Opening doors Quote by Russell T. Davies
![“Dalek Sec: The Doctor will open the Ark! The Doctor: Ha ha, the Doctor will not. Dalek Sec: You have no way of resisting! The Doctor: Mm, you got me there. [withdrawing the sonic screwdriver] Although, there is always this. Dalek Sec: A sonic probe? The Doctor: [with jocular bravado] That's…” quote by Russell T. Davies](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c42/russell-t-davies-2-43883_opening-doors_dalek-sec-the-doctor-will-open-the-ark-t_368144.jpg)
““ Dalek Sec: The Doctor will open the Ark! The Doctor: Ha ha, the Doctor will not. Dalek Sec: You have no way of resisting! The Doctor: Mm, you got me there. [withdrawing the sonic screwdriver] Although, there is always this. Dalek Sec: A sonic probe? The Doctor: [with jocular bravado] That's screwdriver. Dalek Sec: It is harmless. The Doctor: Ohh, yes. Harmless is just the word: that's why I like it! Doesn't kill, doesn't wound, doesn't maim. But I'll tell you what it does do: It is very good at opening doors. [He pushes the switch and the doors explode inwards; Jake's squad and some Cybermen run in and open fire.] ””
About This Quote
Source TV: Doctor Who, Episode “The Ark”, 2008
The Doctor uses humor and a harmless tool to outwit a threat, showing wit can disarm danger.
In simple terms: Cleverness can turn a harmless object into a powerful advantage.
Key Takeaway
Use humor and ingenuity to solve problems.
Themes
creativity
humor
strategy
Mood
playful
lighthearted
Type
inspirational
entertaining
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- improvisation
- problem solving
- high‑stress situations
Key Concepts
science fiction
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you used wit to defuse tension?
- Can a simple tool change outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Humor may not work against all serious threats.
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