I was trying to figure out why this is so powerful. Like maybe it's just the switch from goofball to sincerity. Or how foes come together to be friends when it gets real serious. But this got me emotional as a kid and still gets me at 50. James was a real powerhouse. That's why this is still so powerful.
@Leo Peridot that's fine keep being a snowflake,bc we both know in the event of a second civil the pussy ads north with so few guns and people who even know how to use them will never win again. I just find you pussy snowflake sjws funny at how easily offended you get
@@lockonstratos7787 I barely even noticed the fuckin thing and i was glued to the tv friday night for this. This fuckin snowflake should get a swift kick to the nuts. As he didnt live back then,his point is worthless and useless. When i hear that crap, they are dismissed as idiots with no hope for a cure, too far gone. Grow some balls and do some real work. And dont expect everything to be handed to you.
Took me back when I was three. I turned 45 3 days ago It was the only show I was allowed to stay up past 9:00 to watch. Came on a channel 2 at 9:00 on Friday nights and then came happy days and then Saw na na
I'm 48 years old now and I was 12 myself at the time. I'd sure love to go back in time to that age! The Duke's was my favorite tv show of all time and things were so simple then for me!
@@marcuscompton3772 I'm 55 years old (will turn 56 on October 22,2022.) I was near 13 when the dukes of Hazzard started out on tv and things were simpler for me then, too!
Throughout this entire series, this is undoubtedly the best scene in the whole series. You almost feel sorry for Rosco. James Best deserved some kind of award for his performance here and it showcases just how talented an actor he really is.
I also love the scene where the burglars take the general and drive him into the pond and the rossco and enis are trying to find bo and Luke. Enis almost crying you can hear pain in his voice begging rossco to help him then you hear with sadness“I can’t enis… I can’t swim.” A scene to show that they do indeed respect the duke boys and don’t in fact hate them. Or the scene later where he has to tell Jesse that his boys are “dead”
Roscoe was a idiot and always put to get them boys. When it came down to it. Roscoe and Bos Hog always knew they could count on them. This was the only time Roscoe begged and pleaded with them.
OMG I remember this episode when it first aired. To see Rosco break down like that tore at the hearts of everyone watching. The Dukes always did the right thing no matter what - even if it meant saving their worst enemy.
How is 3 years old in this came on the first time I remember it too. I'm weird though I can remember when I was very young even 18 months old from what my mom said. I got to admit it's more like a flash rather than a memory now. I remember every episode of The dukes of Hazzard though.
James Best is a tremendous actor, he could be the comedian, plus he could be so dramatic and tear your heart out. I loved watching him with Sorrell Booke. They were great together!
D J Tanner They say James Best was so great an actor that when they wanted him to shed a tear he'd reply "Which eye?". No joke and I believe he probably could do that.
In 1974 James Best was actor-in-residence at Ole Miss and taught a drama class for Mississippi Thespian students. 50 high school kids and he talked to us like we were his students, even more so, he respected us as "future actors", as he said it. It was memorable. Nicest guy there was. At the end, he entertained us with "The Rainmaker", with three more professional actors, just for us high school students. It's a memory I'll have for my life.
I was just a little kid when this show was out (it was my favorite). For a while I actually thought I did live in Hazzard County. I was pretty disappointed when I got old enough to realize I wasn't.
Many people don't know that James Best is is a very smart and very educated and highly talented man. Playing Sheriff Rosco is only one small part to his impressive acting career.
very true and sorrell booke was very much loved although I couldn't stand Boss Hogg sorrell booke was a great actor he was on an episode of mash and James best was on an episode of the andy Griffith show
That is the one thing I adore about this show and re-watching it. There was love in every regular character. Good and bad. No one was truly evil. They don't make'em like this anymore.
David Shirley ive always loved when the bad guy was given “human” lines. No matter what show or movie it was. As long as it was written and performed right. The clip where the boys drown and boss and roscoe have to tell uncle about it was written wonderfully
This one and the episode where Roscoe thought Bo and Luke had drowned. I swear, him crying when he was telling Uncle Jessie that Bo and Luke had drove into the pond and didn't come up still brings tears to my eyes after all these years :'-(
I'm so glad that I got to meet James Best in 2006 in Nashville at Dukefest. I will always cherish that moment of shaking his hand and telling him how much I enjoyed the show growing up. R.I.P James
Carmona Roberto you're forgetting when Roscoe thinks the boys drowned in the pond. That was another of Roscoes (James Best) greatest performances on the show.
@@ROTAXD I was going to mention that one; thanks. Yes, that's probably one of my favorite Dukes of Hazzard episodes. All the actors in the show were at their peak in that one. Jesse's reaction to the news was superb. As for Denver Pyle's acting, the episode where Jesse lost the farm and sank into depression-that was some of his finest acting on the show. Tom Wopat's episode was the boxing match episode.
James Best was such a great actor. He had some really touching scenes in this show to go along with the impeccable comedic timing. Show will forever be a classic.
Aw Man... What a horrible loss when we lost James Best.... He *Was* and *is* my favorite character, NO person on the dukes. James made Rosco. Rosco wasn't just a character and lines on a page: James Best put the feel and the work into Rosco... R.I.P. James Best: Gone but Never Gone.... ....
Absolutely.... James best was Rosco... Anyone else trying to be Rosco just doesn't work... It was kind of that way with most of the characters on the show.... In my opinion that's why the new version just didn't work.... They should've did a next generation thing or something like that instead of trying to copy the old show....
If you look at James Best's resume he was in a whole bunch of films before Dukes. I don't remember him being in Hooper. I will have to re-rent that. R.I.P. James Best.
To many snowflakes out there listening to cry babies... then giving I'm to those two faced cry babies need more back bone need a real man in charge one with enough to say no.... and run this show again.
Bruce cockinson while that may have been true, that’s what made the Dukes good people. Because they helped those even who have done them dirty in the past. They did unto others like they’d like to be treated, exactly like what the GoldenRule says. And if you’ll remember what Uncle Jessie said in the Reunion movie (and it’s so true too), “If you start acting like your enemies, what makes you any different?”
Something y'all forget. At the end of the day, Boss and Jesse were best friends. Want proof? Watch "Witness for the Prosecution" from Season 2 and "The Late JD Hogg "from season 3 I think it was although it could be 4. This is, in my opinion, the 2nd best scene in all of Dukes. The first being James and Denver in "The Ghost of General Lee" chokes me up to this day.
@@atlfan48 oh i know man, I'm goin off memory but I think they were pals when they were kids..... .like they say if you reach middle age and have a handful of childhood friends you can count on 1 hand youre lucky.
sad sad week ..on monday april 6 2015 we lost a great actor...James Best "" roscoe p. coltrane passed away...rip in peace & may it always be said """ YOU DIPSTICK ''''
I didn't realize it had been that long I just heard recently like 6 months ago that he died. I saw an interview with James Best a little while back He is so the opposite of his character which means he was an unbelievable actor. Acting was one of the hardest things I ever did. I'm glad that John Schneider has his own TH-cam channel to get to hear a lot of interesting trivia about the show and even James best.
What a wonderful time back then! To those who grew up then, know Exactly what I’m talkin bout! Wakin up every Saturday morning after the Friday night dukes show! Going outside and playing like Bo amd Luke!!. Great memories of those years!!!
One of the most emotional, and best scenes, from the entire series in my opinion. James Best is great here as Sheriff Rosco, who begs for help from the Duke boys to save Boss Hoggs' life. I know it's just a scene from a TV show and that they are characters and not real people, but this really moves me every time I watch it. A great scene!
I purchased the DVD set of the entire series this summer, and have been enjoying it so much. It was such a part of my childhood, and now, seeing it as an adult, I remember why my whole family gathered in front of the TV every Friday to watch it. Now, I love passing that on to my kids.
That’s how it was here in the south we had our differences but when we where in trouble we banded together, don’t see that much no more, keeping us divided
This is what true humanity is all about setting our difference and opinions aside and helping another even if they have done wrong to us! Today you can't find it anymore you can't find it in family, friends, or church it's sad to say none the least but it's truth! Cats and dogs are getting along better than humans can and this is a problem today where's the love this is just something to think about! Now think about it!
Thanks so much for posting this. I remember seeing this on TV and being amazed by this unexpected show of emotion, all presented totally in-character. James Best was a fine actor, and I'm sad that he's no longer with us.
This is the single best performance of James Best aka Rosco P Coltrane in the ENTIRE Dukes Of Hazzard series right here gets me teary eyed every time I see it
I'm 52 yrs old & I'll still watch the reruns on my DVDs every once in a while. This show defined my childhood memories of growing up in the 70s & 80s in Gordon Alabama. Along with... The Incredible Hulk C.H.I.Ps Logan's Run Emergency BJ & The Bear Movin' On The 6 Million Dollar Man The Bionic Woman The Fall Guy Dallas Hee-Haw Southeastern Championship Wrestling Georgia Championship Wrestling Florida Championship Wrestling .....Much love from Mobile Alabama
Good god I'm so glad I was raised in a time when even the tv show you love shows you all how you should treat everyone with respect and you have to have morals that's what we are missing in this country today
I credit this show with one of the reasons I'm not like the newer generation of people I know. I have very good manners and I'm completely the opposite of way I get stereotyped because of the way I look. I'm a 240 pound bodybuilder. But I love this show they just don't make them like this anymore they taught me a lot
James Best was tops! He has moments that show his range in this scene and the episode where he thinks the Duke boys have drowned. For me, his greatest performance is in Sam Fuller's 'Shock Corridor' (1963) in which he plays a patient in an insane asylum--his switching from madness to sanity and his soliloquy about his life really show his acting chops.
It certainly was. So was the other one. Disgusting and despicable and a slap in the face to the DOH faithful and the better times and morals the show came from.
It was definitely a disgrace to Denver Plye. Uncle Jessie wasn't a laid back pot smoker. I like Willie Nelson and pots alright in moderation, but that's not who Uncle Jessie was lol.
I do remember hearing a James Best interview, being an acting coach, while bring asked to cry on camera and asked , what eye you want the tear to come out of?
Jeff Hill ~ All actors are taught how to do this in drama courses and it is expected of them to perform this on cue, it's called " method acting". (;_:)
I remember him crying in the scene where he said "I can't swim" when the General Lee sunk below the water in that double episode where Bo and Luke wound up letting everybody believe they'd died for some reason I can't remember. It really teared me up!
I got to meet him in person he was a nice human being took the time with us fans.every fan ask to do signature line he did it with smile and with joy very lucky to have met him.
James Best was an actor who, according to those who worked with him, was able to shed tears on command. One of the many reasons he was an outstanding actor.
He played Jim Lindsey on the Andy Griffith Show. One of his last roles was the retired sheriff in the "Sweet,Sweet Blues" episode of 'In The Heat Of The Night.'
If Bo & Luke didn't go rescue Boss Hogg at Rosco's request, not only would Rosco be mad at them for failing to save Boss Hogg but also Boss Hogg's wife, Lulu, who would've gone into such an emotional shock she might not recover from. Good thing that Bo & Luke show that they have hearts.
Don't think they planned on not rescuing Boss, I think they refused to let themselves be responsible for Boss's predicament, even though they did rip off Big Jim.
this was one of my favorite episodes because of this scene. James Best was at his best right there mixing an emotional scene in a comedy . Just awesome.
I met a gentleman 10 years ago in Hickory North Carolina that own a marina and James best was a friend of his there and James best was an accomplished painter from what I understand. He had a couple paintings of his that were given to him by James best I never saw them but this was the story I was told. I like James best what's not to like about him he was a good guy there's no question about that. Rest in peace partner you are missed by more fans than you could imagine. Mark Scott
Went home to visit, some old pals and I had a few beers in us and put in a Duke's DVD. Got to this scene and 8 grown country boys were all trying not to cry, then "if anything happens to my little fat buddy" played and waterworks commenced
Ties to other classic shows: James Best was the guitar player Jim Lindsey on The Andy Griffith Show and the one that played Uncle Jesse was Briscoe Darlin. Sorrel Booke a few years earlier was Archie Bunker's boss Mr. Sanders on All In The Family and then eventually fired him when he found out he was moonlighting as a bar owner while calling in sick.
You must be two years older than me because you said 74 on your handle. I was born in 76 and I didn't like boss either but I would have helped after what Roscoe said. I loved the show.
I enjoyed watching this show because unlike many other shows these days there's always an agenda. This was pure straight up clean fun and wholesome family viewing.
I remember this scene from when I watched the dukes of Hazzard. It would pop up in my mind from time to time. How ironic to see the exact clip that sometimes come to memory.
I remembered it very well too and I saw it originally when I was 3 years old. I just remember thinking how the boys actually helped out Roscoe when he really needed it.
Awww this is so totally precious 😢 I probably saw this show because I never missed an episode, but it's been so long ago I didn't remember this. Thank you so much for sharing this! I really loved Roscoe, it was impossible not to. I loved that ornery Boss Hogg too and I think we all loved Enos ☺ But there was just something very special about Roscoe. And in spite of the character he played, it was pretty easy to see he didn't have a mean bone in his body. RIP "Roscoe" James Best, and Boss Hogg too. And RIP Uncle Jesse... I miss you. They all have a special place in my heart.
Man this scene got to me...that is good acting. I couldn't believe Rosco got me caring about the Boss. I actually teared up on this...dang Best was an amazing actor.
It's from Season 2. Episode 10: "Granny Annie." I remember Catherine Bach stating in the "Dukes" pilot commentary that James Best would ask "Which eye?" if someone wanted him to be poignant. He certainly was in this scene. Mr. Best & Sonny Shroyer also gave wonderful performances in "Ghost of General Lee." These types of moments are gems throughout the series. I'm sure seeing the episode, "Too Many Rosco's" might be a little emotional next time.
Robin61478 My brother, girlfriend, and myself got Sonny Shroyer's autograph a couple of weeks ago In Tennessee:) One of the nicest people you will ever meet.
David Nicholson Very nice. :) Was Mr. Shroyer at a public show? What a thrill! I lived in Mississippi for 3 years, and was hopeful I could attend a Dukes festival held in Tennessee, or else visit one of the Cooter's Place locations. Circumstances have changed now, but I'll always have a fondness for Dukes. Have you read Mr. Best's autobio, Best in Hollywood?
Wonderful clip ! The greatest thing about that also was the fact that each and every one of those actors on that show dearly loved one another behind the scenes i understand. They had a lot of fun. Thats special. RIP James, Sorrel and Denver. God bless. 🙏
I was never a really big fan of this show but I've watched a few episodes when I was younger, mainly for the car stunts. While the show is often dismissed by many as "corny" or not worthy of airtime when I see the immoral vulgar filth that is marketed to adults & children today by Hollyweird in the name of "entertainment" I really began to realize how much of a wholesome, family-friendly show this is. Sad to say, but the days of quality family-friendly entertainment like 'Dukes" are probably long gone.
Steel Dragon - the sad part is when the younger generation tries to be like Miley Cyrus. My Italian grandmother used to say back in the day, it's the end of the world. Kind of wonder if she's right?
I used to watch this from 8-9 friday nights ,glued to the set. I met John at his fathers funeral. Bittersweet. then dallas was on. My mom said I could watch if i stayed quiet 😃 Who shot J.R.? 😂
The true reason TVLAND took the show off the air. Not because of the shooting at the church, but because they had to make more room for the new modern day filth.
It's why I don't generally watch TV anymore. The last TV I owned had a CRT. I turned it off in 2008 and never switched it on again. Left it behind when I moved, never bought a replacement. Good riddance, I say.
I saw him on a western the other day and he couldn't have been older than 20 years old. Yeah he was a talented man. I'm glad he led a good life and said good examples.
Gotdamn! James Best was one of the best character actors of his day!! Everyone from that show did their thing, but Sorrell Booke, James Best and Denver Pyle laid it on thick when it came to the dramatic.
Saddest part of the episode. Nothing sadder than seeing Rosco cry. When Boss cries he is like a spoiled kid throwing a temper tantrum. Now when Rosco cries it seems more sincere, underneath that hard shelled by the book county sheriff has a tender heart, especially with his dog.
James Best started his career in 1950 (according to IMDB). He did many different genres of movies and tv shows. Western, Dramas, Science Fiction, Romance and of course Comedies. He did 3 Twilight Zone episodes. The Grave/Jess-belle/Jeff Myrtle Bank. People sometimes forget that many actors of that time especially in the 50's and 60's were multi talented including dancing and singing. He had 188 credits!!
This is why I loved Jimmie so much. What a wonderful performance. I miss him every day.
I was trying to figure out why this is so powerful. Like maybe it's just the switch from goofball to sincerity. Or how foes come together to be friends when it gets real serious. But this got me emotional as a kid and still gets me at 50. James was a real powerhouse. That's why this is still so powerful.
I miss him every day too John
Hey John, you guys were the best! I grew up watching the Dukes, loved that show so much!
Hey John. Sorry for your loss. I know you really loved Alicia and she was your smile, but she is in a good place now. God Bless You John.
Yes sir john,he lived 15 minutes from me ,we fished together on lake hickory,he will be missed.
Rosco was a comedic role, but James Best was a fine actor.
He was also quite the opposite of the role he played!
Hell of a singer, too.
@@TestingPyros I met him once when he was actor-in-residence at Ole Miss. He was teaching 50 high school students and he was as nice as they come.
Kinda reminds me of a character Will Farrell would play
James Best is and was one of my favorite actors and a true gentleman!!
A Tv show that taught about morals and values back in a day when people still had morals and values.
Only to be labeled racist by the trash of society today
@Leo Peridot awe is the wittle babie upset over a tv show that wad never racist but has a webal flag,awe poor babie.
@Leo Peridot that's fine keep being a snowflake,bc we both know in the event of a second civil the pussy ads north with so few guns and people who even know how to use them will never win again.
I just find you pussy snowflake sjws funny at how easily offended you get
@@lockonstratos7787
I barely even noticed the fuckin thing and i was glued to the tv friday night for this.
This fuckin snowflake should get a swift kick to the nuts.
As he didnt live back then,his point is worthless and useless.
When i hear that crap, they are dismissed as idiots with no hope for a cure, too far gone. Grow some balls and do some real work.
And dont expect everything to be handed to you.
@Leo Peridot
You're just salty Hillary lost and you're talking it out on the Dukes.
This immediately took me back to being 12 years old. This show was such great family tv.
Took me back when I was three. I turned 45 3 days ago It was the only show I was allowed to stay up past 9:00 to watch. Came on a channel 2 at 9:00 on Friday nights and then came happy days and then Saw na na
Right with ya bro. When tv was something.
I'm 48 years old now and I was 12 myself at the time. I'd sure love to go back in time to that age! The Duke's was my favorite tv show of all time and things were so simple then for me!
@@marcuscompton3772 I'm 55 years old (will turn 56 on October 22,2022.) I was near 13 when the dukes of Hazzard started out on tv and things were simpler for me then, too!
I'm 75 and I used to watch this with my son who is 48 now, GOOD OLE DAYS!
Throughout this entire series, this is undoubtedly the best scene in the whole series. You almost feel sorry for Rosco. James Best deserved some kind of award for his performance here and it showcases just how talented an actor he really is.
I also love the scene where the burglars take the general and drive him into the pond and the rossco and enis are trying to find bo and Luke.
Enis almost crying you can hear pain in his voice begging rossco to help him then you hear with sadness“I can’t enis… I can’t swim.” A scene to show that they do indeed respect the duke boys and don’t in fact hate them.
Or the scene later where he has to tell Jesse that his boys are “dead”
Roscoe was a idiot and always put to get them boys. When it came down to it. Roscoe and Bos Hog always knew they could count on them. This was the only time Roscoe begged and pleaded with them.
He was a hero, always chasing the idiot confederates in the town, but all just for some fun in the end. That's a man. Haha
Truth be told Rosco and boss hogg were actually GREAT ppl...both kind and real and wholesome... but they played their parts well...
OMG I remember this episode when it first aired. To see Rosco break down like that tore at the hearts of everyone watching. The Dukes always did the right thing no matter what - even if it meant saving their worst enemy.
How is 3 years old in this came on the first time I remember it too. I'm weird though I can remember when I was very young even 18 months old from what my mom said. I got to admit it's more like a flash rather than a memory now. I remember every episode of The dukes of Hazzard though.
Yep, this episode and also the one where he thought Bo and Luke both were dead from drowning. That one was a good one too.
What season and episode is this?
James Best is a tremendous actor, he could be the comedian, plus he could be so dramatic and tear your heart out. I loved watching him with Sorrell Booke. They were great together!
I miss these days sitting down on friday nights and watching The Dukes of Hazzard.
ya you could say he was one of the Best! (Yes I went there)
D J Tanner They say James Best was so great an actor that when they wanted him to shed a tear he'd reply "Which eye?". No joke and I believe he probably could do that.
Irreplacable pair of fantastic and talented actors R I P
John Schneider said it best about Sorrell Booke and James Best (I believe it was J.S.) who said : they were the Laurel and Hardy of that era.
Rest In Peace Rosco
Elvis is the king
@@leonolanofficial4581 bro what
49 years approaching for me; I ain't ashamed to say this always brings a tears to my eyes. Family and friendship are everything... respect and love!
Here here brother
In 1974 James Best was actor-in-residence at Ole Miss and taught a drama class for Mississippi Thespian students. 50 high school kids and he talked to us like we were his students, even more so, he respected us as "future actors", as he said it. It was memorable. Nicest guy there was. At the end, he entertained us with "The Rainmaker", with three more professional actors, just for us high school students. It's a memory I'll have for my life.
Hey mane did u get 2 see flash da dog he had mane
This and the scene where he told Jesse about the boy's "deaths" were proof of James Best's stellar acting skills
James Best you are missed , but your Acting Legacy still lives on. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
How many of you got your ears on and wanted to live in Hazzard County.
I was just a little kid when this show was out (it was my favorite). For a while I actually thought I did live in Hazzard County. I was pretty disappointed when I got old enough to realize I wasn't.
yeah. mostly because of Daisy though.
"We all wanted to be Duke boy looking for that jeep with Daisy in it" Ryan Upchurch
Watching it as a kid, I thought any car of that model could jump the way ‘General did!
I actually live a a dozen miles from it now - and from Sparta, Mississippi too (well, where they were filmed anyway).
Many people don't know that James Best is is a very smart and very educated and highly talented man. Playing Sheriff Rosco is only one small part to his impressive acting career.
Best was the Best!
D J T true
Both of them will be missed
very true and sorrell booke was very much loved although I couldn't stand Boss Hogg sorrell booke was a great actor he was on an episode of mash and James best was on an episode of the andy Griffith show
He produce the bandit
Remember the dog in the movie
Was the same dog
That same I the dukes of hazard
That is the one thing I adore about this show and re-watching it. There was love in every regular character. Good and bad. No one was truly evil. They don't make'em like this anymore.
I always like this one showing the humility of Roscoe
David Shirley ive always loved when the bad guy was given “human” lines. No matter what show or movie it was. As long as it was written and performed right. The clip where the boys drown and boss and roscoe have to tell uncle about it was written wonderfully
What was the name of this episode?
@@BamaDan197319 that i cant remember
This one and the episode where Roscoe thought Bo and Luke had drowned. I swear, him crying when he was telling Uncle Jessie that Bo and Luke had drove into the pond and didn't come up still brings tears to my eyes after all these years :'-(
@@JohnAdams-rv5lu , yeah I think that was it.
I'm so glad that I got to meet James Best in 2006 in Nashville at Dukefest. I will always cherish that moment of shaking his hand and telling him how much I enjoyed the show growing up. R.I.P James
I am truly jealous!! One of my biggest regrets is that I never got to meet him.
Jimmy deserved an Oscar for this performance. He definitely put his emotions into it that's for sure.
@Brad1980 They should have in that case. But an Emmy is deserved.
Frank Maxfield I not being rude but the Oscars are for movies you mean he should have won an Emmy
this and when Boss Hogg spend christmas with the dukes are the MOST touching moments on comedy television
Carmona Roberto Oh yeah, when Boss Reads about little Charlie Dickens.. its the sweetest bit
Carmona Roberto Along with James Best's performance in Ghost of the General Lee.
David Nicholson that was classic!
Carmona Roberto you're forgetting when Roscoe thinks the boys drowned in the pond. That was another of Roscoes (James Best) greatest performances on the show.
@@ROTAXD I was going to mention that one; thanks. Yes, that's probably one of my favorite Dukes of Hazzard episodes. All the actors in the show were at their peak in that one. Jesse's reaction to the news was superb.
As for Denver Pyle's acting, the episode where Jesse lost the farm and sank into depression-that was some of his finest acting on the show.
Tom Wopat's episode was the boxing match episode.
God bless the Dukes of Hazzard. We need more shows like it. Shows that teach values and respect.
He really made his character very easy to feel sympathy for and showed his human side. Great acting I think! :)
A corrupt Southern sherriff could easily be a mean and hateful character, but Best humanized him and really gave him heart and soul.
James Best was such a great actor. He had some really touching scenes in this show to go along with the impeccable comedic timing. Show will forever be a classic.
last two words.."I'm gone". That's a great line!!
Best scene in tv history . You could just feel the pain in Rosco... Amazing acting
No.. it is not. Silly.
When the Dukes work together with Boss Hogg and Rosco (and vice-versa), that's when it's downright serious-time in Hazzard County!
there was a time when television shows were a joy to watch because they were not afraid to express basic morals that we all have.
James Best once told John Schneider to be a great actor, when you cry, you’ve got to know which eye the tears are going to fall from.
James best is an amazing actor. He was great in that other episode where the general lee crashes into the lake. R.I.P
Canadians Are Gay i cant anos... I CANT SWIN was that it?😊
@@danniandreasen9018 Yes. "The Ghost of the General Lee" was the episode title. Enos had jumped into the pond and begged Rosco to please help.
@@Splinter48708 Rosco said he can’t swimm
Aw Man... What a horrible loss when we lost James Best.... He *Was* and *is* my favorite character, NO person on the dukes. James made Rosco. Rosco wasn't just a character and lines on a page: James Best put the feel and the work into Rosco... R.I.P. James Best: Gone but Never Gone.... ....
Absolutely.... James best was Rosco... Anyone else trying to be Rosco just doesn't work... It was kind of that way with most of the characters on the show.... In my opinion that's why the new version just didn't work.... They should've did a next generation thing or something like that instead of trying to copy the old show....
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If you look at James Best's resume he was in a whole bunch of films before Dukes. I don't remember him being in Hooper. I will have to re-rent that. R.I.P. James Best.
I wish they would put this show back on tv,i love this show.
To many snowflakes out there listening to cry babies... then giving I'm to those two faced cry babies need more back bone need a real man in charge one with enough to say no.... and run this show again.
I'm watching it now on IMDb TV
I have all the Dukes Of Hazzard, including the two reunion movies, all on DVD. Loved the Dukes Of Hazzard.
You can by downloading Airy.tv. They have a Dukes of Hazzard channel that plays the Dukes 24/7
That’s because you’re a racist!!!
Anyone who wouldn't have been moved to save Boss here clearly has no conscience.
So sad to see Rosco so vulnerable here. :(
Bruce cockinson while that may have been true, that’s what made the Dukes good people. Because they helped those even who have done them dirty in the past. They did unto others like they’d like to be treated, exactly like what the GoldenRule says. And if you’ll remember what Uncle Jessie said in the Reunion movie (and it’s so true too), “If you start acting like your enemies, what makes you any different?”
@Leo Peridot Loved your comparison!
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I wanna say this wasnt the only episode where the dukes saved someone who was after them, but I do remember this
Something y'all forget. At the end of the day, Boss and Jesse were best friends. Want proof? Watch "Witness for the Prosecution" from Season 2 and "The Late JD Hogg "from season 3 I think it was although it could be 4. This is, in my opinion, the 2nd best scene in all of Dukes. The first being James and Denver in "The Ghost of General Lee" chokes me up to this day.
@@atlfan48 oh i know man, I'm goin off memory but I think they were pals when they were kids.....
.like they say if you reach middle age and have a handful of childhood friends you can count on 1 hand youre lucky.
sad sad week ..on monday april 6 2015 we lost a great actor...James Best "" roscoe p. coltrane passed away...rip in peace & may it always be said """ YOU DIPSTICK ''''
I didn't realize it had been that long I just heard recently like 6 months ago that he died. I saw an interview with James Best a little while back He is so the opposite of his character which means he was an unbelievable actor. Acting was one of the hardest things I ever did. I'm glad that John Schneider has his own TH-cam channel to get to hear a lot of interesting trivia about the show and even James best.
Before trash tv
Yup, I used to watch this as a kid. Now I've turned off the TV permanently, I don't like what's on and I won't support it with my money.
Check out Cobra Kai on youtube premium. Worth it.
This was trash TV too.
@Leo Peridot - AMOUNG OTHER SHOWS,
Leo Peridot you mean the view
What a wonderful time back then! To those who grew up then, know Exactly what I’m talkin bout! Wakin up every Saturday morning after the Friday night dukes show! Going outside and playing like Bo amd Luke!!. Great memories of those years!!!
One of the most emotional, and best scenes, from the entire series in my opinion. James Best is great here as Sheriff Rosco, who begs for help from the Duke boys to save Boss Hoggs' life. I know it's just a scene from a TV show and that they are characters and not real people, but this really moves me every time I watch it. A great scene!
I feel the same I was looking for a comment that talked about this scene rather than Hazzard as a whole this scene hit me hard for some reason.
RIP James Best!
Omg, this brought me to tears! I love James--and Roscoe--what a sweetie!
I always like d his dog flash old velvet ears!! I'm kind of a dog guy
I purchased the DVD set of the entire series this summer, and have been enjoying it so much. It was such a part of my childhood, and now, seeing it as an adult, I remember why my whole family gathered in front of the TV every Friday to watch it.
Now, I love passing that on to my kids.
It is sad that the several people died from the show. They're:
1. Rosco P. Coltrane
2. Boss Hogg
3. Jesse Duke
Bo is on instgam
Julie Nickolauson
Who, of the actors of the Dukes of Hazzard, is on Facebook?
you forgot Lulu
John Schneider has a TH-cam channel
@@pws3rd170 he also has one on Facebook
That’s how it was here in the south we had our differences but when we where in trouble we banded together, don’t see that much no more, keeping us divided
Sad truth be told....
This is what true humanity is all about setting our difference and opinions aside and helping another even if they have done wrong to us! Today you can't find it anymore you can't find it in family, friends, or church it's sad to say none the least but it's truth! Cats and dogs are getting along better than humans can and this is a problem today where's the love this is just something to think about! Now think about it!
A good amount of these comments boarder on delusion!
Amen to that brother
Incredible actor and comedy legend you really felt his grief in that scene
You felt more grief than he did. No wonder you get fooled by politicians so badly LOL
You can Literally hear the Gentle Soul out of James Best. His Character maybe goofy at times. In Deep Down. He.s a Genuine Human Being
Hear hear. Best made Roscoe so genuine and likable, you could tell that at his core he really didn't mean ill. He was never mean or cruel about it.
Thanks so much for posting this. I remember seeing this on TV and being amazed by this unexpected show of emotion, all presented totally in-character. James Best was a fine actor, and I'm sad that he's no longer with us.
I agree. He was a fine actor.
This is the single best performance of James Best aka Rosco P Coltrane in the ENTIRE Dukes Of Hazzard series right here gets me teary eyed every time I see it
I love parts like this in old movies and TV, when the good guys and bad guys team up for a greater cause. Only wish they could do it in real life.
you mean if we should put aside our differences with the middle east
dman theman to go against ukrane
We need to just stop. It's insane in this day and age.
i know, i am sick and tired of watching the news and hearing about an issue in another country or people killing people its awful
I'll bet you wonder as do many why all the arseholes seem to be in power, and not even tempered firm but gentle types.
I'm 52 yrs old & I'll still watch the reruns on my DVDs every once in a while. This show defined my childhood memories of growing up in the 70s & 80s in Gordon Alabama.
Along with...
The Incredible Hulk
C.H.I.Ps
Logan's Run
Emergency
BJ & The Bear
Movin' On
The 6 Million Dollar Man
The Bionic Woman
The Fall Guy
Dallas
Hee-Haw
Southeastern Championship Wrestling
Georgia Championship Wrestling
Florida Championship Wrestling
.....Much love from Mobile Alabama
Good god I'm so glad I was raised in a time when even the tv show you love shows you all how you should treat everyone with respect and you have to have morals that's what we are missing in this country today
I credit this show with one of the reasons I'm not like the newer generation of people I know. I have very good manners and I'm completely the opposite of way I get stereotyped because of the way I look. I'm a 240 pound bodybuilder. But I love this show they just don't make them like this anymore they taught me a lot
Rest in peace my friend. James Best was amazing.
James Best was tops! He has moments that show his range in this scene and the episode where he thinks the Duke boys have drowned. For me, his greatest performance is in Sam Fuller's 'Shock Corridor' (1963) in which he plays a patient in an insane asylum--his switching from madness to sanity and his soliloquy about his life really show his acting chops.
A classic, quality, family show. The johnny knoxville version was disgraceful
It certainly was. So was the other one. Disgusting and despicable and a slap in the face to the DOH faithful and the better times and morals the show came from.
It was definitely a disgrace to Denver Plye. Uncle Jessie wasn't a laid back pot smoker. I like Willie Nelson and pots alright in moderation, but that's not who Uncle Jessie was lol.
Great job by James Best
I wouldnt call it garbage. It was fun to watch and was a different view. Something you all should have known. It never was gonna be the same.
Hahaha way fucking better than any of this trash unless your an inbred hick
Rest in Heaven, Sheriff Roscoe P. Coltrane.
James Best is the BEST actor ever, I love Roscoes character.
I do remember hearing a James Best interview, being an acting coach, while bring asked to cry on camera and asked , what eye you want the tear to come out of?
Jeff Hill ~ All actors are taught how to do this in drama courses and it is expected of them to perform this on cue, it's called " method acting". (;_:)
Yeah, well James Best, Did it very well.
Have a nice day.
SUGAR XYLER That's not method, btw. That's the opposite of method.
I remember him crying in the scene where he said "I can't swim" when the General Lee sunk below the water in that double episode where Bo and Luke wound up letting everybody believe they'd died for some reason I can't remember. It really teared me up!
I got to meet him in person he was a nice human being took the time with us fans.every fan ask to do signature line he did it with smile and with joy very lucky to have met him.
one of my favorite scenes in all TV history. RIP James/Roscoe ✝️
James Best was an actor who, according to those who worked with him, was able to shed tears on command.
One of the many reasons he was an outstanding actor.
He played Jim Lindsey on the Andy Griffith Show.
One of his last roles was the retired sheriff in the "Sweet,Sweet Blues" episode of 'In The Heat Of The Night.'
James best is right to call for help thanks bo and luke
James Best was an incredible actor he has appeared in more TV shows and movies. Than any actor in Hollywood.
The fact that Luke did not hesitate to asking Rosco which way they went shows how much they care and want to help out Boss despite their difficulties.
But what happened after this? The clip was cut off.
If Bo & Luke didn't go rescue Boss Hogg at Rosco's request, not only would Rosco be mad at them for failing to save Boss Hogg but also Boss Hogg's wife, Lulu, who would've gone into such an emotional shock she might not recover from. Good thing that Bo & Luke show that they have hearts.
Don't think they planned on not rescuing Boss, I think they refused to let themselves be responsible for Boss's predicament, even though they did rip off Big Jim.
this was one of my favorite episodes because of this scene. James Best was at his best right there mixing an emotional scene in a comedy . Just awesome.
I met a gentleman 10 years ago in Hickory North Carolina that own a marina and James best was a friend of his there and James best was an accomplished painter from what I understand. He had a couple paintings of his that were given to him by James best I never saw them but this was the story I was told. I like James best what's not to like about him he was a good guy there's no question about that. Rest in peace partner you are missed by more fans than you could imagine. Mark Scott
Damn, this scene still brings tears😞😭
One of the greatest shows I have ever seen
Awwwww...this brings me to tears! Poor Roscoe! You just feel so sorry for him. He's just so vulnerable in this scene!😢😯
Went home to visit, some old pals and I had a few beers in us and put in a Duke's DVD. Got to this scene and 8 grown country boys were all trying not to cry, then "if anything happens to my little fat buddy" played and waterworks commenced
@@gdduuhsstyhbbb I know, right?
Absolutely love James best he was a great actor there will never be another sheriff roscoe
"god bless you for this"
Damn it, im in tears
Good Times!!!! I was a kid living in the 80's watching the Dukes of Hazard every Friday night at 8pm on CBS. I SO MISS THOSE DAYS!!!
Same. I remember watching The Dukes of Hazzard every Friday night as well, sad, how times have changed since we were growing up😥 take care💫
Deep down Rosco liked the Duke boys
Ties to other classic shows: James Best was
the guitar player Jim Lindsey on The Andy Griffith Show and the one that played Uncle Jesse was Briscoe Darlin. Sorrel Booke a few years earlier was Archie Bunker's boss Mr. Sanders on All In The Family and then eventually fired him when he found out he was moonlighting as a bar owner while calling in sick.
The best show ever on tv.some how we should try to get The Dukes Of Hazard back on tv
Yep, right in the feels. Every dam time. Love that man, such a wonderful person and amazing actor
this is one of the best scenes ever. hated boss, but this made me understand humanity when I was young. LONG LIVE THE DUKES!!.....im out!
You must be two years older than me because you said 74 on your handle. I was born in 76 and I didn't like boss either but I would have helped after what Roscoe said. I loved the show.
James Best was a GREAT Actor.
I enjoyed watching this show because unlike many other shows these days there's always an agenda. This was pure straight up clean fun and wholesome family viewing.
Gosh do I miss these days!
This scene made me cry as a kid. ❤
I remember this scene from when I watched the dukes of Hazzard. It would pop up in my mind from time to time. How ironic to see the exact clip that sometimes come to memory.
I remembered it very well too and I saw it originally when I was 3 years old. I just remember thinking how the boys actually helped out Roscoe when he really needed it.
James Best is the best. Love him and his little fat buddy
Awww this is so totally precious 😢 I probably saw this show because I never missed an episode, but it's been so long ago I didn't remember this. Thank you so much for sharing this! I really loved Roscoe, it was impossible not to. I loved that ornery Boss Hogg too and I think we all loved Enos ☺ But there was just something very special about Roscoe. And in spite of the character he played, it was pretty easy to see he didn't have a mean bone in his body. RIP "Roscoe" James Best, and Boss Hogg too. And RIP Uncle Jesse... I miss you. They all have a special place in my heart.
I have learnt that James was a b17 ww2 crew member in REAL LIFE ! amazing fella
One of the greatest TV shows of all time...so thankful i was a kid in the 80’s
Man this scene got to me...that is good acting. I couldn't believe Rosco got me caring about the Boss.
I actually teared up on this...dang Best was an amazing actor.
Been on a bit of Dukes tear recently. What a great scene. Stellar work from James.
Holy crap that was amazing acting!! What episode is this? I never seen it. RIP James best.
It's from Season 2. Episode 10: "Granny Annie." I remember Catherine Bach stating in the "Dukes" pilot commentary that James Best would ask "Which eye?" if someone wanted him to be poignant. He certainly was in this scene. Mr. Best & Sonny Shroyer also gave wonderful performances in "Ghost of General Lee." These types of moments are gems throughout the series. I'm sure seeing the episode, "Too Many Rosco's" might be a little emotional next time.
Robin61478 James B IS a fine actor....
Robin61478 My brother, girlfriend, and myself got Sonny Shroyer's autograph a couple of weeks ago In Tennessee:) One of the nicest people you will ever meet.
David Nicholson Very nice. :) Was Mr. Shroyer at a public show? What a thrill! I lived in Mississippi for 3 years, and was hopeful I could attend a Dukes festival held in Tennessee, or else visit one of the Cooter's Place locations. Circumstances have changed now, but I'll always have a fondness for Dukes. Have you read Mr. Best's autobio, Best in Hollywood?
Robin61478 He was at Cooter's in Gatlinberg, TN. We were there a couple of days and seriously lucked out. As I said, he was so nice.
Wonderful clip ! The greatest thing about that also was the fact that each and every one of those actors on that show dearly loved one another behind the scenes i understand. They had a lot of fun. Thats special. RIP James, Sorrel and Denver. God bless. 🙏
its sad uncel jessie boss hogg and rosco are gone i loved all 3 of them
Rest in peace James Best He was a good actor you know him is Rosco
I was never a really big fan of this show but I've watched a few episodes when I was younger, mainly for the car stunts. While the show is often dismissed by many as "corny" or not worthy of airtime when I see the immoral vulgar filth that is marketed to adults & children today by Hollyweird in the name of "entertainment" I really began to realize how much of a wholesome, family-friendly show this is. Sad to say, but the days of quality family-friendly entertainment like 'Dukes" are probably long gone.
Steel Dragon - the sad part is when the younger generation tries to be like Miley Cyrus.
My Italian grandmother used to say back in the day, it's the end of the world. Kind of wonder if she's right?
I used to watch this from 8-9 friday nights ,glued to the set.
I met John at his fathers funeral. Bittersweet.
then dallas was on.
My mom said I could watch if i stayed quiet 😃
Who shot J.R.?
😂
The true reason TVLAND took the show off the air. Not because of the shooting at the church, but because they had to make more room for the new modern day filth.
@@jerryspann8713 In other words, TV as usual.
It's why I don't generally watch TV anymore. The last TV I owned had a CRT. I turned it off in 2008 and never switched it on again. Left it behind when I moved, never bought a replacement. Good riddance, I say.
James aint dead he still in hot pursuit with the dukes thank you for the best tv show ever
I was watching The Andy Griffith show when i saw a young James Best playing the guitar ( pretty cool dude in his day)
I saw him on a western the other day and he couldn't have been older than 20 years old. Yeah he was a talented man. I'm glad he led a good life and said good examples.
James Best was one hell of a good actor!!!! CUE CUE CUE!
Dang - he really was underacted as an actor, wasn't he? I'm impressed.
I liked James Best in the movie Hooper alongside Burt Reynolds too
Gotdamn! James Best was one of the best character actors of his day!! Everyone from that show did their thing, but Sorrell Booke, James Best and Denver Pyle laid it on thick when it came to the dramatic.
Rip james best old friend
Saddest part of the episode. Nothing sadder than seeing Rosco cry. When Boss cries he is like a spoiled kid throwing a temper tantrum. Now when Rosco cries it seems more sincere, underneath that hard shelled by the book county sheriff has a tender heart, especially with his dog.
omg this just shivers down my spine . *cries* james best is awsum
James Best started his career in 1950 (according to IMDB). He did many different
genres of movies and tv shows. Western, Dramas, Science Fiction, Romance and of course
Comedies. He did 3 Twilight Zone episodes. The Grave/Jess-belle/Jeff Myrtle Bank.
People sometimes forget that many actors of that time especially in the 50's and 60's
were multi talented including dancing and singing. He had 188 credits!!
Amazing acting and this scene gives a good life lesson, forgive those who have hurt you or tried to
+Matt S And yet they still take this show off TV due to a flag. Go figure.