Inherit the Wind (1988 TV Movie)
Darren McGavin: E.K. Hornbeck
Quotes
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E.K. Hornbeck : Oh, come on, Henry! I know I'm rancid butter to you, but I'm on your side of the bread.
[He winks knowingly]
Henry Drummond : I doubt very much if you're on anybody's side.
E.K. Hornbeck : [Smiles] You may have something there, Henry. I'm admired for my detestability.
[Flipping an apple in the air and catching it]
E.K. Hornbeck : would you, uh, like a bite from the tree of knowledge?
[Taking a bite]
E.K. Hornbeck : Awful good! Well, devil, welcome to Hell!
[He leaves]
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E.K. Hornbeck : [to Drummond after the judge rules against the admission of scientific testimony] Step right up and get your tickets to the Middle Ages.