A character in Stardust (2007)

Captain Shakespeare quotes from Stardust (2007)

Robert De Niro

Tied for 4th most-quoted character in Stardust (2007): in 4 of its 52 quotes

A line from Captain Shakespeare [after faking Tristan's murder]

Oh, it works every time. An ounce of bargaining, a pinch of trickery, a soupcon of intimidation — et voila! The perfect recipe for a towering reputation without ever having to spill one drop of blood. Ever tried to get bloodstains out of a silk shirt? Nightmare!

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Captain Shakespeare
[after throwing the mannequin overboard]

I'm taking the girl to my cabin, and mark my words, anyone who disturbs me for the next few hours will get the same treatment. [Crewman: "What, you'll...?"] No, you idiot, I'll sling you over the side as well!

Captain Shakespeare

I'm thinking "Great English wordsmith," my enemies and crew are thinking [gestures dramatically] "Shake! Spear!"

Captain Shakespeare

No, seriously, don't mention it. Reputations, you know — a lifetime to build, seconds to destroy.

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