The Departed Monologues & Audition Scenes

Characters: Billy, Madolyn

An undercover mole, Billy, undergoes a court-ordered psychiatric evaluation where he aggressively challenges the therapist's integrity. The scene explores themes of honesty and deception as Billy manipulates the session to secure medication while masking his extreme psychological stress.

Characters: Colin

Colin Sullivan delivers a calculated, false testimony to internal affairs regarding the shootout that resulted in the deaths of Billy Costigan and Trooper Brown. He carefully frames another mole to protect his own identity while maintaining a facade of heroism and professional respect.

Characters: Costello, Colin

In a dark adult cinema, a mole within the police force meets with his mob boss to discuss a high-stakes internal investigation. Colin attempts to assert his competence and warn his mentor to lay low, while Costello uses intimidation and crude humor to remind Colin of the lethal consequences of failure.

Characters: Billy, Costello

Mob boss Frank Costello questions Billy Costigan's motivations while reflecting on the integrity of Billy's late father. Costello tests Billy's resolve, warning him about the dangerous nature of their association and the legacy of his family.