NYPD Blue - Best Scene Of The Series With Returning Det. Bobby Simone/ Jimmy Smits !!!

[@justanotherdrunk]

*0:40** Notice The Pigeon Sounds At Bobby's Appearance! A Fantastic Musical Score And The Ending With Clark Is Great !*

[@jamesdrynan]

A definite misty-eyed scene! Astonishing how invested we became in these characters' lives. Revisiting them through these clips is like sitting down with a family of friends. As Hope would sing, " Thanks for the memories! "

[@wmrrock]

I did not notice until you pointed it out. Thanks.

[@robsimone657]

Wow! Great catch. Made this scene even more powerful. Great characters on a Great show.

[@06VistaBlueGT1]

Always remembered the pigeon sounds, to bring back to Bobby watching over those pigeons on the roof.

[@LEDPENNY]

I always said Bobby Simone but John Kelly is a close second. Only thing is Kelly tended to overshadow Sipowicz a bit whereas Simone and Sipowicz were the perfect team.

[@marktestoni6483]

This show brought me to tears more than once and no more than the final scene of the last episode

[@sjames304]

Dennis Franz makes the phrase, "Wanna grab somethin' to eat?" one of the most tear inducing scenes in television history. Great job.

[@thelatenightbar]

LOL no doubt

[@danw.7483]

Agreed!!

[@daveb970]

gets me every time.. And now that I'm losing my dad to dementia (LBD), this hits home in a way.

[@thomaswagnerjr9137]

Hearing the pigeon sound right before Bobby appears was a nice touch.

[@nicolasadileonardo]

Breaks my heart when he says “I miss you, partner.”

[@AchtungBaby77]

The way Andy says it is full of feeling and emotion - just amazing. Glad I'm not the only one who appreciates it.

[@tylerbushong3452]

“I never got over not having you in the world with me.” None of us did, Andy. None of us did.

[@johncconnolly1]

This is the best cop show ever, the most realistic ever (I am a retired cop), and even though it is 25 years old, it is not dated in the least. Spectacular. The only difficult part for me is deciding which partner of Andy's did I like the most. Bobby Simone is right there at the top of the list, but John Kelly is right there too.

[@MrBadBoy2105]

Thank you for your service

[@morlokkurak4763]

You guys deserve a lot respect for doing a very difficult job. Thank you for your service in helping to keep citizens safe. 👍🇺🇸👍

[@buzzerbeater37]

Simone all day long

[@-BuddyGuy]

I've always been freaked out by this American "thank you for your service" thing. Is anybody asking why it's a dangerous job, or why people join it, or if it needs to be the way it is? Is a cop automatically good? I remember never hearing the term until they couldn't find chemical weapons in Iraq and people started turning against the war, then all of a sudden "support our troops" and "thank you for your service" started popping up everywhere all of a sudden. I understood that Vietnam vets got unfair treatment coming home but if that really mattered to people then they wouldn't be sleeping on the streets with extreme mental problems, and this latest batch of troops wouldn't be growing into the same situation. I've seen it with my own eyes. Young men got their heads permanently fucked up because they were given an opportunity to get revenge for 9/11 and then did not at all get what they signed up for. So I'm wondering if "thank you for your service" is really supposed to mean "What you're doing is ok by me". The "support our troops" terminology came up during the intro for a rodeo I attended and it felt like full blown brainwashing, I was there as a tourist during my first visit in the US and I looked around the crowd and everyone was fully bought into it. I don't think the idea was for people to support the troops. I think it was to support what they were doing. And what they were doing what somebody else's dirty work. Who would pay to advertise support our troops messages and then lowball veterans on medical bills? Anyway, that's why it weirds me out when I see the same reverence being used towards cops. Why all of a sudden is this now a thing

[@deprogramm]

@@-BuddyGuy I'll agree that saying it to cops is kind of weird but with your anti-American rambling I could care less about.

[@tomsmith6381]

God I miss this show. Back the blue

[@minismama2030]

The has got to be one of the most beautiful and amazing scenes in the entire series.

[@chriscampion7791]

I love how Bobby has all the right short, quick, comforting answers. And it’s nice to see them throw faith in the mix. I don’t think they could do that today.

[@ricklarose7002]

You make a great point. You wonder if Disney/ABC would approve of such a script today. So much has changed since the early and mid 90's; and not for the better. One of the most powerful scenes ever done on television in my opinion.

[@HappyHalBallard]

Maybe not. Which is why faith is more important than ever...

[@redfordreddington8834]

of course they could. Faith has never been controversial on TV.

[@howlinhoward]

Good writing is good writing. So long as that's recognized, I don't see a problem talking about faith.

[@SHADOWS1]

That's EXACTLY what needs to be said today brother. We say it ever year at Police Week in D.C.

[@jmachats]

"Life is long. It's long in possibilities, it's long in those you affect, it's long in what lives on after your gone" Incredible, beautiful, wise line

[@crimsonpride9975]

Would've been even more beautiful if you had learned the difference between your and you're.

[@jmachats]

@@crimsonpride9975 You're a limited thinker without the ability to see the forest for the trees or to grasp the big picture. It's probably why you spend most of the day, mouth agape, drooling, with a dumb look on your face wondering what the hell that point was that whizzed over your head every half hour. It's why you're reduced to playing word cop - you're far too stupid and shortsighted to be anything else

[@UberKrispy]

@@crimsonpride9975 thanks incel

[@baroqueguitarist5673]

Right when Bobby Died was around the time I started watching every week. So Danny will always be my favorite partner of Andy. Loved Simone as well but not watching the show yet when Kelly was still on NYPD blue I'm not the biggest fan of Kelly if I'm honest.

[@jmachats]

@@crimsonpride9975 It's also why you're a professional troll and certified dumbass

[@AchtungBaby77]

Bringing back a deceased character could've easily come across as corny or even campy, but this show nailed it and made the scene truly memorable, moving and emotional. These two actors were at the top of their game and it really shines through. Thanks for uploading - I love this show, even all these years later 😍👍

[@justinhuston6855]

I agree with you It could have been camp and corny But anytime they brought in the ghost of a dead character They always did it in a way that made you glad they did and made for some of the best moments in the history of primetime television

[@rickduncan362]

Two fantastic actors in a memorable time in NYPD Blue. One of the best tv shows ever.

[@ardiffley-zipkin9539]

Great dialog & acting. The whole series was wonderful with an outstanding cast.

[@MsRotorwings]

“Teach him to ride out the losses”. Love you Bobby! Best show ever.

[@06VistaBlueGT1]

I watch this scene about once a week. It's one of the best scenes on television with how deep it went. Such an amazing job by both. Really gets to you how much they loved each other & how they miss each other. Absolutely beautiful & I tear up everytime I watch it. 😢

[@justanotherdrunk]

*Thanks for the quality comment - Season 4 starts May 1st!*

[@st.francisxavier-kc9146]

the blue hue around Bobby, makes him stand out. This scene just inspires me. The use of God's name. Bobby using Andy's name. Even with the knowledge that Bobby, Sylvia and Andy Jr. are dead, saying thier names.The direct affirmation that there is a God. The writers wrote a very powerful dialogue and just made the audience feel the Feels.

[@RJC96cj]

Out of the twelve years this ran this is the best scene of the series.

[@unknownprofessor]

Simone and Sipowitz. Smits and Franz. Two of the best characters ever played by two actors at the top of their game. This was the moment when Andy turned the corner and found his place as a leader. Life is long.

[@oldgoat142]

Folks, I've been a cook for a long time and one thing's for sure; those blasted onions will get you every single time.

[@RJSAMCRO]

I am back a year later once again crying because this show is by far the best police show ever written. Andy will always be the best written character for a PD drama. Long Live NYPD Blue

[@paulzeller7429]

God ... I can't get through this scene without being choked up. Incredible acting.

[@dianelewis6074]

I just love NYPD Blue and this scene…I remember when it was on the 1st time. To see Bobby again took my breath away. It captures the love and loss we feel when we loose someone important in our lives. And yes I know that Bobby was only a character in a TV show, but I missed him for a long time. I think a lot of people did.

[@sergiosaunier]

I'm one of those people, lady.

[@rvasquez8057]

You knew when you watched this show how absolutely great it was. Given the distance and time it has been gone from the airways you realize what a true phenomenon it was. The acting the imagery, the directing, the music, the subject matter and the cast where so pivotal in making this a stellar television series for the century. This is one of the examples of what television can be, and once was. Today with very few exceptions it is dismal and filled with such shallowness, well it's not worth even commenting any more when compared to an experience like NYPD Blues. Hat's off to all that had a hand in the making of such a fantastic piece of art.

[@rocknroller77]

So true. I was in high school when it aired, and this and ER were groundbreaking tv. The way they shot then shows was something the public never saw before. I watched ER for a few seasons, but rode out NYPD Blue until the end. Fantastic show

[@patriciaseitz3530]

Andy Sipowicz is the best tv character ever written and brought to screen.

[@anthonycampos8057]

Over Jax Teller, Tony Soprano, and Walter White?

[@BigBaldRon]

His overall character development arc is the best of any character on any TV show, ever.

[@jeannemarie6747]

😭 I love bobby ~ I’ve been watching seasons 2 & 3 while recovering from the hospital. jimmy smits is great in everything ~ especially nypd blue. andy & bobby are great partners. bobby & diane are such a good couple.

[@bredrew1990]

Sipowicz and Simone: The real love story of this show. This seven-and-a-half-minute scene showcased the twelve years of history of this show beautifully. My favorite part was when Andy misunderstood Bobby and told him in so many words Connie and I are good with three kids before finding out Bobby was talking about not giving up on John. And in a way advising him, it was time for him to move on career-wise too. I need someone to reach out to the cast of NYPD Blue to do a reunion interview one of these days.

[@M21L35]

Well stated, Bre.

[@bredrew1990]

@@M21L35 Thank You!!!

[@Bull1908]

Not only could he have used Bobby great advice but John Kelly uplifted Andy when he was down in the beginning of the show. If only David Caruso returned in some fashion

[@julie.1081]

#Bre Drew - Several years ago, I heard they were thinking of doing a NYPD Blue sequel. It was going to be centered around Theo becoming a NYPD detective & investigating Andy's murder. But I haven't heard of anything lately. Unfortunately, Austin Majors, who played Theo, just died recently. Not that they couldn't reboot it still but it's still sad. He was only 27.

[@johnjoseph6886]

The relationship b/w Andy & Bobby will never be bettered by any TV show, this is brilliant beyond words 👏

[@kendallrivers1119]

Maybe not bettered but I'd say Frank Pembleton and Tim Bayliss from Homicide rivals it.

[@jldog134]

Probably my favorite scene Bobby helping his old friend like always

[@michaelignatowicz9470]

When Simone says God bless Andy as Clark comes in gets me every time!! Love this show ❤

[@M21L35]

There WAS no better series in the history of television! EVERYTHING was RIGHT w/NYPD Blue! The story lines, the cast, the music,....EVERYTHING! Long live our memories for those of us who were fortunate enough to be blessed by its viewing!

[@jamesdrynan]

An exquisite scene, beautifully realized. Smits must have relished his cameo return. The first five episodes of season 12 had Andy in a tailspin, crash and burn looming up. This visitation pulled him out of that nosedive. Great writing! And Ah! The doves cooing...

[@ryanloftis1125]

If only life could be like this - people we love return from the dead when we need them the most.

[@ricardocerrillo1897]

As you stated...an exquisite scene...simply put.👌

[@rogerfortner1133]

This was greatest series ever made! The writing and acting was so authentic! I never get tired of watching them!

[@josephbostrom5344]

It was well written, and well performed. And great to see Bobby back in a new way. Excellent scene

[@A1Pro77]

This one scene sums up the brilliance of this series and Andy’s character throughout. It shows the continuation of his character even though the series was coming to an end…brilliantly written and acted by two of the shows favorite characters. Anyone who followed this show and who is not moved to tears watching this scene has no soul. It’s amazing 🥲

[@rogerfortner1133]

The should have titled the series The Evolution and Redemption of Andy Sippowitz! IMO, that is where the series begins and ends!

[@jsjj]

I recently watched every episode of this series again. Without question the best series ever filmed.

[@Avicenna10]

Am I the only guy that tears up every time he see this scene? My dad always loved this show, (as did I) and the two of us used to watch it together every week when it was coming out. Damned if I don't feel like he is still sitting here with me when I watch it here on KZbin or in reruns elsewhere. Yes, I love Bluebloods and the old Hill Street Blues, but NYPD Blue was on another level entirely with the cast and writing and connecting on a human level. What a gift to all of us. If anyone connected with the show ever sees this post (a microscopic possibility), I just want to say thank you, and God bless.

[@RJSAMCRO]

Hands down the best 10 minutes of TV ever made. I saw this episode when it aired and sat with my ex and cried happy tears because Bobby truly was the best and when Andy says I miss you partner I completely broke.

[@sergiosaunier]

I cried then, and I'm crying now, mate.

[@interferenceband7165]

Same. Everytime this scene gets me

[@jasonmcmeekin6712]

This scene never gets old, I wish Andy would have asked about Danny.

[@chrispeplinski7306]

I am surprised Andy didn't mention Danny's death or how he was doing in the heavens.

[@reneperez7903]

@@chrispeplinski7306 Bobby didn’t know Danny which is why he wasn’t mentioned.

[@stefinatrix3426]

He didn't get a chance. John came in and the conversation was over.

[@YD-uq5fi]

@@reneperez7903 er... Bobby didn't now Clark but Clark was mentioned.

[@reneperez7903]

@@YD-uq5fi lol it’s cuz Clark was his partner at the time

[@joerules829]

This was my favorite scene, too. The scene where Bobby was dying and Patsy was guiding him into heaven is also great. When he tells him “Let me show you parents as they were when you best knew your father” it gets me every time since my parents are both gone.

[@pacman9425]

"when you best knew your father" - what does that mean?

[@joerules829]

@@pacman9425 I may be wrong here. But what I always took it to mean was that in heaven, his parents would be as they were when they were young and vibrant. Not as they were in failing health or old age. At least that’s how I would like to see my parents when that day comes.

[@pacman9425]

@@joerules829 I like that. Me too 😊👍

[@cyclingbutterbean]

Hands down best television show ever! Sipowitz's evolution made it what it is. Dennis Franz made Andy's redemption phenomenal.

[@bobkats]

The writers, are brilliant, but when you have the right people saying the lines, it truly is magical.

[@DrKO2453]

This was the best scene ever in NYPD Blue. It was Bobby who put Andy on the right track.

[@joannpoma4366]

Miss this series so much,These two were great,the whole thing was perfect, thank you ❤🇺🇸

[@bradcrosier1332]

Dennis Franz was simply born to play this role (and credit to the writers for writing the character as well as they did). He does a great job of capturing the complexities and sometimes contradictions of Andy.

[@OneBlackman-hb6lw]

Some of the greatest writing, acting and storytelling ever --- and don't talk to me--- 'bout NO Shakespeare!

[@flynnzero9282]

Clark was a young kid that didn’t know how to deal with grief. This scene is exquisite.

[@southloopsoxfan]

I just got done watching the entire series on HULU for the 1st time since it was on network ABC. Wow. It was still as powerful as I remember. It stood the test of time

[@thebrowithnoname1703]

I’ve been binging it too! This is my first time watching it. What a ride!

[@patash345]

Such fantastically written scene, caring, touching and just what Andy needed to help guide him through the rest of the series. Awesome.

[@hogula]

Best scene in the history of television.

[@morlokkurak4763]

When people ask "What's the meaning of life?" They should watch this scene. That's why we were born into this life; to choose a path; to help or to hinder, to build up people or tear them down. God sets before you the way of life or the way of death. Choose life. It isn't about religion, it's about relationship.

[@sergiosaunier]

Wise words.

[@scottkramer481]

My wife and I just finished a 3 month binge of watching every episode on HULU. Great series

[@jacksonia7724]

Bruh my family is about to finish a 2 month binge lol

[@sergiosaunier]

Man, you guys are fast! I'm just glad I watched it all when it originally aired, on a weekly basis.

[@aldonapolitano5979]

A few years ago Iost my closest friend. His family used to call us brothers. I've had dreams about him that felt like this scene, and was able to, in the dream, touch him. It felt very real. Our mutual birthday is coming up and I like to revisit this scene around this time of year. Thank you for posting.

[@rickhibdon11]

Two of the finest actors of the age right there... and both under rated

[@BCHilde505]

I don't even have to watch to agree. Simone and Sipiwicz were THE team. Jimmy's cadence and delivery has always been so amazing.

[@DateTwoRelate]

Sipowicz was clearly the best "Job" in the history of television. He experienced parental abuse and then the death of his partner, his son, and his wife. How on earth can one continue to move forward? Answer: He had two choices. He chose the one that involved continuing to live.

[@paulzammataro7185]

He lost 2 partners.

[@hughbarton5743]

I had, inexplicably, forgot this stunning episode, and of course therefore the brilliant acting which occurred. Thank you so much.

[@timothyoneil5447]

I fucking loved this series, start to finish

[@jsjj]

The chemistry, the dialogue, the cinematography and the music all make this the best scene ever filmed in television.

[@BassmanII]

I believe this was the turning point for Andy, going from just being a detective, to determining himself to rise through the ranks and ultimately becoming Squad Commander.

[@irishpogi]

Lt Bale saw great leadership qualities in Andy that he helped him pass the seargent's exam

[@williamsonia2549]

I have binged this show with my dad and have grown to love it so much and when I got to this episode I couldn’t help but cry seeing jimmy smits again, one of the best shows ever made

[@andreghouse9192]

This and the West Wing are my two favourite series ever, and I struggle at times to split the two apart. Finding a scene equivalent to this in TWW is not too hard because there are so many great scenes, but one as emotion evoking as this: when President Bartlett gives charlie the family knife and says he is proud of him tears me up every time.

[@countryboy39051]

Absolutely one of the best scenes in television history!

[@artdosher5894]

Always my favorite show. Dennis Franz, wonderful actor.

[@edge1289]

Came back to this scene again, man I so miss this show!

[@sjames304]

One of THE GREAT scenes in TV history. Top Ten easily.

[@wmrrock]

A masterclass on acting by Dennis Franz

[@eamonmcdermott4032]

'We come when we are called, Andy.' It's wonderful. Just wonderful stuff!

[@stevenpurdie4412]

I teared up when Andy said, "I'm not going anywhere, John. I'm right here with ya."

[@juanleonardover2383]

I've seen this scene now for the nth time but it never fails to get me.

[@albertlawson5460]

Bobby Simone was Andy's best partner....

[@eijiniizuma6184]

Andy & Bobby were a true partnership of equals who complemented each other incredibly well vs Andy & Danny or Andy & Clark who were clearly jnr detectives Andy was training on the job.

[@MLStanleyK]

Yes, one of the Best scenes in TV History!!!! Transformative & Cathartic.

[@Kingman422]

I still cry when I watch this.

[@jimhenderson9173]

Hard not to.

[@wmathews3423]

great series. re-watching now on Tubi

[@TheNutriarat]

Damn show. Now I have to find some tissues...

[@JohnDretired]

What a beautiful scene.

[@mikewypasek8855]

Thanks for posting this beautiful scene

[@RJC96cj]

I miss you partner. I miss you too.

[@badboybob1074]

That exchange gets me EVERY time. 😭😭😭

[@legalboxers]

God Bless Andy 😭

[@jsjj]

May be the finest scene in any dramatic series ever produced. The acting and the chemistry between Andy and Bobby is so real and believable.

[@johnroberts6245]

God bless Andy. THAT brought tears.

[@rossdiamondthief6627]

Dennis Franz more than earned that Emmy win

[@Willispale78]

It was like the writers knew how I would want someone to visit me from heaven and put it in this phenomenal scene

[@davey989]

Oh boy, talk about tuggin at the heartstrings. Great stuff!

[@jdbrownradio]

I wish my taste in entertainment was more mature when this show was on, because I sure missed out on some of the greatest television ever.

[@thebrowithnoname1703]

I can relate. I wished I watched this show during its initial run. I just binged watched it on Hulu. I’m envious of those who got to experience it while it was on network television.

[@robgoldberg3401]

Absolute classic tv programme, great acting,great theme music. ..

[@goodlife2025-p8w]

The one line of regret from Bobby..."No, not like it was"...heavy stuff, great scene great show.

[@robmlisanti]

I watch this series every couple of years, I will never tire of it best show ever

[@mikekerry22]

I watch this scene probably a bit more than I should. Amazing scene. Gets me every time....

[@terryboivin9173]

I wish Bobby had never died...never cried so much...

[@rahdigga6031]

This scene doesn't happen if David Curoso hadn't left the series 5 eps into the second season. Hands down the best Police procedural show ever.

[@tookiezzz2898]

You are right. David leaving was the best thing that ever happened to the Andy character arch.

[@sergiosaunier]

Good points from both of you. Originally it was supposed to be centered on Caruso's character (which, quite frankly, would make for a much more run-of-the-mill tv series) but, when he opted out, the opportunity to focus on the evolution of Andy's character was just what made it one of the best tv shows ever.

[@kirk4086]

How in the hell could I have missed... Incredible writing...not mention the acting...

[@sergiosaunier]

If you didn't watch it then, you should now, if you have the opportunity. It's one of the best tv series ever.

[@tomc2376]

it was a huge disappointment when Jimmy left the show in 1998. but all 12 seasons are treasures, thanks to Dennis and the whole crew.

[@anthonycampos8057]

Jimmy Smitts was great on Dexter and Sons of Anarchy.

[@Solitaryman70]

Running Scared!!! Chicago not so safe. 😝

[@robertsmith7849]

My favorite scene from my all time favorite TV series.

[@jamesboswell530]

With so many great scenes in the series I’m not sure how you can decide on one but I agree this is a good one 👍

[@sergiosaunier]

Let's say it's one of the best alongside many others from this great show!

[@hashmun6969]

Sipowicz is my favorite character on any television show ever. Perfect writing and acting in my opinion.

[@judyl5260]

This was certainly the most talked about scene

[@mt.rushmore7916]

Man, this was incredible.....incredibly good.

[@billh7214]

This scene, and the whole Bobby dying scenes, are one of maybe 6 in total that made me, cry, and if you didn't, you're not human

[@michaelkrawic3196]

The most touching scene in a series full of them. All these moments …earned. Andy’s anguish and fear and loss is palpable ….. it’s a scene for us all

[@TheStuport]

I really needed to see this today. Very Much Appreciated! Cheers From BBQ Ohio