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I had completed the purchase by correspondence of Dr. Parpalaid's practice, and I had finally arrived to take it over from him.

7 seconds sound clip from the Dr Knock (Theatre Royal 1954) classic radio drama series episode.

You can hear this line at 00:01:54.509 in the radio play.

Quote context

[...]

- Here, then, is Robert Morley as Dr. Knock.

- I am a sincere believer in the cause of medical science...

- In the district where I have recently begun to practice, I think that I may claim that I have done more towards the instilling of a proper respect for medical science than most of my professional colleagues.

- Certainly more than my predecessor, Dr. Parpalaid. I well remember our first meeting just three short months ago.

- It was my first visit to the district, one of the most picturesque of France's mountain arrondissements.

- I had completed the purchase by correspondence of Dr. Parpalaid's practice, and I had finally arrived to take it over from him.

- Well, well, the king is dead. Long live the king.

- Yes, my dear sir, from this moment, and I congratulate you. From this very moment, my practice is yours.

- If a patient calls before we leave, calls to consult me, my answer will be, no, my good friend, no. Here is your doctor now, Dr. Knock.

- I won't open my mouth again, professionally, unless you should do me the honor to call me into consultation.

- I should be most honored to do so in view of your local experience.

[...]

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Dr Knock (1954) Sound Clip

Dr KnockEnjoy Robert Morley's performance in the 1954 Theatre Royal radio play of Jules Romain's 'Dr Knock', and explore standout quotes on our website.

Actors: Robert Morley (Dr Knock), Sir Ralph Richardson (Host)

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