Browse Acting Monologues & Scenes

Raging Bull

by Paul Schrader, Mardik Martin

Jake LaMotta's deep-seated paranoia and jealousy boil over during a domestic moment with his brother Joey and wife Vickie. After questioning a simple greeting, Jake interrogates Joey about rumors of infidelity, eventually accusing his own brother of having an affair with his wife. The scene highlights Jake's self-destructive obsession and the deteriorating trust within his inner circle.

The Apartment

by Billy Wilder, I.A.L. Diamond

A married executive tries to usher his mistress out of a borrowed apartment as quickly as possible while she playfully teases him about his infidelity. The scene highlights the transactional and cynical nature of their affair against the backdrop of corporate office politics.

Battle of the Sexes

by Simon Beaufoy

Larry arrives at Billie Jean's hotel room and discovers evidence of her infidelity. Despite his heartbreak, he maintains a professional exterior to protect her focus before her tennis finals, while Billie Jean struggles with the guilt of her secret life.

The Real Thing

by Tom Stoppard

Max confronts his wife Charlotte with the discovery that she has been lying about her business trips abroad after finding her passport hidden at home. Using sharp wit and drunken deflection, Max reveals he has known about her infidelity for some time, while Charlotte struggles with the violation of her privacy.

Hotel Sorrento

by Hannie Rayson

Meg confesses a long-held family secret to her nephew, Troy, regarding her feelings for his late father and the truth about his father's infidelity. She grapples with the complexity of loyalty and the painful realization that the man she loved was not who she thought he was.

Black Mirror: Eulogy

by Charlie Brooker, Ella Road

Carol confesses to an infidelity and a resulting pregnancy through a letter to Philip. She expresses her fear of his reaction while pleading for a chance to reconcile and meet him after her performance.

Revolutionary Road

by Justin Haythe

Frank confesses his infidelity to April in a desperate attempt to elicit an emotional reaction and salvage their crumbling marriage. April responds with a chilling indifference that reveals she has completely fallen out of love with him, leading to a volatile confrontation.

50/50

by Will Reiser

Kyle interrupts Adam and Rachael to reveal photographic evidence of Rachael's infidelity. As Adam reels from the betrayal while battling cancer, Rachael attempts to justify her actions by citing the immense pressure of his illness, leading to a heated confrontation and her eventual expulsion from the apartment.

Fatal Attraction

by James Dearden

Dan confesses to his friend Jimmy about his extramarital affair and the resulting pregnancy that threatens his marriage. He expresses his deep fear of losing his family and reflects on the series of coincidences that led to his infidelity, comparing his vulnerability to a combination lock.

Fatal Attraction

by James Dearden

Following a disturbing discovery in their home, Dan confesses his brief infidelity to his wife, Beth. The revelation quickly escalates into a volatile confrontation as Beth processes the betrayal and the news that the other woman is pregnant.

Tár

by Todd Field

Sharon confronts Lydia Tár about the mounting public scandals and her pattern of infidelity, exposing the power dynamics of their marriage. Sharon demands respect for her role in Tár's professional ascent while Tár attempts to deflect with intellectual arrogance. The scene highlights the collapse of their domestic stability and the transactional nature of their partnership.

Marty Supreme

by Josh Safdie, Ronald Bronstein

Rachel confronts Marty in the back room of a pet shop regarding her pregnancy after months of being ignored. Marty initially reacts with defensive denial and accusations of infidelity before softening into a vulnerable, albeit self-centered, apology.

Being the Ricardos

by Aaron Sorkin

Lucille Ball confronts Desi Arnaz about his whereabouts, highlighting the underlying tension and lack of trust in their marriage. Desi attempts to deflect her suspicions with humor, while Lucy remains focused on the reality of his potential infidelity.

Othello

by William Shakespeare

In the final act of the tragedy, Othello confronts Desdemona in her bedchamber, accusing her of infidelity with Cassio. Despite her desperate pleas of innocence and requests for mercy, Othello's jealousy drives him to carry out his plan to murder her.

Secret Bridesmaids' Business

by Elizabeth Coleman

James attempts to justify his infidelity by blaming the lack of clear communication from women. He expresses frustration over the conflicting expectations placed on men to be both traditionally masculine and emotionally sensitive.

The Vortex

by Noël Coward

Nicky, a drug-addicted young man, delivers a scathing and desperate confrontation to his socialite mother, Florence. He deconstructs her vanity and infidelity before breaking down and pleading for her to finally act as a mother to him.

Secret Bridesmaids' Business

by Elizabeth Coleman

James attempts to justify his infidelity just before his wedding, shifting between defensive frustration regarding gender expectations and a final, blunt admission of his own poor behavior.

The Phoenix

by Thomas Middleton

A sea captain laments his decision to marry, fearing the inevitable infidelity of his wife while he is away at sea. He expresses bitter envy toward wealthy heirs and reflects on his own lack of fortune and freedom.

Poverty Is No Crime

by Alexander Ostrovsky

Korshunov, a wealthy and elderly suitor, attempts to convince a young woman that marrying an old man is superior to marrying a young one. He uses manipulation and cynical logic to argue that youth brings jealousy and infidelity, while age brings stability and material rewards.