NYPD Blue: Sipowicz

[@thomastarwater6035]

It is safe to say that Dennis Franz had the role of a lifetime as police detective Andy Sipowicz for the show's entire run. No wonder he retired afterwards when NYPD BLUE left the airwaves in 2005. Dennis Franz knew darned well that he'd never get a role as good as that of Detective Sipowicz, starting as bigoted drunk to honorable family man. It took a while, but he got it done. NYPD BLUE: best cop show ever.

[@railnut8453]

I could not agree with you more!!!! Dennis Franz was stellar in that role!!!!

[@chipdayton1625]

The redemption of Andy Sipowicz is the best story line in the history of television.

[@tomshimko4688]

Indeed to all of this. You three say all that needs to be said about the show and about Dennis Franz. I watched this liive starting in the 90's, often taping it when I could not catch it live. I'm sure I missed some shows. Maybe 5 years ago I watched it again on Netflix. The beauty was that while I recalled most of the characters and moments of some stories, for the most part it was like I had never seen it. It was all fresh. By the end of that second time watching, I had come to understand that the story ultimately was the tale of the redemption of a man, Andy Sipowicz. I am currently three episodes away from the end of a third time through, watching with a partner who had never seen the show. I started this third time with that knowledge, that the story was one of redemption, and I could keep that in mind as I watched that story develop during this third time through. That added so much to my appreciation of the series. And for the most part, it was as fresh as the first time through. Certainly the best cop show ever, and second only to The West Wing as the best network series ever.

[@pault1964]

Kelly was the number 1 detective at the start all stories revolved around him but his ego took over

[@CharlesLinn-rm9dl]

Best cop show ever. And best character in a cop show ever played by the best TV actor ever.

[@rynard63]

The “Sweetheart” scene always brings the tears. My father was a detective for most of his 27 years as a policeman. He was so Andy, if dad knew you were honest and righteous he was with you 100%. I know my father had certain demons that would derail most men, they made him stronger with a solid resolve. I miss him every moment of every day.

[@theraven6843]

Respect to you and your father sir!😊

[@Undertaker67203]

You just described my dad. Tough as nails with a huge heart. I have heard him on the phone talking to men he put in prison for decades when they called to thank him for being fair to them and nice to their families. And yes, he has demons from too many horrendous cases.

[@jameswhite1320]

Dennis Franz brought real life experience to his part. From one Vet to another. Thank You Dennis.

[@VinDcator]

Rough exterior with a heart of gold. A real cop's cop.

[@murrayaronson3753]

I recently discovered NYPD Blue on the H & I channel. It is the greatest cop show. PERIOD. Everyone is wonderful. Dennis Franz as Andy Sipowicz is brilliant.

[@derajnitram1882]

One of the best characters ever, loved Dennis Franz as this character.

[@sbgoldma]

without a doubt, the finest show ever!!! Dennis Franz made a huge impact on the tv cop genre. Nobody has ever come close. Rock on Sipowicz.

[@sbgoldma]

@Akshay Natu OK, I'll agree with you there 👍

[@charger19691]

Dennis Franz is one amazing actor,

[@anthonychobot2342]

D J T he is

[@heleneschenbacher8512]

Guess that’s why he won FOUR Emmys, 3 Screen Actor Guild awards and a Golden Globe for JUST this series. He won awards for movies too.

[@robertpreston2220]

He was also great in Chicago Story, Hill Street Blues, an episode of Hunter and Psycho 2!

[@jimmy1154]

Reruns of this show in primetime would crush the singing talent shows and stupid sit-coms on TV today.

[@pac401]

One of the finest TV actors EVER. He was brilliant and not many actors owned a character like Dennis Franz owned Sipowicz.

[@kimrogers-gallagher9729]

Yes!

[@LesliK7]

He is brilliant. Absolutely my fav actor of all time...

[@Isoroku1983]

He's fucking brilliant.. I must have seen the series from start to finish about 5 times at this stage

[@andrewshaw25]

pac401 James Gabdolfini owned Tony Soprano more than this. No comparison

[@outcast1ful]

2019.... I still miss this guys presence on TV. Never been a better cop show since.

[@lisamoore528]

An extremely believe able actor. Totally in the moment. Delivered his lines with the upmost conviction. He carried that show and I looked forward to it each week. Just class.

[@willanderson716]

Andy came full circle and became the care taker of the squad. His was a tale of redemption. I love NYPD Blue.

[@skwisgarskwigelf7191]

"And technically you're still a man, Dan! Which means I can knock you around like one! You understand?" Fuckin kills me every time XD

[@Snarkythecat]

That line would never be allowed today.

[@skwisgarskwigelf7191]

Snarky, the Cat I know right? People can’t take a joke anymore 😔

[@tonynomikos3702]

@@Snarkythecat use the line anyway

[@LarryDickman1]

If you have a Johnson you are still a male. Even if you look good in a blue chiffon and pumps. 🤣

[@mbowen67]

It can happen to him.

[@la73sh19]

"You wanna call me, 'SWEETHEART,' (and) see what happens?!" I love it!!! LOL.

[@airdriver]

1:11. This scene cracks me up because it reminds me of something that happened on this job I had twenty years ago. We had just gotten done measuring up a house and my boss was doing the paperwork. I started munching on a bag of Dorito's and he gave me the same look Andy had here. I stopped chewing and then, involuntarily, let out a loud belch. He glared at me for a second and then busted out laughing. Tony, I really miss you. RIP!

[@michaelbuchanan5361]

The absolute best cop show to ever be on t v and Dennis Franz is the most under rated actor on this show. He made NYPD Blue the success it was.

[@kendallrivers1119]

Underrated? Seriously? He was nominated and won more Emmys than everyone else on the show and he's without a doubt the breakout star of that show and the face of it. He was the star of that show.

[@Fittsburgh]

I forgot how awesome Sipowicz was, thanks for this!

[@samsung3254]

Loved the last scene in that compilation. You seldom see the personal Sipowicz regarding his own life. Dennis Franz, I trust you are enjoying your retirement to your hearts content. Thanks!

[@jamesdrynan]

Dennis Franz, during one of his four Emmy Award acceptance speeches, thanked Bochco and Milch for offering him the role of Sipowicz. After 12 seasons of watching him develop that character, we are the ones who thank him for time well-spent with NYPD Blue. We particularly enjoyed tuning in to see his tune-ups!

[@64MDW]

The greatest cop show ever. PERIOD.

[@anthonychobot3673]

Michael White Got damn right

[@Rx7man]

Meh, I think Hill street blues was actually a better show, the character development was better.. NYPD blue, don't get me wrong, I love the show, but they were pushing the envelope of what they could get away with showing on TV, while Hill st blues wasn't about that

[@mikepreston-engel8869]

Yeppers Rx&man. My uncle spent 31 years in O.P.P. HQ downtown Toronto and always said Hill Street Blues was as real as any cop show got. He was the father I never had and we would watch police shows together all the time. Sometimes he would take me around Toronto in his unmarked work vehicle and we'd listen to the calls come over the radio. Pretty wild memories. But he was a fan of Hill Street Blues. There have been a ton of awesome police series, including NYPD Blue.

[@Bear-Cohiba-1966]

Fuk ye it is

[@Bear-Cohiba-1966]

Rx7man shut up

[@sqd37l]

"I don't want to beat the crap out of you but I don't think I'm gonna be able to control myself" possible one of the best lines ever

[@seanmulloy854]

"I'm gonna get a migraine because I didn't beat you."

[@santabarbara-kellyrobert19]

Dennis Franz as Andy - over the top authentic and touching best character ever of the whole show

[@nextdrink45]

"Games been run dickhead, you ship out tomorrow." I love that!!!! Still the best show on TV!!!! Too bad it had to end, but I would LOVE to see a reunion show where Andy retires as Sargent of the 15th squad!!!

[@SciTrekMan]

nextdrink97 Wrong cop!

[@BrotherDerrick3X]

nextdrink97 Dennis Franz retired from acting after NYPD Blue went off the air.

[@SciTrekMan]

It would be great to see Dennis Frank come out of retirement to appear on Blue Bloods. A two episode story arc would be awesome!

[@BrotherDerrick3X]

mytreker that would be great.

[@michaelotterbeck9461]

The Ending of NYPD BLUE Is Sipowicz as Squad Commander Absolutely BEST COP SHOW EVER AND BEST CHARACTER :ANDY SIPOWICZ

[@stephenpowell5912]

Dennis Franz is Brilliant as The No Nonsense Andrew Sipowitz ,Great Series also .With Great Episodes from Hollywood Guest Stars ❤️

[@HyphyJuice916]

The way he smacks frank and talks calmly to him only to get more angry with every slap is astounding

[@ifeelpretty5790]

One of my favorite scenes was the one where Sipowicz and Simone were installing a bug in a mobster hangout and then had to pretend to be burglars when some mob guys showed up. Sipowicz even stole the TVs to make the robbery realistic 😂 😂 Simone's face was priceless.

[@gspendlove]

One of my favorite episodes was the one where Sipowicz was dreaming about Andy Jr., after he was killed. That was a powerful, emotional performance....letter perfect.

[@ifeelpretty5790]

@@gspendlove Same, Dennis Franz is one of the best actors ever to grace our TV screens.

[@rasalghul9331]

This was such a great show and the character of Sipowicz was so superbly played by Franz.

[@trdonovan]

_"Uh, yeah, I was gonna mention that- that there's something wrong with your bird..._ **DOUCHEBAG** _...it's been saying that ever since I got in, LOUD."_ ☕

[@wantitall4]

dennis franz was/is a genius. the best show on tv because of the character he created. thanks dennis

[@tenthdimension9836]

I've watched every episode and Andy's growth as a human being through the years is absolutely phenomenal acting.

[@yevettebamber4273]

So many ppl (Mostly men) thought that women watched the show and had a crush on David then Jimmy. Got news for you guys, most of us had the hots for Andy!! My husband laughed. I remember my Grandma laughing at me until one night she saw the opening scene of NYPD and said with a laugh...Oh Shit I GET IT!!! When I asked what changed her mind. It was the opening scene from above showing Andy crossing a city street, She said he has "Animal Magnitizem". He did, and he was such a man a REAL man. The kind of man every woman dreams of. I saw an interview he did talking about his wife and OMG I fell even more in love. You could tell how much in love with her he was and they had been together like 15yrs at that point!!

[@BlueBaron3339]

Some great moments certainly from the final years but the best Sipowicz moments were during the first 8 years, not the final 4 IMO. The pairing of Dennis Franz with Jimmy Smits was inspired, as was the writing when David Milch was involved and hands-on. Many of my favorites were not even heated, such as when Bobby Simone yields to Andy Sipowicz's radio station preference - an oldies station, and the two end up singing Duke of Earl.

[@ShortFuseFighting]

agreed

[@danlc95]

That was such a great scene.

[@joanneking9579]

🎂

[@kollusion1]

Top scene!

[@bobzuruncle8424]

I love the arc of sipowicz derisively calling the gay secretary “gay John” and showing mild contempt at him, to being protective and trusting him/knowing he was a decent man enough to actually babysit his (sipowicz) kid. NYPD Blue is the best cop show ever to be shown👍

[@marcgrundfest1495]

That was not contempt...that was fixation... like a man tring to read Greek written on latin..

[@lynryall1317]

Hill Street was the front runner both excellent x

[@johnjamesleahy4065]

I understand your point, which i like, i just cant totally understand the word deriseively, i sort of get it, but can you define it for me? Im beung serious

[@kendallrivers1119]

Well you know it's a very real thing with people. With bigots they may dislike or show contempt for someone in a group they mock or dislike but there's always one or a few that they actually grow to like and that's their exception. With Archie Bunker it was Lionel Jefferson and with Sipowicz it was Gay John. People are flawed but have layers.

[@garylobo3]

"I don't want to bear the crap outta ya, but I don't think I can control myself..." Check please...i just couldn't stop laughing the first time I saw that great line delivered by a stellar actor...and I actually felt sorry for the poor slob that Sippy was about to haul off on...

[@christianfrazier6202]

"And technically, you're still a man, Dan" 😂😂😂

[@wongsifu460]

This episode will draw fury from all the sjws nowaday

[@jeschinstad]

@@wongsifu460: You don't get it at all. Sipowicz isn't a racist homophobe because it's cool or manly, but because it's a weakness. The whole show is on the side of what you derogatively refer to as SJW.

[@billwilson2160]

@@jeschinstad yeah, you sheep

[@irwfcm]

Always loved to watch Sipowicz tune up a skel!

[@mattygates1]

Show was one of the best ever with revolving partners with Andy.

[@borgstod]

The [in]famous Sipowitz interview technique!

[@beekay5914]

NYPD Blue is the best show of all time, and Dennis Franz is the finest actor on the show.

[@arockzim]

I'd love to see Sipowicz smack Justin Beiber around

[@oholm09]

Lol

[@aaronmichael7116]

LOL..such a random comment !!!!!

[@wagnerpd6837]

Adam Zimmerman: how 'bout a Tune-up 4 Just-A-Timberhead, any KarKrashian, Hell-in DeGenerate or any other UNpatriotic America-Hating celeb Or DemokRat welfare parasite??

[@brianweber5747]

agree. beiber is a low life non celebrity scumbag

[@rossdiamondthief6627]

Adam Zimmerman I wanna see him smack some smug SJW around until they cry in their safe space

[@ShockLegionLeader]

7:18 You see Andy smack people around quite often, but when you see him holding a gun to somebody's head you know shit's going down.

[@cyndeemiller9695]

+Zach Zier Every Time I have to deal with police here in Las Vegas, I mention Sipowitz, These morons would not know a real cop if he ran over them, uniformed and Detectives are really insulted by the mention of his name. Too Bad Grow a Set!

[@superblue2983]

Sipowitcz couldn't talk to ranking nypd officers like he did on "NYPD BLUE", he would have be given sooo many C.D.s, suspensions, fines, modified duty, that's the only flaw I had with "NYPD BLUE", they made him a loose cannon that got awsy with waaasy to much mouthing off to nypd bosses, on the real job a cop or detective who mouths off to a boss will be disciplined A.S.A.P.

[@MrPrincetrumpet]

True... but that's the beauty of using TV as a fantasy world. Its characters do the things we would LIKE to see done but know it can't happen in our real world. I'm a musician but I love the movie "Whiplash". No music teacher could get away with the stuff the instructor does but it is fun as hell to watch as a fantasy. :-)

[@joemcconnell2674]

Andy tough cop! Long before Hank Voight. You definitely couldn't get away with today. Chicago Pd proves that.

[@WaryJester]

The bird repeating 'douchebag' should be a ringtone

[@SirDuke81]

I forgot how brilliant this show was. TV like this doesn't exist anymore!

[@YouTube-tied]

My all-time favorite cop show. We the fans need to petition the powers that be to release all the seasons on Blu-ray. They are kinda hard to find online.

[@sagalinahazzan6803]

Mine TOO!!!!! Now that Shout! Factory has the license to this shit, I want them to release the rest of this awesome cop drama to DVD!!!!!!

[@YouTube-tied]

Hell yeah! :)

[@SciTrekMan]

All the episodes are available on Amazon Instant Video

[@Jameywells777]

I agree this show was fucking awesome !

[@jamieruffing6828]

I found all at a fye store

[@chrycohauler]

The absolute best casting of a character in the history of television

[@CrimsomLeo]

Him teaching the bird to say douchebag was funny as hell

[@YPAReviews]

God bless Dennis Franz. Showing that us short guys can kick ass also.

[@MyJustin316]

either they have the right to remain silent or they have the right to get smacked in the mouth dont fuck with sipowicz

[@MyJustin316]

+WBGThunderstruck either they have the right to remain silent or they have the right to get smacked in the mouth dont fuck with sipowicz

[@YPAReviews]

+WBGThunderstruck shit

[@cogen651]

YPA Reviews it's a fake Hollywood show, don't get too full of yourself.

[@anthonychobot3673]

YPA Reviews So does Michel Chiklis

[@justinconnery603]

‘Wasn’t a very nice thing to do, reimburse me my $1.75’ 😂

[@mohawkmike142]

When this series ended I could have sold my TV. Best ever. The shit on today is a couldn't hold a birthday candle to Blue. AS rules!!!

[@njerzee911]

" im gonna get a headache tonight cuz i didnt beat this prick"....Great great line andy!!!

[@jameretief8327]

One of the last actors, not “star”, that knew his craft. They’ll be watching his performances years after those prima donnas just mouthing words will be an obscure trivia question.

[@BisonAP]

Great "Sipowicz" moments, the one I wish that could've been on here, the classic brawl in the locker room with him and Lieutenant Fancy, that was awesome, one of the most memorable scenes in the series.

[@katiebohan4809]

The barely contained rage he portrays... amazing.

[@unclefester9113]

I swear I've watched almost 100% of the series. Best Show of its KIND - Ever. Sipowicz was the BEST. The BEST.

[@xMRPx]

@kesudor Hey, thanks for uploading these clips! They're all great scenes performed by one great actor! Dennis Franz did an amazing job. I recently discovered this show and it was by accident too. I remember when it was on tv, but cop shows or even New York have never interested me. Here I am, how many years later, and I see that at the time I was missing a great show. No matter though. H&I tv plays 4 shows in a row every weekday starting at 1am in the morning. I've taught myself to go to bed early, wake up at 1am, watch Sipowitz for 4 hours, then go back to bed for a couple more hours before having to go to work. It's a rough schedule, but it's worth it! Thanks again, kesudor!

[@ipsissimus1]

thanks for the reply. my favourite show too. love the mixture of humour & serious issues. Dennis Franz is a very talented guy

[@billvetter5328]

Through all of the cast changes, Andy Sipowicz (Dennis Franz) remained the stalwart that was NYPD Blue.

[@gotrek44]

Like that irish leprechaun with the marshmellow cerial like on tv.

[@jamesc210]

The only NY cop ever with a thick Chicago accent.

[@kollusion1]

That intro always reminds me of cold, dark, rainy winter nights.

[@The_Husband_of_Jane_Lane]

One of my favorite series of all time. Used to watch this on CourtTV back then and I also used to watch this on ABC as well. It was the only good show on network TV due to uncensored swearing and uncensored nudity (which sadly can now be seen on cable TV for the most part). Plus, I loved Andy Sipowicz, he was such a great detective.

[@danlc95]

Sipowicz and Medavoy undercover... Hilarious!

[@anthonyburke5656]

Oh, I’d forgotten how good this was, Dennis Franz was so good, I always felt bad for Dennis, knowing what he suffered in SVN and wondered how he could hold it together and get so good an actor

[@benjaminnatanielbincthomps1591]

Happy 25th Anniversary NYPD Blue 💙

[@Q5Grafx]

this was a great show from a different time

[@damoneford6145]

R.I.P Bobby Simone R.I.P Danny Sorenson

[@SciTrekMan]

Damone Ford Sorenson

[@BrianRetro]

Don't forget Sylvia Costas, his wife.

[@damoneford6145]

@@BrianRetro Yea R.I.P. Sylvia Costas

[@Adb12San]

I forgot how great Dennis Franz was as Andy. What a great actor and character.

[@LRS905]

Mr. Franz, one of the most amazing actors I have seen at his work. And what a great series this was. I underestimated Mr. Gosselar, I thought originally "what is this sucker from SBTB doing here?" Great role.

[@joshpritt526]

I've been binge watching the hell out of this show.

[@shashijain5084]

👍👍🌎🇺🇲 Unforgettable show !!!!

[@markdilisio936]

Loved it from first episode to finale best show of this genre!!.

[@charleshamilton5403]

I've never watched this show much, but now that I see this character I think I'm gonna check it out

[@murrayaronson3753]

It's a great show. IMHO one of the best of television, closer to art than entertainment.

[@michaelreidperry3256]

Franz played Sipowicz pitch perfect.

[@keithsparling5537]

Dennis Franz is Sipowitch!!! Being a recovering alcoholic myself, he is my favotite one. I believe he is an alcoholic off the screen, And he portrays one as good as one could in this series. Great actor, very believable! I hope to see more of him in the future! Thanks for the video!

[@geneharrel773]

Andy be tuning them up!

[@jr3254]

It's to bad there can't be any more shows like that ,a classic series

[@carlosbanegas6616]

All the actors in this show brought and contributed to the show, and that is what made it a good show

[@doorswhofan]

There's this one scene -- no idea which season or episode -- where Sipowicz and another cop are questioning a guy at the precinct and buy him a soda from the machine. No sooner does the guy take a sip than Sipowicz backhands it off the table in a spray of foam and yells, "We don't buy no sodas for no lyin' sons of bitches!" I'd LOVE to see that scene posted, but can't find it anywhere.

[@uservenny84]

my lord the acting puts hollywood to shame edit: even the bird

[@jeffreynegron2708]

Andy tossing them nuts on the street because he couldn’t be bothered with the loud chewing. Lol

[@argelbargel7680]

The development of Andy and John's friendship was an interesting wrinkle over the course of the series.

[@McGavel1]

Epic, thanks for sharing. I recommend season 1, 2, 3, and 4 for more. GL 2016 and never give up!!!

[@patdonnelly9392]

Dennis Franz as Andy....perfection!

[@lethrneck4]

Nypd blue and ER back in the day were must see TV!

[@specialk9424]

I remember seeing the parrot one, live. Later that episode, a couple came into the sergeant's office, they'd been the victim of something, I forget what, and they hear "*SQUAK*, DOUCHEBAG".

[@IceCold11235]

I never saw this TV show, but huge respect for having the short, fat, ugly guy be a protagonist who kicks ass and saves the day. You won't see that in any other TV show, anywhere.

[@edwardnorkus1652]

worked as an extra on that show in the mid 90s Cast was so accommodating

[@duberdurm]

Haha, I always looked forward to a Sipowicz interrogation. Dennis Franz is a genius actor. I'd love to see him in other tough-guy roles.

[@jasbarsoph]

There was never a bad episode nypd blue, Each episode was better than the previous.

[@unclefester9113]

NYPD.... Was one of the finest cop shows ever. Still is head and shoulders above the competition. The cast was flawless and the writing was very effective.

[@vice2versa]

+Scooter Rallen doesn't beat the wire.

[@jaxcoss5790]

Beats The Wire all day long!

[@WithoutRemorse12]

vice2vursa The Wire literally created its own subgenre. So it's not a fair comparison.

[@mradamcooley]

as good as the wire and the shield are in the history of cop dramas, nypd blue was in a league of its own for most of its run. thanks for this clip.

[@jerryx3253]

Shield is about cops being bad and corrupt. Wire is about society being broken. Nypd blue is about personal growth. Different themes.

[@kendallrivers1119]

Um forgetting to mention Hill Street Blues and Homicide Life on the street? The top two greatest cop shows ever as well as some of the greatest tv dramas period?

[@bethzacharski2636]

Who couldn’t be safe with Sipowicz. He makes you feel safe and that makes you attractive to him and laugh at his humor. I love that man!

[@jshields3729]

My favorite tv detective of all time.

[@beverlysmith9179]

One of my favorite cop dramas since Hill Street Blues!!

[@pepsiguy52883]

The corn nuts part was hilarious

[@BlueWahoosFan]

Andy Sipowicz was the greatest character on any crime drama ever! He was tough, smart, loyal and could be dead serious or funny as all get out, with a dry sense of humor.

[@kardzfn21]

I've watched some pretty good cop shows over the past 29 yrs but NYPD Blue-It's the BEST, in a league of its own, untouchable-Show that has us watching what we watch today b/c Steven Bochco, David Milch, & ABC decided to take some risk and put on a show like nothing we'd EVER seen before now look what it has given us so everytime I hear somebody dog NYPD Blue I'll say What's your favorite show? They tell me I always say Well guess what that shouldn't be like it is, if it weren't for NYPD Blue!

[@justinh5076]

This was my favorite show back in the day

[@thomasthomas2418]

"You wanna call me 'sweetheart' and see what happens?" Andy Sipowicz; No truer friend, no fiercer enemy!

[@raymundoo6768]

The last of the anti-heroes

[@Bertiesghost]

@southerncajuncharm I said he's the grandfather of the TV anti-heroes.

[@JackMcCrack10]

I can name about 16 of them since this show was cancelled lol