Admiral James Greer Quotes in The Hunt for Red October (1990)

Admiral James Greer: Now, understand, Commander, that torpedo did not self-destruct. You heard it hit the hull. And I...

[showing him his identification]

Admiral James Greer: ... was never here.

Jack Ryan: Where are we going, anyway?

Admiral James Greer: Briefing for Jeffrey Pelt, the President's National Security Advisor. Most of the Joint Chiefs will be there, along with a few other people.

Jack Ryan: Who's giving the briefing?

Admiral James Greer: You are.

Lieutenant Commander Mike Hewitt: Red October has just turned into the torpedo's path.

Admiral James Greer: Mother of God!

Admiral James Greer: [after the meeting where Jack Ryan has just explained - quite boldly - his theory that Capt. Raimus is defecting] I told you to speak your mind Jack, but Jesus

[laughing a little]

Admiral James Greer: ...!

Admiral James Greer: [Concerning a briefing about the Red October and what she is capable of] You're going to be asked some very direct questions. Give them *direct* answers. Tell them what you think.

Jack Ryan: I've got a line on those doors. You know what they are?

Admiral James Greer: A nearly silent propulsion system?

Jack Ryan: [taken aback] How did you know that?

Admiral James Greer: The captain of the sub we had following her radioed in. Thing up and disappeared right in front of 'em.

[after Jack has just arrived at the Central Intelligence Agency]

Admiral James Greer: Jesus! You look like hell!