“You were told to wait for my orders.” – Inspector Lestrade, Sherlock Holmes ... Movie Quotes Database

Inspector Lestrade

You were told to wait for my orders.

Sherlock Holmes

If I had, you'd be cleaning up a corpse and chasing a rumor. Besides, the girl's family hired me, not the Yard. Why they thought you needed any assistance is beyond me.

Inspector Lestrade

Well, London will breathe a sigh of relief.

Dr. John Watson

Indeed. Congratulations, Lestrade.

Sherlock Holmes

Bravo, Inspector! Have a cigar.

Photographer

Gentlemen. [they turn] Cheese.
[Their photo is taken, and Holmes tries to conceal his face]

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Sherlock Holmes Robert Downey Jr. More Sherlock Holmes quotes →

Dr. John Watson Jude Law More Dr. John Watson quotes →

Inspector Lestrade Eddie Marsan More Inspector Lestrade quotes →

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