Dempsey and Makepeace (TV Series)
The Squeeze (1985)
Michael Brandon: Dempsey
Quotes
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Dempsey : You know, before we go any further, I think we ought to get a few things straight, right now.
[Dempsey sits in front of Makepeace]
Dempsey : First off, I didn't ask for this transfer. I got detained.
[a pause]
Dempsey : Number two: I don't agree with women having anything to do with police work. They don't know how a criminal mind functions, and they simply cannot cope with the physical stress the job demands.
[another pause]
Dempsey : Now, having said all that, assuming that you've already tried to get Spikings to change his mind and you failed, I think we are stuck with each other.
[another pause]
Dempsey : [sighs] Here's what I propose: I'm prepared to overlook your shortcomings if you're willing to, eh, ignore my sometimes brash behavior and, eh, my annoying little habit of always being right. Oh, yeah, and the fact that you're a sergeant and I'm a lieutenant. What do you say?
[Makespeace does not respond]
Dempsey : Well, if you're comfortable with that, great. I'll just treat you like one of the guys.
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Spikings : Oh, by the way, Dempsey...
[Dempsey turns around in the door]
Spikings : May I?
[Spikings holds out his hand]
Dempsey : May you what?
Spikings : May I have that piece of artillery that's solely dislocating your left shoulder?
[Dempsey hesitates]
Spikings : It's not necessary, it's against the law and it'll ruin the cut of your jacket.
