Browse Acting Monologues & Scenes

Project A

by Etan Cohen

Linda intentionally provokes John's anger and chauvinism in an ancient ruin to help him regain his 'edge' or masculine identity. John, initially confused and frustrated by her mixed signals, eventually snaps into a rude, aggressive persona that Linda celebrates as a breakthrough.

Only Fools and Horses

by Steven Cragg, Brian Bradley

Del Boy tries to convince Rodney that pursuing a corporate career is a mistake, using a local regular as a cautionary tale. He argues that their status at the bottom of the economic ladder is actually a competitive advantage during a recession.

BROOKLYN NINE-NINE

by Dan Goor

Jake Peralta attempts to protect Captain Holt from a death threat by tricking him into a safe house and handcuffing them together. The scene explores the power dynamic shift as Jake enjoys giving orders while Holt remains stoically annoyed by the lack of professionalism.

3rd Rock From the Sun

by Joe Fisch

Sally experiences a crisis of confidence before a date, fearing she will embarrass herself and be rejected. Dick attempts to offer a bizarrely worded pep talk rooted in their shared alien identity, while Harry points out the hypocrisy in Dick's own romantic anxieties.

A.P. BIO

by Mike O'Brien

Jack attempts to impress his high school ex-girlfriend with a fabricated story of his success, only for her to confront him with the embarrassing truth of his downfall. The scene highlights Jack's desperate need for validation and his struggle to maintain his ego after losing his prestigious career.

Brooklyn Nine-nine

by Dan Goor, Michael Schur

Sergeant Terry Jeffords undergoes a psychological evaluation to determine if he is fit to return to active field duty. Despite his claims of being ready, his extreme anxiety about his family's safety and his obsession with death manifest in physical outbursts and morbid word associations.

Get Him to the Greek

by Nicholas Stoller

Aldous Snow has a moment of vulnerable clarity as he confesses his deep, albeit dysfunctional, love for his ex-girlfriend Jackie Q. He recounts a specific, wild memory that made him realize his feelings were real and expresses regret over his estrangement from their child.

Trainspotting

by John Hodge

Spud attempts to sabotage a job interview while high on speed to ensure he continues receiving unemployment benefits without actually getting hired. He oscillates between manic honesty about lying on his application and bizarre, inappropriate tangents about his violent friends, much to the bewilderment of the panel.

The Bungler

by Molière, Richard Wilbur

Lélie confesses to his servant Mascarille that he has accidentally ruined their latest scheme by returning a purse of money to its owner. Mascarille, exhausted by his master's constant incompetence, humorously refuses to help any further, even as Lélie melodramatically threatens to take his own life.

Legally Blonde

by Karen McCullah Lutz, Kirsten Smith

While getting her nails done, Elle Woods consoles Paulette over her recent breakup and lack of confidence. To help Paulette and the other salon patrons, Elle teaches them the 'Bend & Snap,' a foolproof flirtation maneuver designed to get a man's attention.

The School for Wives

by Molière

Arnolphe reels from the discovery that his ward, Agnès, has outsmarted him by sending a secret letter to her lover. He struggles with a volatile mix of fury over his wounded pride and the painful realization that he is genuinely in love with the woman he tried to keep ignorant.

The School for Wives

by Molière

Arnolphe interrogates his young ward, Agnes, about a secret visitor she hosted while he was away. He becomes increasingly frantic and paranoid as the naive Agnes describes her innocent interactions with a young suitor, culminating in a comedic misunderstanding about what the young man 'took' from her.

The Bungler

by Molière, Richard Wilbur

The cunning servant Mascarille attempts to help his master Lélie deceive Trufaldin by posing as an Armenian messenger. The scene becomes a comedic battle of wits as Lélie's incompetence and geographical blunders nearly expose the ruse, forcing Mascarille to invent increasingly absurd explanations to save their plot.

Tartuffe

by Molière

Cléante attempts to reason with his brother-in-law Orgon regarding the obvious hypocrisy of the religious charlatan Tartuffe. While Orgon remains stubbornly blinded by his devotion, Cléante delivers a passionate defense of true piety versus the performative sanctimony of frauds.

Tartuffe

by Molière

Elmire attempts to confront the hypocritical holy man Tartuffe about her husband's plan to marry him to her step-daughter. However, Tartuffe uses the private meeting to drop his pious facade and aggressively pursue Elmire, attempting to seduce her with a sophisticated argument that his lust is merely an appreciation of God's handiwork.

Tartuffe

by Molière

Valère and Mariane engage in a stubborn and prideful argument after hearing that Mariane's father intends for her to marry the hypocrite Tartuffe. Their maid, Dorine, must intervene to stop their mutual posturing and force them to reconcile so they can plot to stop the wedding. The scene highlights the comedic absurdity of young love and the necessity of practical action over emotional drama.

Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle

by Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg

After discovering their local White Castle has been replaced by a Burger Shack, Harold and Kumar face a moral and logistical dilemma. Encouraged by a disgruntled fast-food employee who shares their passion for 'sliders,' they decide to embark on a late-night road trip to satisfy their craving.

The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes

by Billy Wilder, I.A.L Diamond

While traveling by train, Gabrielle confronts Holmes about his cynical views on women as published by Dr. Watson. Holmes defends his skepticism by recounting a series of tragic and treacherous romantic encounters, revealing a rare glimpse into his personal history and emotional detachment.

Home Economics

by Michael Colton, John Aboud

After a heated family argument, Sarah attempts to storm out but realizes she left her keys inside her wealthy brother's house. Connor uses the awkward moment to attempt a reconciliation with his siblings, while Tom and Marina privately debate the humiliation of asking Connor for a loan.

Abbott Elementary

by Quinta Brunson

Janine and Gregory have a chaotic first meeting in the school hallway outside the bathroom. While Janine is dealing with a sick student, Gregory is struggling with a plumbing mishap and a student's bathroom accident, leading to a messy but humorous introduction.

Don't Trust the B- in Apartment 23

by Nahnatchka Khan

June returns home on her birthday to find her roommate Chloe having sex with June's fiancé, Steven, directly on top of her birthday cake. Chloe unapologetically reveals the betrayal while June realizes her life in New York is about to change drastically.

Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23

by Nahnatchka Khan

After Chloe admits to overcharging her new roommate for rent to buy a designer purse, June retaliates by selling all of Chloe's furniture. Instead of being angry, the sociopathic Chloe is impressed by June's newfound ruthlessness, marking a shift in their power dynamic.

BROOKLYN NINE-NINE

by Laura McCreary

Charles Boyle intervenes in a tense moment between Terry and his wife Sharon, delivering a high-stakes, eccentric speech about honesty. His awkward but sincere defense of Terry's career and Sharon's beauty ultimately helps the couple reconcile their conflict regarding Terry's return to field work.

The French Dispatch

by Wes Anderson, Roman Coppola, Hugo Guinness, Jason Schwartzman

In a prison cell, an incarcerated artist and an ambitious art dealer negotiate the purchase of a painting. The dealer, Cadazio, attempts to convince the reluctant Rosenthaler of his professional worth while navigating the awkward presence of the painting's subject, a prison guard named Simone.