.
Cora He hangs out at the gym on Barrister Street.
He's probably there right now.
Cora, I guess you have not noticed, I have a perfect game going.
Whooooo's ready for The Wolf? Get your marshmallows, because I am on fire.
Go get it, baby.
Come to Papa, heel.
Heel.
Tony Sr.
laughing I can't believe it.
Dad.
Okay, let's go.
Wolf, wolf! Yeah.
Wolf, wolf, wolf! Thank you very much.
Sure, you can take a selfie.
- Stay in school.
- Smile! Don't do drugs.
Thank you, ladies.
Thank you so much.
I'm only one man.
Please.
Thank you, ladies.
Ginger ale? with a straw? - How did you know? - I've been paying attention.
It's kind of hard not to.
Would you like an autograph? I think I might need more than an autograph.
Hey.
Hey.
What's this? It's a trophy case.
Where's it going to go? Right here.
I want it to be the first thing you see when you walk downstairs.
The first thing I see I want you to be proud of me.
I know how disappointed you were that I never played sports.
- You don't think I was proud of you? - Dad, come on.
Do you remember when I quit Little League? You made me put my arm in a cast, so you could tell people I got hurt.
You took it off, I remember that.
Eleven years old, you wouldn't play along.
There'll be plenty of trophies now.
It's like that movie Pinocchio, you know? That's how I feel.
"Like a real boy.
" What's this? I bought a second one, you know for next year.
Yeah.
Don't you think it's fascinating? He went his whole life.
He had a gift, a gift for bowling and never knew it.
Maybe I could play the bassoon.
Maybe I'm the world's greatest bassoonist, but I just don't know it.
I just don't recognize him anymore.
Who's that? TJ.
He used to be a little tightly-wound, but he was the real thing.
The last honest man.
Now it's all about how tight the lane is, and, "Where am I gonna put all my trophies?" And, "Did you see how that last ball hooked? And "You'll never bowl as good as me, because bowling like I bowl, it can't be taught.
" It's instinctive.
Like playing the bassoon.
It can't be taught.
He's become so self-centered and awful, I could almost picture myself dating him.
So go out with him.
I don't go out with people I would go out with.
Those days are over.
There he is.
- There he is.
- Yes.
Should we pick him up now? No, I want to see where he lives.
Something I've got to tell you, like a heads up What's that? I don't run.
You don't run.
What does that mean? Just so you know, if he takes off - What's that, like, your policy? - Exactly.
- What if he's getting away? - We get him tomorrow.
Or we get somebody else.
There's always somebody else.
What kind of cop are you? Tired.
Good luck.
Zander.
Stop! We got him.
Recognize this? Wasn't just the phone calls.
Joey had a box of shells in his pocket with your prints on it.
You've got to wipe the prints off the box, man.
- That's gun dealing 101.
- Nolan, look at me.
Hi.
Rudy Ferranta in the DA's office has a shovel in his hands.
He wants to bury you.
You sold this piece.
You sold it to Joey Wingate.
He said he needed it.
- For protection.
- Protection from who? He didn't say.
He said he found something.
- He was scared.
- Found something? - Money? - He didn't say.
All I know is he said he found something.
Something.
Said it was like winning the lottery.
I want Caruso to hear this.
Don't go anywhere.
Hey, where is Caruso? He left about 20 minutes ago.
He left? He said he was following his bliss.
He was acting all strange.
He hugged me.
No.
Wait what? I'm quitting the force.
I'm going to become a professional bowler, full-time.
Hold on.
Let's hold on here a minute.
Tap the brakes.
Who else have you told about this? - Nobody.
- Then it's not official.
I'm gonna wait until I win the tournament tomorrow, but my mind's made up.
No, it's not.
- Yes, it is.
- No it's not.
- There are factors to consider here.
- Like what? Factors.
We have factors.
Son, you've worked so hard to get to where you are.
I mean, you're the lead investigator on the All-City Homicide task force.
There are ten other detectives that can do my job.
- I work with two of them.
- That is not true.
You have the best clearance rate in the city.
You have a gift.
Dad, this is my gift.
Okay? Bowling is my gift.
I'll be honest with you, I don't even know how I do it.
It's like Divine intervention.
That's my only explanation.
- Oh, my God.
- When I'm on the line the ball is in my hand I feel it.
I am His instrument.
- Oh, my gosh.
- Are you okay? I need a minute.
I need a minute to think.
I've got a big decision to make.
It's not your decision, Dad.
In a way it is.
It's what Mom would have wanted.
Right? Find your bliss.
Follow it.
Alright.
Look I've got to tell you something.
There's a reason you can't be a professional bowler.
I know what you're going to say.
It's my pension, right? - I'd be throwing it all away.
- There is that.
Well, Dad you can relax.
Okay? I've done my homework.
I'm bowling 285 a game.
That's my average.
I keep that pace up I'll see two million dollar my first season of the circuit.
- Two million? - More if you include endorsements.
We're going to need a good accountant.
In other words, the government takes half your money.
- I've got a guy, let me call him.
- You can't use your guy.
- Why not? - We're not using your guy.
- Did you sleep here? - Yeah, I guess I did.
Tough night? You need a ride home? I'm good.
What do you think? We've got reporters coming from miles around.
Everybody wants to see your boy.
You must be excited, too.
Me? You're his number one fan.
Same seat every day.
You can't take your eyes off him.
His biggest fan? Oh, my God.
After today, you'll probably be farting through silk.
I heard he's going pro.
Big national tour.
Thirty-seven states.
- Not without me he's not.
- Are you his good luck charm? I need a bigger wrench for this.
Look in that box, will you? It's locked.
That was Joey's box.
Why in hell would he lock it? Good work, Detective.
You cracked the case.
We know this guy.
Yeah, that's Lionel Sykes.
He's in the tournament.
He bowls for Coronet Realty.
I knew there was something hinky about him.
What the heck? This is gross.
Did he do that? Cops in Philly thought so, but they couldn't prove it.
There's no physical evidence.
Joey was a true crime fanatic.
He must have read about the case and then recognized Sykes.
So, he recognized him? Yeah, you're right.
There had to be something more.
Joey had to have found something.
A piece of evidence tying Sykes to his wife's murder.
Then, knowing Joey, he must have tried to shake him down.
That old fool.
At least we know where to find him.
He's bowling against us in the finals tomorrow night.
Sudden death.
Sudden death, that's appropriate.
Should we tell the lieutenant? I just did.
What did he say? He said right now the only case he's interested in is his new trophy case.
Welcome to this, the finals of the BBA Championship.
Tonight Farrell's Bar taking on the defending champs from Coronet Realty.
Let's meet the team captains.
Gentlemen Tony Caruso, AKA Big Tony to his friends, of which I'd like to think that I'm one.
And of course, we've got Lionel Sykes from Coronet Realty.
Tony, the big story tonight your son, Tony Junior, joining the team just three short weeks ago, as a replacement bowler, and like the proverbial bat out of hell, has dominated, ever since, propelling this team almost single-handedly to the championship match tonight.
What do you think? All I can say is he's a good boy and I couldn't be prouder of him.
Did you take him bowling as a kid, or No, not really.
Maybe he picked it up while you were in prison.
Yeah, maybe he did.
The trash-talking has begun.
Our first frame in this winner-take-all tournament, is coming up next.
Guys, huddle up.
Let's go.
Alright, listen This is my last game as an amateur.
I do not want to go home a loser.
So, let's get out there, let's focus Let's take it to the basics.
Loomis, you're still releasing soon, that's why you've been hooking.
Cora a little tentative on that line.
It's a slick alley, you can amp it up a bit.
Cora? What did I just say? You said you used to have your priorities straight, but now you're a bit of a jerk.
I know you guys think this is funny, but This championship means a lot to my father and it means a lot to me.
I'll be honest with you guys.
My back hurts from carrying this team.
Say that again.
You heard me.
Your back hurts from carrying What was it? From carrying this team.
I'm done here.
Nice talk.
Thanks.
There you are.
I was getting worried.
- How are you feeling? - Bad.
That's just your conscience.
Don't worry, it'll pass.
Great news.
I talked to Junior.
He said you can go with him on tour - as his ball boy.
- What's that? It's like a caddie, except for bowling.
I already have a job.
I took care of that.
I called the department.
- You're on paternity leave.
- What? Yeah, you know that nice Asian girl who works at Petsmart on Temple Street? - No.
- Well, you knocked her up.
Have you ever heard of Lance Armstrong, Mr.
Caruso? Ryan, how many roommates do you have? - Three.
- Three roommates and a student loan the size of Delaware.
Listen to me, I'm going to be handling all of TJ's merchandising.
And I'm going to put some side bets down, of which you are entitled to half.
You're going to walk away with maybe $50,000.
Some things in life are more important than money.
Yeah, that's true, but those things cost money.
It's not there.
Excuse me? Whatever you're looking for, it's not there.
I've checked.
I thought I left my phone.
You're not looking for your phone, Lionel.
Joey Wingate knew you murdered your wife, and so do I.
That's a very serious accusation, Detective Vasquez.
- I was never indicted in Philadelphia.
- Well, welcome to Brooklyn.
Joey found something.
He was shaking you down.
What was it? That's what I'm talking about, bowlers.
To your lanes.
We are ready to roll.
That's our cue.
Good luck, Detective.
Go, Tony.
Tony, Jr.
now on the line.
This guy's emergence has been unbelievable.
A pretty distinctive approach.
Look at the action on that ball.
It's as if it had eyes.
And he nails it.
My house now.
You are in my house.
Oh! Heartbreaker.
I knew a guy who used to work here.
He said that bunny is very special.
Let's go now, Burl.
Come on, Burl.
That's a good bowl! That's a good bowl.
Yeah.
- Hi.
- Hello.
- You really like that bunny.
- The lady said it was special.
Come on, come on Yes.
Congratulations.
- Thanks.
- That was good.
Can I see that? - Sure.
- That's really cool.
Bowl on three.
Ready.
One, two, three.
- Bowl! - Bowling! Hey.
- Hi.
- What happened to your bunny? That man traded me.
He gave me his watch.
Isn't it cool? Well folks, as it often does, it all comes down to this: the final frame.
Coronet Realty up by two.
This is their last chance to build on that lead.
Tough break for Coronet Realty.
Sykes psyched himself out on that one for sure.
Team Farrell's now has a chance to clinch it all, as Tony Junior comes to the line.
All we need is three pins to clinch it.
- Three pins.
- Three pins.
I think I can handle that.
Son.
I love you, Son.
I love you too, Dad.
Sykes! Stop him! This is it, baby.
Come on, let's win it now.
Wolf, wolf, wolf! I'd rather work on this, anyway.
I've got the toy fair in five weeks.
I bought you a ball.
Custom made.
Fifteen pounds, it's perfect.
No! Nice shot.
Hold on Breaking news.
DNA test on the tooth, it was a positive match with Sykes' wife.
Sykes is waiving extradition.
He will be arraigned on Monday in Philadelphia.
See? We solved the case.
All's well that ends well.
Ouch! A little help.
Hello? How long are you people going to stay mad at me? Come on, haven't I suffered enough? I got my thumb broke by Mrs.
Spiro's crazy grandson.
It could have been worse.
Thank goodness it was Shabbos.
This one's going to take a while, Tony.
That was a cold thing to do.
That was the meanest thing you've ever done to me.
- And that's saying a lot.
- Come on.
How was it mean? You were on top of the world for three weeks.
Most people never get three minutes.
You're welcome.
I can't help but wonder how you'd do.
You know, bowling for real, without any help.
I was actually curious too.
I went back yesterday on my own.
Yeah? And? I bowled a 92.
That was with the bumpers.
Yeah, my bowling days are over.
Maybe I'll take up pool.
You know, not for nothing, but I shoot a pretty good stick.
Maybe it's like apple trees make apples, you'll be this tremendous pool player.
What do you think? Let's see what you got.
Holy mackerel! He's a natural.
It's easier than it looks.
I'm going to hell.

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