NYPD Blue - Final Scene Of The Series

[@brianharrison1055]

12 years he went from "ipsa this" to Squad Commander.

[@justanotherdrunk]

*That Season 1 Pilot clip Sep 1st !*

[@stephenhusak6098]

The series was supposed to be about John Kelly. When Caruso left, they had to take a whole different track. It became the redemption of Andy.

[@Braglemaster123]

@@justanotherdrunk Great 👍 scene ‘

[@jamesdrynan]

I just watched the entire series again and it's amazing how Andy changed over 12 seasons.

[@nathanieldames]

@@justanotherdrunkABC will never forget NYPD Blue. Never!

[@aaronwilson4267]

Notice how Andy moves closer behind his desk, as each person comes to say goodbight. He's blown away by the reapect Baldwin shows him. He's finally behind his desk. He looks at the files and sighs. Until Clark comes in. The last member of the squad. Calls him Boss. He sits at his desk and opens the files. Beautiful. I've always said there'd be no Tony Soprano without Andy Sipowicz. I stand by that.

[@CraigMcfly1985]

Me too Aaron!!! As a long time tv viewer!!!!!

[@KevinMcClave]

I've said for a long time that Sipowicz is the best character in TV history. Perfectly imperfect.

[@raini9434]

Gotta agree completely the changes personally and professionally that character went through over 12 seasons is unprecedented in tv or film. Don’t think any other character ever created had that sort of arc and Dennis Franz was the perfect actor to fill those shoes. I’ve heard people say that Tony Soprano and Walter White among other modern anti hero characters have Andy Sipowicz and NYPD Blue to thank for setting the bar. Gotta say it’s hard to disagree with that statement.

[@gregmcfoster6320]

I've watched a lot of shows over the years, but never have I watched a show better than NYPD blue. I've watched the series many times in this still gets me everytime.

[@bredrew1990]

I like the ending with Andy at his desk as the camera gets an overview of the bullpen, including the fish tank in view. I get why John had to be the last one to talk with him as those two had built a strong relationship as partners, friends, and mentor/mentoree over the years too. I wish they would've made it work with Charlotte Ross to make a cameo as Connie in this episode too. I read somewhere the producers wanted her back, but her ex-husband and manager at the time said they all were on vacation around the time of filming, so I guess that couldn't have happened. For me, it would've been great to see Connie pull a surprise visit to Andy during the episode. At least Steven Bochco had a plan to end the show at 12 seasons. And not go on past its prime; it's better to stay on top. Thanks again for posting!!!

[@Bull1908]

Not only the show but Dennis Franz himself. This is the last scene (not counting award appearences and interviews of course lol) that Franz appears in television or media as he has since more or less retired from acting. Can't say that last scene of him in the darkness of the night at the 15th precinct was a good way to end the show. If only they could have got some sort of cameo with Charlotte Ross and even David Caruso of some form or fashion. Dennis Franz also learned to know when to go out on top as far as his acting career has gone.

[@bredrew1990]

@@Bull1908 Other than appearing at a few award shows. One with Jimmy Smitts I believe. He has retired and is enjoying time with his family. The thing I read he wasn't going to retire after the show ended. But he ultimately did. I wish they would've gotten Charlotte Ross to make some sort of cameo too. Whether it was Andy talking to Connie on the phone. Or have her come with baby Matt to visit Andy at the 15th for a few minutes would've sufficed too. But 12 years is going out on top to me.

[@Bull1908]

@@bredrew1990 along with other two kids: Theo and Michelle haha. Would have been a nice touch to show his full evolving from drunk divorcee estranged from ex wife and son to total family man with wife and three young kids to be sober for and work hard for

[@williamanthony9090]

I agree the Connie character should have been included. I wouldn't have minded Fancy putting an appearance in as well. Nor would I have minded flashback moments of other characters going through Andy's mind during the course of the final episode, which might have worked better as a two parter. That being said, I was still satisfied the way they ended this show's 12-year run. Andy's character growth from beginning to end was one of the most fascinating ever produced by network television.

[@bigphilnyc]

I love that you included the full credits and Stephen Bochco productions. I used to watch this as a kid, with my parents, who thought I could learn from it, and that violin meant it was time for bed!

[@willanderson716]

You wanna talk about a full character arc. Andy ended up becoming the rock that everyone clung to when they needed anchoring. As he grew as a person his presence and strength were beacons for others to help find their way.

[@NickPR87]

I just finished the series today after not being allowed to watch it as a kid when it was on TV. Really loved the entirety of this scene as it showed Andy had what it took to be in charge of the squad and put the cases and the team ahead of the political interests from his superiors. Also liked how he ended up the last man standing from the first season and inherited a young squad with Baldwin and Clark Jr. as the lead detectives, the girls as the backup and the rooks to be molded by his teachings and him instilling confidence in them. Definitely the greatest police drama to ever grace the TV screen. The Shield, Law and Order, The Mentalist, Bones and Criminal Minds have been great, but after plowing through this series I understand why it's the standard.

[@wigonl]

Where can you watch this?

[@papafrank7094]

Thank you for posting this series. It reminds me of a much happier time in my life. Again, thanks.

[@MichaelJordan-sw1fw]

Same here buddy, coming home from shift and watching this late at night, two little kids coming down and cuddling me, long time ago

[@skeptical-therorist1592]

Great scene… about mentorship up and down the chain. Love how this was written.

[@JoeyTofMetroMusic]

I’ll keep it simple. Bottom line, One of the best shows ever.

[@eyram1]

The ending hit the spot emotionally.

[@colinbeckles2811]

Jones is now the Senior Detective

[@RajaKhan-ob3ou]

Am I the only one who wishes that CPT Fancy made an appearance to congratulate Sipowicz on his getting the Squad?

[@southloopsoxfan]

I've always thought that

[@marcelmiller7551]

Or him bring Italian food for them to eat remember Fancy last scene. Would been cool see them joking while eating

[@charlesfiscus4235]

Yeah that would have been a great idea ​@@southloopsoxfan

[@seanbrowning616]

I always loved this show with all the stand up characters and the advise Bale gives him is awesome

[@geneziemba9159]

This is reminiscent of a key scene from the 50’s movie MrRoberts after the main character gets his butt chewed by the skipper…”Goodnight Mister Roberts” as the crew goes below. Same vibe.

[@vetteman2920]

I thought it interesting that the last scene on “Hill Street Blues” ended with Franz walking out of the station after getting fired, and this one ended with us leaving with him being boss.

[@tonystephens6858]

Just finished binge watching the entire series. Without a doubt the best police drama.

[@samsung3254]

Gotta stop walking into rooms with onions! 😭 So much to appreciate! *Thank You!* For all the memories, glimpses of performances and story telling beyond reproach. I trust you have good health, prosperity and peace for this kindness to so many. Stay Safe! ☘

[@LordZontar]

The last scene emphasizes the loneliness of command.

[@64MDW]

Without question, the best police drama series ever. Period.

[@LongIslandBK]

“Foot post in the mid town tunnel”. Great line

[@nonyafkinbznes1420]

"If you screw up, just this much, you'll be flying a cargo plane full of rubber dog shit out of Hong Kong!"

[@YD-uq5fi]

They missed a trick by not having Captain Fancy stop by to congratulate him. A cameo from Kelly in the final few episodes would have been interesting too.

[@JohnDoe-rk9bx]

I’ll be 60 in a month I must say I don’t like endings. I guess that’s part of life.

[@clivem24]

One by one they all come to see the master ! the legend that is Andy Sipowicz! Denis Franz is an absolute star

[@CainEverest]

If I was in that position and the chief yelled at me, "AND ALL OVER A DEAD PROS!" I would have snapped. "SHE WAS A DAUGHTER, CHIEF. A SISTER. SHE COULD HAVE BEEN A MOTHER. SHE COULD HAVE BEEN ANYTHING SHE WANTED TO. HER LIFE WAS NOT WORTH LESS BECAUSE OF HER LIFESTYLE, CHIEF, AND THE FACT THAT YOU SAID THIS REFLECTS MORE ON YOUR CHARACTER THAN MINE. YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT THE PEOPLE WE ARE SUPPOSED TO SERVE? THAT'S ON YOU. BUT I AM NOT GOING TO LET A PERP GET AWAY JUST BECAUSE YOU MIGHT LIKE HIM OR OWE HIM A FAVOR OR TWO."

[@duff007]

I heard Sipowicz’s voice reading this. You channeled him perfectly.

[@CainEverest]

@@duff007 Thank you!

[@Seoul20000]

Great speech wish it was in the scene 💙🐢

[@maxxfisher1936]

It always seemed strange to me that they had Clark and Simmons partnered up and the two rookie detectives together. You'd think they would have had each rookie with an experienced detective

[@maxxfisher1936]

@@Diabolus_Musica Thank you for the advice, I was hyperventilating about this, much calmer now

[@voicereason2430]

@@maxxfisher1936 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@joen0411]

Thanks for all the clips, enjoy your break

[@johnlau5066]

Best. Cop. Show. Ever. I still tear up when I watch this.

[@stefinatrix3426]

Thank you for this tearjerking waltz down memory lane! ❤️

[@ruscopcoltrain]

This was a fantastic ending, but I think I would also have liked to see this happen at the end of season 11, or at least earlier in season 12. Then the dynamic of this episode (i.e. Andy wondering if he has what it takes, bumping up against the brass, etc…) could’ve been drawn out over a number of episodes. It also could’ve made the story with Clark’s spiral more interesting if Andy had to deal with it as a friend and a boss, rather than a partner, since he’s already kinda done that with Danny. And I think it would’ve made it even more satisfying when he found his footing in the job. I’m certainly not disappointed with the finale, but I think I would’ve just liked to see Andy in command more than we got to.

[@unclefester9113]

There are so many many good moments in this series. Andy really shined in this one. The casting was flawless.

[@crupert23225]

We miss you, Andy.

[@WhiteScarsEmo]

Andy, “I tried, and since I didn't appear to be getting anywhere, I decided to continue the investigation on my own initiative.” Cuts to Clark. Yeah, it ended but it ended very, very well.

[@MikeDuryea32]

And to think, Zac from Saved By The Bell spoke the final words on this epic show.

[@paulrodriguez5958]

Playing golf with Dennis Franz this wednesday and i absolutely cant believe its happening after being a lifelong fan of this show.

[@mikehill1114]

This is a great scene. You dont have to know anything about the people, the characters, the history or whatever. Everything you need is contained right here. This could have been a short film on its own and it would be a standout. This is how you write.

[@DavidTa2]

I miss this show

[@rodneystorick6453]

Good night Boss, great last line

[@philbangert8046]

Epic Ending To The Best Cop Show Ever

[@carlosrvra]

“How you feelin’ Lt.?” // “Not bad. How YOU feelin’?” I rewatched this scene several times... top five of the series; a GREAT ending to a strong final season. And it’s boosted by the fact that it parallels an earlier scene where John kinda tried to cover for the new guys. They voiced their concerns (and their screw up), which got the others to question things, and here Andy not ONCE throws ANYONE under the bus even though he didn’t seem to have doubts earlier. He took full responsibility LIKE A BOSS, and in that moment in the eyes of his squad he goes from their friend to their Sergeant. And to have Bale there to witness that level of integrity, to validate his recommendation, was icing on the cake. I do think they rushed the Bale/Sipowicz arc of mutual respect due to this being the show’s final season. Like, it wasn’t THAT long ago he was hellbent on getting Andy fired, and he goes from that to encouraging him to move up in rank. I get that Andy kept his secret, but I do wish they had one more season to make it seem more organic. THEY needed one of those that “let’s grab some ribs” and/or “fight in the locker room to vent” scenes of mutual understanding that he had with Fancy. 😄 Still though, they did the best arc justification with the time they had left. Minor note though, on an outstanding final season ☺️👍🏽👍🏽

[@williamanthony9090]

I agree they kind of rushed the interaction between Bale and Sipowicz that led to Bale recommending him for squad commander. There was the whole thing about Bale encouraging him concerning the sargent's exam, but more time would have played out a little better. I won't say the show became stale as it approached Season 12, but it did become rather comfortable. That final season put a spark back into it with the whole Andy/Bale storyline.

[@darkknightwithanidea1845]

And he earned it every step of the way . Minute by minute. You NEVER saw a character so deserving of his own merits as Andy.

[@josephamato2031]

I miss this show 😢

[@spinwardbound]

Thanks. I always wondered what happened at the end

[@Meummibe]

One of the best series...

[@justanotherdrunk]

*Nothing against Mark- Paul Gosselaar, but I think Dennis Franz shoulda had the last word !*

[@bredrew1990]

Me too!!! How did you like Bale and Medavoy making cameos in the last episode?

[@justanotherdrunk]

I had Medavoy's "when yer gone, yer gone" scene ready, but then cut it because I'm anxious to get the season done and take a break.

[@maxxfisher1936]

I don't know, I think him calling Andy "Boss" was the perfect last line

[@tweetdezweet]

@@maxxfisher1936 good point because having Andy respond verbally would be out of character for him, Andy's body language and thus Dennis Franz' performance is top tier stuff :)

[@bredrew1990]

@@justanotherdrunk Don't worry!!! I'm grateful for all of the content you have uploaded.

[@heyboo4764]

Franz came on my radar w/ his guest shot on Hill Street Blues. He beat the crap out of one of the regular cops. Franz was in the wrong and pretty cocky about it. The beat up cop later got a medal for saving two kids out of a burning building. The beat up cop's partner Michael Warren then looked up Franz and beat him up in revenge. It was one of the best Hill Street Blues episodes. I consider Hill Street not nearly the quality of NYPD Blue. I agree Franz has created one of the most intriguing characters in TV history!!! My other favorite TV series are the West Wing, Newsroom, Big Bang Theory, Lonesome Dove and Young Sheldon.

[@DeadBoy665]

I forgot how many years this show was on the air and this was one of the best ways you could have ended it.

[@georgestemple3310]

Fantastic series

[@legalboxers]

18 years ago today…

[@justanotherdrunk]

Great Catch!

[@legalboxers]

@@justanotherdrunk it’s in my calendar. I mark the day by watching it (and trying not to cry(

[@jasondavoine]

I loved this show ❤

[@malcolmbosanko2007]

If there's a better series than this, bring it on. Denis Franz is just the best person for his part.

[@johnzabik270]

Good Cop Award 🏆

[@bigeasydeg]

Who woulda thought that Zack Morris would work for the Franz! 😂😂

[@jamesdrynan]

The rich, entitled people were so upset that they were treated like normal criminals. So sad. Nice scene between Andy and his former nemesis, Lt. Bale. A fitting last tracking shot after 12 years.

[@davidwise3573]

One of the best cop shows ever and one of the best characters and actors ever

[@davey989]

This was the perfect ending. Felt like you were just getting a glimpse of the 15th - now it was time to go.

[@gamesjunkie]

Man... what a wonderful way to end a series 🥲

[@bigal25938]

Best ever. Andy was the only one left out of the original detectives. Glad he got his chance.

[@Trapper50cal]

We got to see the entire foundation this leadership was built on (lumps and all)...how often do we get that in a show?

[@thedolt9215]

Best damn show on TV… Ever!

[@BigBWolf90]

No big flashy send off. Just a simple "ya did good work. See ya at work tomorrow." Cuz life just goes on

[@raini9434]

I love that they maintained that whole idea of life goes on and the police work never stops. Our time sitting in at the 15th as a fly on the wall is over but their work is continuing. I remember at the time Steven Bochco being asked how they were gonna end it and he basically said they didn’t want any flashy finales or anything and wanted it to be essentially business as usual at the 15th cause the one constant through out 12 seasons and characters coming and going from the show and dying was that despite all of that life still marches on. It’s perfect in my opinion and is severely underrated when the talk of best series finales comes up.

[@scottn182]

I would have loved to see one more season with Andy in charge.

[@TG-ss4he]

Once upon a time when TV was normal !

[@chrispeplinski7306]

I love the ending of the show. Glad Andy was the boss in the end. I just wish Connie would have been able to appear in person.

[@bredrew1990]

Me too!!! I read somewhere they wanted her to come back but it didn't pan out. I would've loved it if we had Connie visit Andy in his new office. 😊 Telling him how proud she is of him.

[@SHADOWS1]

There are those that just watched this show. There those of us that have been there. This was more realistic than any other show. NOTHING WILL EVER REPLACE THIS!! NOTHING! A SHOW & ACTORS THAT WILL LIVE IN INFAMY 💎💙💯‼ BACK THE BLUE

[@DrownedInExile]

As I recall, the Chief pretty much ignored Andy's concerns. I wonder how past bosses like Fancy or Rodriguez would have handled this? I imagine they would have informed the chief... once the arrest was already made, and the chief couldn't stop it. Then eat the inevitable chewing-out as the cost of doing business.

[@ScottMorrisIV]

Chief of Detectives doesn’t play.

[@joep3525]

In all likelihood, the Chief of Ds was told, by a higher up (Chief of Department, probably) that someone confessed and the case was to be closed. Not necessarily influencing the outcome, but allocation of resources, which is why Duffy couldn't bitch too much about Andy going against orders and following his instincts. Fancy and Rodriguez would have done the same thing Sipowicz did.

[@julie.1081]

I heard they were working on a reboot just before C-19. It was going to be built around Theo being a Detective in his Dad's old squad room. Andy Sr. had been murdered & Theo was going to find out who killed him. At least, that was supposed to be the lead in. But then Covid hit & after Austin Majors died, it just faded out of sight. Maybe we could start a petition?

[@svp2010]

Hey! It's Tommy from Power!!!

[@paulhiggins4902]

the king

[@CraigMcfly1985]

Legend is Dennis Franz!!!!

[@moboutmen]

Something in my eye.......

[@Chanesmyname]

It would be a fine place to work if Andy was your Boss.

[@person-ce8cr]

Would've been so different if caruso stayed.

[@mcgurkryans]

1:22… Oooh, she was a hoar-wah!

[@lindacreesy3909]

ever wonder what Blue would've been if Caruso had stayed

[@PeteMcCorvey]

Was that Joseph Sikora from Power?

[@TheCheyanne16]

yeah that when he started acting debut

[@rollingrockink1]

So glad this show ended...

[@Eclectic999]

Who is the bald guy at 0:30?

[@ScottMorrisIV]

IDK ?!!

[@joep3525]

Who is he? The name of the actor or what's his character? He has two service stripes, meaning he has 10 years on the job and is wearing a blue shirt. He's a patrolman.

[@johndeere8594]

I was sitting home tonight watching some politically correct lame cop show on television.And I looked at my wife and said what I wouldn’t give for a good gritty episode of NYPD blue.

[@brianbickle7395]

They’re all gone woke now.

[@chaelodoul9401]

HILL STREET BLUES KICKED NYPD’s ASS.

[@neilpuckett359]

No and HSB was one good series.