Mulder Quote by Charles Grant
![“Scully, you're a doctor, for God's sake. You gonna tell me you actually go along with this s---?' [said the Sheriff]. Mulder held his breath. 'Sheriff,' [Scully] answered in her most official, neutral voice. 'I have never known Mulder to be so far off-base that I would dismiss everything he says…” quote by Charles Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/321/charles-grant-32555_mulder_scully-you-re-a-doctor-for-god-s-sake-yo_1843619.jpg)
““Scully, you're a doctor, for God's sake. You gonna tell me you actually go along with this s---?' [said the Sheriff]. Mulder held his breath. 'Sheriff,' [Scully] answered in her most official, neutral voice. 'I have never known Mulder to be so far off-base that I would dismiss everything he says out of hand.'... Thank you Scully, Mulder thought with a brief smile. I'd rather have a resounding 'Absolutely and how dare you,' but that'll do in a pinch. On the other hand, the day that 'Absolutely and how dare you' actually came, it would probably kill him with amazement.””
About This Quote
Source TV Script: The X-Files, Season 1, Episode 2 (1993)
A character doubts another’s credibility, yet acknowledges occasional insight, highlighting tension between skepticism and belief.
In simple terms: Skepticism coexists with occasional trust.
Key Takeaway
Balance doubt with openness to truth.
Themes
skepticism
trust
belief
dialogue
Mood
cautious
curious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- investigative work
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
epistemic humility
character dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you trust a skeptical partner?
- How do you handle contradictory evidence?
A Different Perspective
Blind trust can be exploited; excessive doubt hinders collaboration.
![“I'm okay,' [Mulder] said, shifting over to make room for Scully. 'Just thinking.' 'Out here, that'll get you pneumonia.' 'Is that a doctor's truth thing?'... 'No, it's cold, that's what it is. God, Mulder, why can't you ever have a mood someplace warm?” quote by Charles Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a35/charles-grant-32555_cold_i-m-okay-mulder-said-shifting-over-to-ma_2867218.jpg)
![“Really?' [Scully said]... 'And you think that makes sense?' 'It does to me.' [said Mulder]. 'Of course it does,' she said flatly. 'Whatever was I thinking of.” quote by Charles Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/138/charles-grant-32555_mulder_really-scully-said-and-you-think-that-ma_2572731.jpg)
![“And the...' [Mulder] stumbled several times, making [Scully] smile, before he managed, 'Sangre Viento?' He winced when he heard himself; his Spanish was still lousy.” quote by Charles Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7f0/charles-grant-32555_mulder_and-the-mulder-stumbled-several-times-ma_2242937.jpg)
![“It's hot,' [Mulder] said, dropping on the bench beside [Scully]. 'It's July, Mulder,' Garson reminded him. 'It's New Mexico. What did you expect?' 'Heat I can get at home. An oven I already have in my apartment.” quote by Charles Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a93/charles-grant-32555_heat_it-s-hot-mulder-said-dropping-on-the-ben_329869.jpg)
![“Dana?' [asked Garson]. She nodded to show him she was listening. 'Why does he call you Scully all the time? I mean, you do have a first name.' 'Because he can,' she answered simply, without sarcasm, and didn't bother to explain. Just as it would be hard to explain why Mulder was, without question…” quote by Charles Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/af5/charles-grant-32555_best-friend_dana-asked-garson-she-nodded-to-show-him_208361.jpg)
![“I have to admit, this place gives me the creeps.' [said Scully]. 'The creeps?' said Mulder with a smile. 'Just because a bunch of big, strong men cleared out so fast they didn't finish their food? And then vanished into thin air? Don't be silly. I'm sure there's a nice scientific explanation. Oh…” quote by Les Martin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c0d/les-martin-33486_mulder_i-have-to-admit-this-place-gives-me-the_450723.jpg)
![“Scully-' 'I screwed up.' Her hands again. 'Damnit, I screwed up.' 'Nope' [Mulder] said... 'If I was dead, then you would have screwed up.' She saw the grin. 'Then I'd have to haunt you.' 'Mulder that's not funny.' 'But you don't believe in ghosts and goblins...” quote by Charles Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/681/charles-grant-32555_x-files_scully-i-screwed-up-her-hands-again-damn_1940505.jpg)
![“[Mulder] slowed as he approached the front walk, slipping his left hand into his pocket to wrap around his gun. Front or back? Wait for Scully, or do the stupid thing and go in on his own? He had no realistic alternative.” quote by Charles Grant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d5e/charles-grant-32555_left-hand_mulder-slowed-as-he-approached-the-front_2428883.jpg)
