Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (TV Series)

The Devil Complex (2018)

Clark Gregg: Phil Coulson

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• Phil Coulson : What are you trying to save the planet from? Why do you need the Gravitonium?

  General Hale : No. I understand you, Coulson. I even admire you a bit. But I don't trust you yet.

  Phil Coulson : That feeling is becoming increasingly mutual. You're not exactly giving off benevolent vibes here.

  General Hale : Benevolent is not enough. Your charisma and empathy will only get you so far. I don't lose sleep at night worrying about the difficult calls. I do what's necessary. And, yes, sometimes, people have to die. But I'm willing to pull the trigger. Are you?

  Phil Coulson : If the right person that's on the other end of the gun.

  General Hale : Then let me point it in the right direction. Let me show you what we're really up against. Come with me.

  Phil Coulson : No, thank you. I don't like taking orders from backseat pilots.

• Anton Ivanov : You didn't really think you'd seen the last of me, did you?

  Phil Coulson : I should've known there was more of you out in the wind. You squash one cockroach, there's bound to be others nearby.

  Anton Ivanov : Although I think you will find I do not squash to easily these days.

  Phil Coulson : So much for the "superior humanity" shtick.

  Anton Ivanov : I have simply redefined what that means. Parts of me will always be human. But I have gained so much with this new form. Strength. Immortality. How's that for a cool origin story, bro?

  Melinda May : So, what? You've turned over a new leaf? Or just another Russian trying to infiltrate our democracy?

  Anton Ivanov : Humanity still stands threatened. I will ensure this planet's survival for generations. But Hale is an important part of that.

  Phil Coulson : So you're the one holding her leash?

  Anton Ivanov : You will bring her to me. Or Mr. Creel will blow this lovely plane out of the sky. He and I will survive of course, but... I am less confident of your chances.

• Anton Ivanov : Put it on. I'll need to scan your hand, too, for weapons.

  Phil Coulson : You know, somehow, this is only the second-worst part of the invitation I've ever received.

  Carl Creel : Just put the damn hood on, Coulson.

  Phil Coulson : You know me, Carl. Whatever lies Hale is selling you...

  Anton Ivanov : Look at how he scrambles to save face.

  Phil Coulson : Oh. You're still here. Hey, speaking of faces, how come your robo-warriors don't have any?

  Anton Ivanov : They are merely soldiers. Tools for battle.

  Phil Coulson : Interesting. 'Cause, see, I think, when you lost your partner Aida, you lost the ability to make convincing LMDs. That's why Hale isn't one. And you know what else I think? You're not the one calling the shots here. What happened, bro? Hale must have your balls in a vise.

  General Hale : Actually... it's his head in a jar.