1 00:01:02,262 --> 00:01:03,729 Look at this. 2 00:01:03,763 --> 00:01:05,958 There are people here. 3 00:01:05,999 --> 00:01:07,660 It's not normal. 4 00:01:07,700 --> 00:01:11,500 What you do, warn your radio headquarters, OK? 5 00:01:40,166 --> 00:01:41,793 What are you doing? 6 00:01:41,835 --> 00:01:44,065 - Nothing. - Put that down. 7 00:01:44,104 --> 00:01:47,073 - Who are you? Do you have a paper? - I work here. 8 00:01:47,107 --> 00:01:49,075 Who do you work for? 9 00:01:49,109 --> 00:01:51,202 I don't know. Papers? 10 00:01:51,244 --> 00:01:54,179 You don't have any papers? 11 00:01:54,214 --> 00:01:55,977 What is this? 12 00:01:57,083 --> 00:01:58,778 Hey! Stop! 13 00:01:58,818 --> 00:02:00,513 Stop or I'll shoot! 14 00:02:24,878 --> 00:02:27,176 Pass me that webbing stretcher, Eric. 15 00:02:31,951 --> 00:02:34,010 Listen to this. 16 00:02:34,053 --> 00:02:37,545 "Last week, another castle in northern France was sold. 17 00:02:37,590 --> 00:02:41,754 "The Japanese Yan Zi Corporation paid 10 million francs 18 00:02:41,794 --> 00:02:44,490 "for what will become their European headquarters. 19 00:02:45,331 --> 00:02:47,356 "The value was substantially reduced 20 00:02:47,400 --> 00:02:51,734 "after thieves had stripped the house shortly before the auction sale." 21 00:02:51,771 --> 00:02:54,035 The Japanese can afford it. 22 00:02:54,073 --> 00:02:57,099 Well, I know that, Lovejoy, but that's not the point. 23 00:02:57,143 --> 00:03:00,135 - What is the point? - The point is, are we ready? 24 00:03:00,847 --> 00:03:04,783 It says in here that 1992 is gonna be a time of great opportunity 25 00:03:04,817 --> 00:03:06,785 for companies who are ready. 26 00:03:06,819 --> 00:03:08,184 Yeah. 27 00:03:08,221 --> 00:03:09,916 Well, are we ready? 28 00:03:09,956 --> 00:03:11,719 Oh, I think so. 29 00:03:11,758 --> 00:03:13,658 Don't you? 30 00:03:15,028 --> 00:03:17,019 "Britain is no longer an island. 31 00:03:17,063 --> 00:03:19,122 "It is part of the European state, 32 00:03:19,165 --> 00:03:25,468 "and companies who want to survive 1992 must start making executive decisions right now." 33 00:03:25,505 --> 00:03:30,670 They're right, Eric. And my number one executive decision will be... 34 00:03:31,578 --> 00:03:34,069 whose turn is it to make the tea? 35 00:03:35,715 --> 00:03:38,741 (Tuts) That's typical of you two. 36 00:03:38,785 --> 00:03:40,446 Can't take anything seriously. 37 00:03:41,821 --> 00:03:44,790 Well, don't look at me, I've made it for the last three times. 38 00:03:44,824 --> 00:03:46,314 It's your turn, Lovejoy. 39 00:03:57,637 --> 00:03:59,696 "Architectural theft." 40 00:04:01,207 --> 00:04:05,439 In plain lingo, that's nicking anything from fireplaces to statues. 41 00:04:05,478 --> 00:04:07,309 This is the worst kind of stealing. 42 00:04:07,347 --> 00:04:11,716 Taking the art and craftsmanship that's taken centuries to build up. 43 00:04:13,086 --> 00:04:16,578 The cultural heritage of a nation, and once it's gone, you can't get it back. 44 00:04:16,623 --> 00:04:20,616 Can you imagine a Victorian fireplace in a Tokyo apartment? 45 00:04:20,660 --> 00:04:24,152 A Louis XV table in a California beach house? 46 00:04:24,197 --> 00:04:26,757 No, it just ain't the same. 47 00:04:26,799 --> 00:04:31,532 And these people, they tear the sinews and the heart out of the nation. 48 00:04:31,571 --> 00:04:33,766 They strip it of its national wealth. 49 00:04:34,874 --> 00:04:38,435 And what have we got left in England, if not our past? 50 00:04:39,412 --> 00:04:40,777 (Phone) 51 00:04:44,050 --> 00:04:46,143 Lovejoy Associates. 52 00:04:47,720 --> 00:04:51,656 Yes, Eric Catchpole is one of our field agents. 53 00:04:52,492 --> 00:04:57,794 He called on you... and now you'd like Mr. Lovejoy to call? 54 00:04:57,830 --> 00:05:00,526 Um, where and when? 55 00:05:00,566 --> 00:05:04,093 Carlton Grange... 56 00:05:04,137 --> 00:05:06,571 Three o'clock this afternoon? 57 00:05:08,174 --> 00:05:10,301 L-I didn't catch the name. 58 00:05:10,343 --> 00:05:13,005 Madelene Gil... 59 00:05:16,649 --> 00:05:18,207 Madelene Gilbert... 60 00:05:18,251 --> 00:05:19,912 Who was that? 61 00:05:22,355 --> 00:05:25,381 Uh, where are you going? 62 00:05:25,425 --> 00:05:27,950 To get changed, of course. 63 00:05:29,295 --> 00:05:31,456 - What's with him? - I don't know. 64 00:05:31,497 --> 00:05:33,761 He was fine until that phone call. 65 00:05:36,703 --> 00:05:40,139 - Ha! Stone the crows. - Tinker! 66 00:05:40,173 --> 00:05:41,640 All set? 67 00:05:41,674 --> 00:05:43,232 Who is this woman? 68 00:05:43,276 --> 00:05:47,804 Woman? Madelene Gilbert is a motion picture star of premier magnitude. 69 00:05:47,847 --> 00:05:49,314 Madelene who? 70 00:05:49,349 --> 00:05:54,286 I don't expect you to have heard of her, Eric, but Lovejoy, frankly I'm shocked. 71 00:05:54,320 --> 00:05:59,519 Wait a minute, wait a minute, wait a minute. Waterloo Bound, Midnight In Mayfair... 72 00:05:59,559 --> 00:06:01,789 Not to mention The Lady In Black. 73 00:06:01,828 --> 00:06:05,093 And the unforgettable Goddess Of Sahara. 74 00:06:05,131 --> 00:06:07,156 Bit before our time, Tink. 75 00:06:07,200 --> 00:06:13,002 Ah, Lovejoy. Even now there are those who would give their right arm 76 00:06:13,039 --> 00:06:15,906 to meet Madelene Gilbert. 77 00:06:15,942 --> 00:06:19,673 And by jingo! 78 00:06:19,712 --> 00:06:21,304 I'm one of them. 79 00:06:21,347 --> 00:06:23,008 Drive on! 80 00:06:43,136 --> 00:06:48,699 Remember, Lovejoy, we are about to meet one of the greatest stars of the cinema. 81 00:06:48,741 --> 00:06:53,678 Just you remember, Tinker, that we're here in a professional capacity to discuss antiques. 82 00:06:53,713 --> 00:06:55,943 But I must get her autograph! 83 00:06:55,982 --> 00:06:58,246 When the time is right. 84 00:06:58,284 --> 00:07:02,448 Good afternoon! We have an appointment with the lady of the house. 85 00:07:03,122 --> 00:07:05,488 Miss Gilbert is expecting you. 86 00:07:12,498 --> 00:07:13,965 Good morning. 87 00:07:14,000 --> 00:07:15,558 Good afternoon. 88 00:07:15,601 --> 00:07:21,096 Ah. I knew Miss Gilbert would be a lady of exquisite taste. 89 00:07:26,813 --> 00:07:29,407 They're here, madame. 90 00:07:29,449 --> 00:07:31,576 Mr. Lovejoy... 91 00:07:31,617 --> 00:07:33,278 And Mr. Tinker. 92 00:07:36,189 --> 00:07:38,885 Oh, this is an honor, ma'am. 93 00:07:39,926 --> 00:07:43,862 You stole my heart when I was very, very young and have kept it ever since. 94 00:07:44,764 --> 00:07:47,426 Oh. H-How... sad. 95 00:07:47,467 --> 00:07:51,904 Um, Michael, do you think we could have the tea for our guests? 96 00:07:51,938 --> 00:07:53,633 Certainly, madame. 97 00:07:53,673 --> 00:07:57,905 When you announced your retirement, ma'am, it was a black day for this country. 98 00:07:57,944 --> 00:08:00,845 The British film industry has yet to recover. 99 00:08:00,880 --> 00:08:05,374 To have lost the finest actress of her generation, 100 00:08:05,418 --> 00:08:10,583 the most beautiful, the brightest star of the silver screen. 101 00:08:10,623 --> 00:08:14,616 Please stop. I finished with all that sort of thing a long time ago. 102 00:08:14,660 --> 00:08:18,790 Time will run back and fetch the age of gold. 103 00:08:20,600 --> 00:08:23,228 Ah, are you familiar with Milton, Mr. Lovejoy? 104 00:08:23,269 --> 00:08:26,432 Oh, I was under the impression I was here to talk about antiques. 105 00:08:26,472 --> 00:08:30,203 Yes, of course. And do please stop calling me ma'am. 106 00:08:30,243 --> 00:08:31,801 I'm not royalty, you know. 107 00:08:31,844 --> 00:08:33,709 I'm sorry, ma'am. 108 00:08:34,514 --> 00:08:37,813 Michael will explain my predicament. 109 00:08:37,850 --> 00:08:39,374 I find it all rather upsetting. 110 00:08:40,186 --> 00:08:45,317 Madame has had a recent bereavement and now faces considerable death duties. 111 00:08:45,358 --> 00:08:47,724 Oh, my deepest sympathies. Was it your husband? 112 00:08:47,760 --> 00:08:50,092 Oh, no, no, no. He died years ago. 113 00:08:50,129 --> 00:08:52,563 No, it was, um... 114 00:08:53,666 --> 00:08:54,655 Jo-Jo. 115 00:08:54,700 --> 00:08:58,534 - Jo-Jo? - The late master's pet chimpanzee. 116 00:08:58,571 --> 00:09:00,471 Oh, I see. 117 00:09:00,506 --> 00:09:06,308 To avoid death duties, my husband, many years ago, made over a deed of gift to Jo-Jo. 118 00:09:07,346 --> 00:09:10,509 Unfortunately, he omitted to tell the authorities 119 00:09:10,550 --> 00:09:13,644 that John Joseph, as he called him was, um... 120 00:09:15,187 --> 00:09:16,518 ...a chimpanzee. 121 00:09:16,556 --> 00:09:19,184 The authorities are now aware of this 122 00:09:19,225 --> 00:09:25,960 and are claiming not only the original death duty but substantial penalty payments and interest. 123 00:09:25,998 --> 00:09:29,525 (Madelene) They say the deed is invalid. It's all too embarrassing. 124 00:09:29,569 --> 00:09:34,404 Your associate, Mr. Catchpole, recommended you most highly. 125 00:09:35,508 --> 00:09:39,672 But I'm afraid past experience has taught us that someone in madame's position 126 00:09:39,712 --> 00:09:42,306 can so easily be taken advantage of. 127 00:09:43,349 --> 00:09:48,719 So, you wouldn't mind a little confirmation of my own. 128 00:09:48,754 --> 00:09:55,421 Mr. Catchpole informed us that you are what is known in the trade as a..."divvy"? 129 00:09:56,295 --> 00:09:57,284 Mm-hm. 130 00:09:57,330 --> 00:10:02,962 So, you wouldn't have any trouble telling us which of these is reproduction, 131 00:10:03,002 --> 00:10:05,527 and which is the genuine article. 132 00:10:05,571 --> 00:10:08,199 To help you, this one... 133 00:10:08,240 --> 00:10:10,572 Michael, just give it to me, will you? 134 00:10:13,613 --> 00:10:16,241 Silver-plate, leaden pitch infill 135 00:10:16,282 --> 00:10:18,876 early 19th century, British, moderate quality, 136 00:10:18,918 --> 00:10:21,546 value about �8,000. 137 00:10:27,426 --> 00:10:30,020 Ah, yeah, this is stunning, isn't it? 138 00:10:32,331 --> 00:10:34,196 Paul de Lamerie. 139 00:10:34,233 --> 00:10:37,430 About 1730, solid silver. 140 00:10:37,470 --> 00:10:40,405 Cast... It's magnificent workmanship. 141 00:10:41,440 --> 00:10:44,170 Value... 50 grand and up. 142 00:10:45,478 --> 00:10:46,467 Any more games? 143 00:10:49,482 --> 00:10:53,976 No more games, Mr. Lovejoy. You passed my test as soon as you entered the room. 144 00:10:54,020 --> 00:10:58,389 One can tell everything about a man by his deportment. 145 00:10:58,424 --> 00:11:00,984 If one knows how to look. 146 00:11:01,027 --> 00:11:05,157 That's quite a compliment coming from you, a lady of your standing. 147 00:11:06,932 --> 00:11:09,628 - I have a question. - Oh, by all means, Mr. Lovejoy. 148 00:11:09,669 --> 00:11:11,296 Why me? 149 00:11:11,337 --> 00:11:13,134 Why not Sotheby's, for example? 150 00:11:13,172 --> 00:11:16,107 Many years ago I managed to step out of the spotlight 151 00:11:16,142 --> 00:11:18,702 and I have no intention of stepping back in. 152 00:11:18,744 --> 00:11:24,546 We quite understand, ma'am, and guarantee you absolute discretion. 153 00:11:25,451 --> 00:11:27,715 So, will you help me with the sale? 154 00:11:29,021 --> 00:11:33,481 How could we refuse the request of a beautiful lady? 155 00:11:41,333 --> 00:11:44,860 (Lovejoy) You're right, Tink. She's a lovely lady. 156 00:11:44,904 --> 00:11:47,065 20 years ago I'd have fancied her myself. 157 00:11:48,340 --> 00:11:52,333 Life is nothing but an endless process of decay. 158 00:11:52,378 --> 00:11:54,209 My usual, thank you. 159 00:11:54,246 --> 00:11:56,874 Aren't you due back in the shop window by now? 160 00:11:56,916 --> 00:11:59,612 Eric, you have no class. 161 00:11:59,652 --> 00:12:01,882 If it means dressing like that, I'm glad I haven't. 162 00:12:01,921 --> 00:12:06,415 Eric, old chum, you'll be pleased to know that all those days spent knocking on doors 163 00:12:06,459 --> 00:12:07,949 have not been in vain. 164 00:12:07,993 --> 00:12:09,790 If it's money you're after, forget it. 165 00:12:09,829 --> 00:12:15,597 Now, do you remember you walked selflessly up that long, twisting path to Carlton Grange? 166 00:12:15,634 --> 00:12:16,862 No. 167 00:12:16,902 --> 00:12:20,394 And there met one of England's greatest screen goddesses? 168 00:12:20,439 --> 00:12:21,667 Mm... no. 169 00:12:21,707 --> 00:12:23,902 I think I'd remember a screen goddess. 170 00:12:23,943 --> 00:12:25,934 Madelene... Gilbert. 171 00:12:26,979 --> 00:12:28,947 Oh, Madelene Gilbert! That old dear. 172 00:12:28,981 --> 00:12:33,645 No, I never met her. Bloke wouldn't let me in. But I left him one of our cards. 173 00:12:35,087 --> 00:12:37,647 There were some real gems here, Tinker. 174 00:12:37,690 --> 00:12:39,487 As one would expect. 175 00:12:39,525 --> 00:12:42,221 It's criminal she has to sell any of them. 176 00:12:42,261 --> 00:12:44,092 Well, we'll see what we can do. 177 00:12:44,130 --> 00:12:48,294 I don't know what you two are getting so sentimental about. Think of the commission. 178 00:12:48,334 --> 00:12:51,326 Eric, antiques are not just any old commodity. 179 00:12:51,370 --> 00:12:53,861 They have a special relationship with their owners 180 00:12:53,906 --> 00:12:57,239 and we have a special relationship with them. 181 00:12:57,276 --> 00:12:58,607 Sorry, Lovejoy. 182 00:12:58,644 --> 00:13:01,670 I mean, how would you feel if you found a stranger 183 00:13:01,714 --> 00:13:04,410 picking his way through your Led Zeppelin collection? 184 00:13:04,450 --> 00:13:08,682 - Yeah, I see what you mean - There are more important things than money. 185 00:13:08,721 --> 00:13:11,087 We're dealing with a lady of unique sensibility. 186 00:13:11,123 --> 00:13:12,454 Exactly. 187 00:13:12,491 --> 00:13:16,222 Now, I'm gonna leave you two here to finish off. What about a sales room, Tink? 188 00:13:16,262 --> 00:13:18,321 She doesn't want any publicity. 189 00:13:18,364 --> 00:13:20,958 This little lot would attract the best dealers. 190 00:13:21,000 --> 00:13:23,730 We need a sale room with discreet London connections. 191 00:13:23,769 --> 00:13:27,330 Got it. Old Sam Barns at Delauneys. We'll use the Cambridge sale room. 192 00:13:27,373 --> 00:13:30,206 Old Sam Barns is dead Sam Barns. 193 00:13:30,242 --> 00:13:32,608 But Delauneys is perfect. 194 00:13:44,690 --> 00:13:46,817 Can I help you? 195 00:13:46,859 --> 00:13:51,592 Oh, hello. Yeah, I'm Lovejoy. I'm looking for Mel Ford, the auctioneer. 196 00:13:51,630 --> 00:13:53,427 I spoke to his secretary. 197 00:13:53,465 --> 00:13:56,195 You spoke to me, and I'm not his secretary. 198 00:13:56,235 --> 00:13:58,635 I'm sorry. No offense. 199 00:13:58,671 --> 00:14:03,108 Uh... just tell him I called and I'd appreciate rescheduling the appointment. 200 00:14:03,142 --> 00:14:04,439 Mr. Lovejoy... 201 00:14:04,476 --> 00:14:07,445 I'm Mel Ford. Melanie Ford, the auctioneer. 202 00:14:07,479 --> 00:14:11,210 Well... Things are looking up. I thought... 203 00:14:11,250 --> 00:14:13,650 You thought wrong. What can I do for you? 204 00:14:14,286 --> 00:14:17,813 Well, I've got a client who has got numerous items to sell. 205 00:14:17,857 --> 00:14:19,688 I was going to put them in your next sale 206 00:14:19,725 --> 00:14:24,025 but I'm sure there's lots of other auctioneers who would appreciate the business. I'm sorry. 207 00:14:24,063 --> 00:14:26,327 Mr. Lovejoy... I'm sorry. 208 00:14:26,365 --> 00:14:29,528 But I get sick and tired of people assuming that because I'm a woman 209 00:14:29,568 --> 00:14:31,559 I cannot possibly be an auctioneer. 210 00:14:31,604 --> 00:14:34,903 Please. Delauneys will be glad to handle your business. 211 00:14:36,008 --> 00:14:38,272 Do you have an inventory? 212 00:14:39,578 --> 00:14:41,239 Preliminary valuation. 213 00:14:47,786 --> 00:14:49,185 This looks promising. 214 00:14:50,122 --> 00:14:52,682 George II satinwood games table? 215 00:14:52,725 --> 00:14:54,283 What condition? 216 00:14:54,326 --> 00:14:56,453 My client is a lady of impeccable taste. 217 00:14:56,495 --> 00:15:01,023 I think you should view the items with me tomorrow, after I take you to lunch. 218 00:15:03,035 --> 00:15:05,731 - Mr. Lovejoy... - No "Mr." Just "Lovejoy". 219 00:15:05,771 --> 00:15:10,640 Lovejoy, if I had been a man, as you expected, would you be asking me out to lunch? 220 00:15:10,676 --> 00:15:12,541 (Chuckles) Certainly not. 221 00:15:13,445 --> 00:15:15,106 I'll pick up the tab. 222 00:15:18,050 --> 00:15:19,779 Bill, please. 223 00:15:19,818 --> 00:15:23,219 - Well, thank you very much, I enjoyed that. - So did I. 224 00:15:23,255 --> 00:15:26,190 Tell me more about how you became an auctioneer. 225 00:15:27,126 --> 00:15:31,961 Well, as I said, I read Classics at Cambridge and then I applied to all the major auction houses. 226 00:15:31,997 --> 00:15:35,262 The ones who bothered to reply suggested I was over-qualified, 227 00:15:35,301 --> 00:15:38,327 so they advised me to take a secretarial course. 228 00:15:38,370 --> 00:15:40,930 That's why I snapped your head off yesterday. 229 00:15:41,974 --> 00:15:46,206 Anyway, I went in as a sale room assistant and worked my way up. 230 00:15:46,245 --> 00:15:47,906 Where next? 231 00:15:49,515 --> 00:15:53,417 London, head office. Maybe even the international circuit. 232 00:15:54,753 --> 00:15:57,449 It's not the money, it's where the major pieces circulate. 233 00:15:57,489 --> 00:15:59,457 And where the major players are. 234 00:15:59,491 --> 00:16:02,688 Well, yes, but they don't interest me so much. 235 00:16:03,862 --> 00:16:08,128 But what about you? It's clear you've got the talent for this business. What happened? 236 00:16:08,167 --> 00:16:12,695 - What do you mean, what happened? - You have a great eye and the reputation. 237 00:16:12,738 --> 00:16:16,196 - And you like beautiful things. - Oh, I do, I do. 238 00:16:16,241 --> 00:16:19,267 Perhaps trop chercher la femme is your problem, 239 00:16:19,311 --> 00:16:21,836 or as I suspect in your case, les femmes? 240 00:16:21,880 --> 00:16:24,371 Didn't say you studied languages as well. 241 00:16:25,417 --> 00:16:27,078 I'm French. 242 00:16:27,119 --> 00:16:28,780 Well, half. 243 00:16:28,821 --> 00:16:30,288 Which half? 244 00:16:30,322 --> 00:16:32,722 My mother comes from Bordeaux. 245 00:16:32,758 --> 00:16:34,419 Your father? 246 00:16:35,361 --> 00:16:37,955 My father? He's English. 247 00:16:39,031 --> 00:16:40,430 What does he do? 248 00:16:40,466 --> 00:16:42,491 Uh, not much actually. 249 00:16:42,534 --> 00:16:44,832 He's from a titled family with no money. 250 00:16:44,870 --> 00:16:48,533 I'm afraid he's one of those people who grew up accustomed to not working. 251 00:16:59,385 --> 00:17:01,216 Ah, Michel. 252 00:17:01,253 --> 00:17:03,881 I know you'll find this one worthwhile, Michel. 253 00:17:04,823 --> 00:17:07,348 Then after that, that's it. We're quits. 254 00:17:07,393 --> 00:17:08,917 Are we? 255 00:17:08,961 --> 00:17:10,519 Yes. 256 00:17:11,830 --> 00:17:13,957 That's what I thought we said. 257 00:17:21,940 --> 00:17:23,237 Where is the owner? 258 00:17:23,275 --> 00:17:24,936 She's in her room, packing. 259 00:17:24,977 --> 00:17:27,138 She's staying the night with friends. 260 00:17:27,179 --> 00:17:29,579 This kind of thing can be very traumatic, you know. 261 00:17:29,615 --> 00:17:33,915 She couldn't bear the thought of seeing her lifetime turned into an inventory. 262 00:17:33,952 --> 00:17:37,513 There's some beautiful things here. How much can we include in the sale? 263 00:17:37,556 --> 00:17:39,751 I want to keep it to a minimum. 264 00:17:39,792 --> 00:17:43,489 - Death duties or tax? - Death duties. How do you know? 265 00:17:43,529 --> 00:17:45,588 It's usually one or the other. 266 00:17:45,631 --> 00:17:48,794 Just remember, Mel, that the client is a very special lady. 267 00:17:48,834 --> 00:17:51,962 I want everything to go as smoothly as possible. 268 00:17:52,004 --> 00:17:53,335 You have my word. 269 00:17:53,372 --> 00:17:56,637 Now, why can't you tell me who she is? I'm going to find out anyway. 270 00:17:56,675 --> 00:17:58,506 All in good time. 271 00:17:58,544 --> 00:18:01,377 Tell me, do you get a buzz out of running an auction? 272 00:18:01,413 --> 00:18:03,074 First time I was terrified. 273 00:18:03,115 --> 00:18:05,982 You have to very firm with some of the dealers, especially the Germans. 274 00:18:06,018 --> 00:18:08,009 One sign of weakness and they're all over you. 275 00:18:08,053 --> 00:18:09,884 Do you think it helps, being a woman? 276 00:18:09,922 --> 00:18:12,322 I've got one or two tricks to heat up the bidding. 277 00:18:12,357 --> 00:18:13,346 I bet you have. 278 00:18:13,392 --> 00:18:15,053 (Engine revs) 279 00:18:17,830 --> 00:18:19,161 Eric! 280 00:18:19,198 --> 00:18:20,324 Problem? 281 00:18:20,365 --> 00:18:23,664 - It won't start, Lovejoy. - She's never done this before. 282 00:18:23,702 --> 00:18:27,536 British, you see. Reliable as a bulldog. 283 00:18:27,573 --> 00:18:29,200 And just about as ugly. 284 00:18:29,241 --> 00:18:31,232 Jump in. 285 00:18:31,276 --> 00:18:33,107 I'll give you a lift home. 286 00:18:34,146 --> 00:18:36,706 - Where do you think you're going? - With you, aren't I? 287 00:18:36,748 --> 00:18:38,238 No, you're not. 288 00:18:38,283 --> 00:18:40,274 You'll think of something, Eric. 289 00:18:48,760 --> 00:18:50,785 I didn't realize you meant your home. 290 00:18:50,829 --> 00:18:54,026 It's not. Actually, this is where my father lives. 291 00:18:54,066 --> 00:18:56,296 Thought Daddy had no money. 292 00:18:56,335 --> 00:18:57,996 Not a bean! 293 00:18:58,036 --> 00:19:00,698 He's house-sitting. The owner is abroad. 294 00:19:02,441 --> 00:19:04,204 It's nice work if you can get it. 295 00:19:05,077 --> 00:19:08,069 I hope you didn't get the wrong impression. 296 00:19:09,381 --> 00:19:11,440 I didn't know the house was empty. 297 00:19:12,484 --> 00:19:14,213 Anyway... 298 00:19:15,687 --> 00:19:17,678 I fancied a swim. 299 00:19:27,032 --> 00:19:29,967 If you wanted your wicked way with me, you should have said so 300 00:19:30,002 --> 00:19:32,027 and I needn't have got wet. 301 00:19:34,673 --> 00:19:36,607 (Phone rings) 302 00:19:38,944 --> 00:19:40,377 Hello? 303 00:19:40,412 --> 00:19:41,970 Dad! 304 00:19:43,482 --> 00:19:45,279 Fine. I'm with a friend. 305 00:19:47,286 --> 00:19:48,947 OK. Bye. 306 00:19:54,059 --> 00:19:55,617 How is she? 307 00:19:55,661 --> 00:19:57,390 Says she's missing you. 308 00:19:58,730 --> 00:20:00,027 (Michel) Bon... 309 00:20:00,065 --> 00:20:02,625 Look, you don't really need me on this trip, do you? 310 00:20:02,668 --> 00:20:04,659 Oh, yes. I do. 311 00:20:06,271 --> 00:20:08,535 Pr�t pour le camion. On y va. 312 00:20:20,986 --> 00:20:23,853 Some days life takes on a whole new meaning. 313 00:20:24,990 --> 00:20:28,050 The green grass, the birds on the wing. 314 00:20:28,093 --> 00:20:33,087 The whole wondrous nature of planet Earth becomes a perfect, mystic fusion. 315 00:20:33,131 --> 00:20:35,531 - Well, for me anyway... Thank you. - (Cork pops) 316 00:20:35,567 --> 00:20:37,034 Tink! 317 00:20:37,069 --> 00:20:39,867 Yes, put a bottle on my tab for you and Eric, would you? 318 00:20:40,906 --> 00:20:43,534 Sounds as if you're getting your oats, Lovejoy. 319 00:20:44,243 --> 00:20:47,212 No, no, no. I was just phoning to see how Miriam is. 320 00:20:47,246 --> 00:20:48,577 (Whispers) It's my car. 321 00:20:48,614 --> 00:20:50,912 How are you getting on, Eric? 322 00:20:50,949 --> 00:20:53,110 Give us a chance, she's only been here a week. 323 00:20:53,151 --> 00:20:55,551 No, I mean Lovejoy's car. 324 00:20:55,587 --> 00:20:57,953 Oh. Still a bit of a non-starter. 325 00:20:57,990 --> 00:21:00,515 It's still a bit... It's not ready yet, Lovejoy. 326 00:21:03,729 --> 00:21:05,594 Gotta keep at it. 327 00:21:13,038 --> 00:21:16,439 Come along, Scotty. Ooh, there we are. 328 00:21:16,475 --> 00:21:19,501 That's it, Lucy, sit. Sit, darling. 329 00:21:19,544 --> 00:21:22,536 There's a good girl. There we are. 330 00:21:33,825 --> 00:21:36,157 Bon, tenez-vous pr�ts pour le camion. 331 00:21:46,638 --> 00:21:49,198 I once thought of becoming an auctioneer. 332 00:21:50,642 --> 00:21:53,543 You don't seem to have done too well as a dealer. 333 00:21:53,578 --> 00:21:58,277 Well, you know. Easy come, easy go. 334 00:22:00,018 --> 00:22:01,417 Oh. 335 00:22:01,453 --> 00:22:03,785 Does that apply to your women, too? 336 00:22:06,024 --> 00:22:07,719 Mm-hm. 337 00:22:09,594 --> 00:22:12,028 Conceited bastard! 338 00:22:21,273 --> 00:22:23,571 Hey, Max. 339 00:22:25,977 --> 00:22:27,569 Go! 340 00:22:29,147 --> 00:22:32,639 (Muffled) 341 00:22:32,684 --> 00:22:39,419 Les deux vases. Les trois peintures. Pas le lustre. 342 00:22:42,227 --> 00:22:44,127 Et puis tout �a. 343 00:22:45,163 --> 00:22:46,926 - Tout �a? - Yes. 344 00:23:09,855 --> 00:23:12,915 Michael! What do you think can have happened? 345 00:23:12,958 --> 00:23:15,153 I'll investigate, madame. 346 00:23:22,968 --> 00:23:24,731 Good God! 347 00:23:25,637 --> 00:23:28,037 Madame must not see this. 348 00:23:28,073 --> 00:23:30,007 It'll break her heart. 349 00:23:35,347 --> 00:23:39,010 Lovejoy! Something terrible's happened and they won't tell me. 350 00:23:39,050 --> 00:23:41,041 Ah, Lovejoy. 351 00:23:41,086 --> 00:23:43,520 You saved us a journey. 352 00:23:43,555 --> 00:23:45,216 In here. 353 00:23:49,861 --> 00:23:52,591 Oh, my God! 354 00:23:52,631 --> 00:23:54,929 Detective Sergeant Armstrong. 355 00:23:54,966 --> 00:23:58,697 The butler was saying how you were organizing a sale of the house contents. 356 00:23:58,737 --> 00:24:00,295 Yeah, was. 357 00:24:00,338 --> 00:24:02,306 Looks like someone beat you to it. 358 00:24:03,241 --> 00:24:06,699 - The whole house? - Paneling, even some of the floorboards. 359 00:24:12,451 --> 00:24:14,112 Unbelievable. 360 00:24:16,621 --> 00:24:20,717 I was here yesterday, taking stock. 361 00:24:20,759 --> 00:24:22,192 Taking what? 362 00:24:23,228 --> 00:24:26,288 Whoever did this knew exactly what they were doing. 363 00:24:26,331 --> 00:24:27,821 Yeah. 364 00:24:27,866 --> 00:24:31,063 - Where were you for the rest of the time? - Hm? 365 00:24:31,102 --> 00:24:33,730 After you were... taking stock. 366 00:24:33,772 --> 00:24:37,208 I was with a friend. You don't think I had anything to do with this, do you? 367 00:24:37,242 --> 00:24:40,234 - What kind of friend? - A lady friend. 368 00:24:40,278 --> 00:24:43,338 - Mind if I talk to her? - Not at all. 369 00:24:43,381 --> 00:24:46,873 Lovejoy was with me. We never left each other's side. 370 00:24:47,652 --> 00:24:51,144 You see, Officer, we spent most of the time in bed, 371 00:24:51,189 --> 00:24:53,054 making love. 372 00:24:54,826 --> 00:24:57,351 - Oh, I see. - Anything else? 373 00:24:58,396 --> 00:25:00,261 Not for the moment. 374 00:25:01,733 --> 00:25:02,893 (Whispers) Thank you. 375 00:25:02,934 --> 00:25:04,902 What?! 376 00:25:06,404 --> 00:25:08,565 It's not possible! 377 00:25:10,342 --> 00:25:11,331 Madame! 378 00:25:11,376 --> 00:25:15,710 But did you have to tell him everything? I mean, put it quite so bluntly. 379 00:25:15,747 --> 00:25:19,342 I only told him the truth. And you didn't tell me everything. 380 00:25:19,384 --> 00:25:22,683 - Hm? - That this was Madelene Gilbert's house. 381 00:25:25,657 --> 00:25:28,091 Oh, no! 382 00:25:38,069 --> 00:25:39,468 Madame... 383 00:25:39,504 --> 00:25:40,971 (Lovejoy) Is she OK? 384 00:25:41,006 --> 00:25:45,943 (Groaning) So silly of me to faint. 385 00:25:46,678 --> 00:25:48,646 It was such a shock. 386 00:25:48,680 --> 00:25:50,307 Oh, Madelene. 387 00:25:50,348 --> 00:25:52,248 Everything'll be all right, hm? 388 00:25:52,284 --> 00:25:57,119 The police'll soon catch these villains and I'll help you sort out the insurance. 389 00:25:57,155 --> 00:26:00,613 I'm... I'm afraid I don't have any insurance. 390 00:26:00,659 --> 00:26:02,183 But you must have. 391 00:26:03,028 --> 00:26:06,657 My husband didn't think we needed it. 392 00:26:06,698 --> 00:26:09,292 He said we couldn't afford the premiums. 393 00:26:11,202 --> 00:26:13,193 I guess that puts me in a bit of a pickle, huh? 394 00:26:14,139 --> 00:26:17,006 - Well, it could be worse. - No it couldn't. 395 00:26:18,510 --> 00:26:20,501 You gotta hand it to those blokes. 396 00:26:20,545 --> 00:26:23,275 I mean, nicking a painting's one thing but a staircase? 397 00:26:23,315 --> 00:26:26,011 How do you move a thing like that, never mind sell it? 398 00:26:26,051 --> 00:26:29,145 You've got a point there, Eric. Where do you sell a staircase? 399 00:26:29,187 --> 00:26:32,520 Hello, Mel? Yeah, thank you for backing me up this morning, I owe you one. 400 00:26:32,557 --> 00:26:36,687 How about you come over tonight, I'll open up a can of one of my Brazilian specialities. 401 00:26:36,728 --> 00:26:39,322 Well, tomorrow night. Well, another night. 402 00:26:39,364 --> 00:26:41,059 Well... 403 00:26:41,099 --> 00:26:42,828 Yeah, but I... 404 00:26:43,969 --> 00:26:46,369 Well, I'm sorry too. 405 00:26:49,007 --> 00:26:51,999 - Has she blown you out, Lovejoy? - No, it's just... 406 00:26:52,043 --> 00:26:54,568 As a matter of fact, I think she has. 407 00:26:55,480 --> 00:26:56,970 Well, that's women for you. 408 00:26:57,015 --> 00:26:58,983 Totally irrational. 409 00:27:00,352 --> 00:27:04,846 How to shift a staircase. That's the key to all this. 410 00:27:04,889 --> 00:27:08,450 (Eric) It's not our problem, though, is it? The police are dealing with it. 411 00:27:09,928 --> 00:27:12,692 Anyway, I think the butler did it. 412 00:27:12,731 --> 00:27:14,961 No, seriously, he is a bit odd, isn't he? 413 00:27:15,700 --> 00:27:17,565 Well, he knew the house was empty. 414 00:27:17,602 --> 00:27:20,867 Not a chance, Lovejoy, he's been with her for 40 years. 415 00:27:20,905 --> 00:27:23,396 He was her dresser at Gainsborough Pictures. 416 00:27:23,441 --> 00:27:26,433 Besides, if she drops off, he cops the lot. 417 00:27:29,648 --> 00:27:33,880 Who do we know... in architectural salvage, Tink? 418 00:27:33,918 --> 00:27:38,651 With the kind of quality those characters thieve? Three or four yards in the whole of London. 419 00:27:38,690 --> 00:27:40,282 How's Miriam, Eric? 420 00:27:40,325 --> 00:27:41,849 Never been better. 421 00:27:41,893 --> 00:27:44,088 Do you think she'll get me to London and back? 422 00:27:44,129 --> 00:27:47,656 London? Ah, well... 423 00:27:47,699 --> 00:27:49,564 maybe. 424 00:27:49,601 --> 00:27:51,000 Check her out. 425 00:27:51,036 --> 00:27:54,995 Hello. Yes, you might be able to help me. I have a client who wishes... 426 00:27:55,040 --> 00:27:59,739 (Eric) I don't know why he's doing this. Why doesn't he just let the police deal with it? 427 00:27:59,778 --> 00:28:02,645 There are two things in life Lovejoy holds dear. 428 00:28:02,681 --> 00:28:05,013 - Women and antiques. - Exactly. 429 00:28:05,950 --> 00:28:09,681 And right now, both have been taken away from him. 430 00:28:11,423 --> 00:28:14,051 I told you a little porky pie on the phone. 431 00:28:14,092 --> 00:28:18,529 What you're looking for isn't here but I may be able to get my hands on some of it. 432 00:28:18,563 --> 00:28:22,363 Money's no object but it is urgent. You know what the aristocracy's like. 433 00:28:22,400 --> 00:28:25,665 - We're here merely to serve... - Yeah, tossers. 434 00:28:25,704 --> 00:28:29,401 If you're prepared to do a joint deal, cash commission, 435 00:28:29,441 --> 00:28:32,205 I might be able to move things along pretty quick. 436 00:28:32,243 --> 00:28:33,574 Yeah, I don't see why not. 437 00:28:44,322 --> 00:28:47,189 He's given me the name of a Major Sullivan. 438 00:28:47,225 --> 00:28:50,922 Apparently he's a bit of a snotbag, talks like he's got a mouthful of marbles, 439 00:28:50,962 --> 00:28:54,728 ex-SAS and hard as a rock but I shouldn't let that put me off. 440 00:28:54,766 --> 00:28:57,394 He's got a boat moored out near Windsor. 441 00:29:14,853 --> 00:29:17,788 Hello? Ahoy! 442 00:29:17,822 --> 00:29:19,585 Ah! Major Sullivan. 443 00:29:19,624 --> 00:29:23,958 I was told that you could help me with certain things that I require... 444 00:29:25,630 --> 00:29:27,894 ...for a client. - Who gave you my name? 445 00:29:27,932 --> 00:29:32,232 Let's say he's a cross between a landscape gardener and an interior designer. 446 00:29:32,270 --> 00:29:34,602 Yes, well, I think you've got the wrong person. 447 00:29:34,639 --> 00:29:36,504 Perhaps you should see my list of requirements. 448 00:29:36,541 --> 00:29:38,805 I'm not a dealer, Mr? 449 00:29:38,843 --> 00:29:42,142 Oh, Hyatt. Roger Hyatt. Hyatt and Hyatt Antiques, Epsom. 450 00:29:42,180 --> 00:29:44,944 Well, as I said before, Mr. Hyatt, I'm not a dealer. 451 00:29:44,983 --> 00:29:51,013 I occasionally relocate architectural antiques for buyers with means and imagination. 452 00:29:51,055 --> 00:29:53,285 - Of course. - Do you have a card? 453 00:29:53,324 --> 00:29:54,655 Left them in the Porsche. 454 00:29:54,692 --> 00:29:56,785 Good day, Mr. Hyatt. 455 00:30:08,439 --> 00:30:10,270 Lovejoy. Get in! 456 00:30:15,613 --> 00:30:18,411 What the hell are you doing here, Lovejoy? 457 00:30:18,449 --> 00:30:20,883 Do you know who you've just been talking to? 458 00:30:20,919 --> 00:30:23,251 I thought so but no doubt you'll tell me anyway. 459 00:30:23,288 --> 00:30:25,415 What are you doing here? This isn't your patch. 460 00:30:25,456 --> 00:30:26,923 The man you've just harassed, 461 00:30:26,958 --> 00:30:30,155 apart form being a Falklands hero and a veteran of Northern Ireland, 462 00:30:30,195 --> 00:30:33,687 is also a security adviser to Scotland Yard and Interpol. 463 00:30:33,731 --> 00:30:39,761 So, why were you disturbing his very precious and extremely limited leisure time? 464 00:30:40,471 --> 00:30:42,132 He wanted to sell some of his medals. 465 00:30:42,974 --> 00:30:44,965 (Armstrong) Stop the car. 466 00:30:47,111 --> 00:30:50,444 Another wisecrack like that and I'll dump you in the bleedin' river. 467 00:30:50,481 --> 00:30:52,142 We had a tip-off. 468 00:30:52,183 --> 00:30:56,950 The gang that pulled the raid at Carlton Grange are planning something in this area. 469 00:30:58,656 --> 00:31:00,214 Surely not. 470 00:31:00,258 --> 00:31:02,249 Coincidence you're here, too. 471 00:31:03,461 --> 00:31:08,524 This is Ajutant Alain Bernard of the DRS, French Gendarmerie. 472 00:31:08,566 --> 00:31:12,434 He believes this gang has been operating in France for several years, 473 00:31:12,470 --> 00:31:15,098 where they are wanted for numerous crimes, 474 00:31:15,139 --> 00:31:17,539 including murdering a policeman. 475 00:31:18,843 --> 00:31:21,471 Can I have a word with you, Mr. Lovejoy? 476 00:31:26,451 --> 00:31:28,919 Do you know what this is, Mr. Lovejoy? 477 00:31:29,888 --> 00:31:33,949 Oh, it's sweet, but uh... I'm afraid I don't speak much French. 478 00:31:34,993 --> 00:31:36,927 Commission Rogatoire Internationale. 479 00:31:36,961 --> 00:31:40,226 With this document, I can interview any British subject. 480 00:31:40,265 --> 00:31:45,225 Well, bonne chance mon brave, but I think with me vous �tes floggin' a dead 'orse. 481 00:31:45,270 --> 00:31:48,296 - Je vous demande pardon. - What's it got to do with me? 482 00:31:48,339 --> 00:31:50,830 Perhaps nothing, Mr. Lovejoy. 483 00:31:50,875 --> 00:31:52,866 This is where I'm staying. 484 00:31:54,379 --> 00:31:57,246 If I hear anything I'll give you a ring. 485 00:31:57,282 --> 00:31:59,477 The girl. Melanie. 486 00:32:00,818 --> 00:32:03,912 Ask her about Michel Le Mor. Right? 487 00:32:05,356 --> 00:32:08,086 Police or no police, Sullivan's our man. 488 00:32:08,126 --> 00:32:11,152 Stick to him and he'll lead us to Le Mor and the rest. 489 00:32:11,195 --> 00:32:14,995 That's all very well, but if this Frenchie fellow has killed a policeman, 490 00:32:15,033 --> 00:32:17,900 he's not gonna lose any sleep over bumping us off. 491 00:32:17,936 --> 00:32:20,962 - Don't worry, Tinker, I'll look after you. - That's what I'm afraid of. 492 00:32:21,005 --> 00:32:23,838 Sullivan's boat is moored here, right? 493 00:32:23,875 --> 00:32:27,538 And it's called Ocean Roamer II. 494 00:32:28,613 --> 00:32:29,739 Right? 495 00:32:30,782 --> 00:32:32,807 Right. Off you go. 496 00:32:32,850 --> 00:32:35,614 - What, now? - Mm. Now. 497 00:32:35,653 --> 00:32:38,383 - Lovejoy, it's the middle of the night. - Exactly. 498 00:32:38,423 --> 00:32:42,120 Sullivan's not gonna leave in the middle of the night, but he might in the morning. 499 00:32:42,160 --> 00:32:45,391 Remember Eric, it is the early bird that catches the worm. 500 00:32:45,430 --> 00:32:48,763 What are you gonna be doing while we're risking our necks with cop killers? 501 00:32:48,800 --> 00:32:52,793 Well, I've got to pop into Delauneys tomorrow morning and then I'll get over to you. 502 00:32:53,604 --> 00:32:56,835 Oh yeah? Make sure the bird's all right. 503 00:32:57,508 --> 00:32:58,839 Yes. 504 00:32:58,876 --> 00:33:01,845 But if you need me, you can ring me there. 505 00:33:02,947 --> 00:33:06,508 Come on, Eric. We'll get further refreshment on the way. 506 00:33:07,452 --> 00:33:09,283 Last supper more like. 507 00:33:18,129 --> 00:33:19,960 - Good morning. - Morning. 508 00:33:19,998 --> 00:33:21,989 Long time no see. 509 00:33:22,633 --> 00:33:25,568 This isn't easy for me, Lovejoy. Please don't make it any harder. 510 00:33:25,603 --> 00:33:27,298 I said all I had to say on the phone. 511 00:33:28,840 --> 00:33:34,244 I was speaking to a French policeman yesterday. He said I should ask you about Michel Le Mor. 512 00:33:35,246 --> 00:33:37,077 It's just somebody I knew. 513 00:33:37,115 --> 00:33:39,606 Oh, he's somebody you knew. 514 00:33:39,650 --> 00:33:42,244 Yeah, we met in Bordeaux and, uh... 515 00:33:42,286 --> 00:33:46,279 - And, uh? - He was charming and sophisticated. 516 00:33:46,324 --> 00:33:48,155 I fell for him in a big way. 517 00:33:48,926 --> 00:33:51,224 I didn't know at the time that he was a criminal. 518 00:33:51,262 --> 00:33:53,594 What's worse, even when I did I kept on seeing him. 519 00:33:54,665 --> 00:33:57,259 This French cop thinks he turned over Carlton Grange 520 00:33:57,301 --> 00:34:01,169 and he thinks me, you or both of us tipped him off. Now, I didn't, did you? 521 00:34:01,205 --> 00:34:03,070 Of course not. 522 00:34:03,741 --> 00:34:05,766 It's a coincidence, it must be. 523 00:34:07,445 --> 00:34:10,812 If you think I would tell him anything voluntarily, you're very wrong. 524 00:34:12,650 --> 00:34:14,481 Who are you protecting, Mel? 525 00:34:15,553 --> 00:34:18,579 It won't help in the log run. You know that, don't you? 526 00:34:19,524 --> 00:34:22,118 He said it would be the last time, Lovejoy. 527 00:34:22,160 --> 00:34:24,185 You're right, it never will be. 528 00:34:25,897 --> 00:34:28,923 It's my father. I suppose I introduced them. 529 00:34:29,867 --> 00:34:31,801 My father owes him a lot of money. 530 00:34:33,771 --> 00:34:36,001 I'm sorry, Lovejoy. 531 00:34:36,040 --> 00:34:38,406 I didn't want you to get caught up in this. 532 00:34:39,077 --> 00:34:41,739 - Where's the next raid gonna be? - I don't know. 533 00:34:41,779 --> 00:34:43,246 It could be anywhere. 534 00:34:44,082 --> 00:34:46,812 I want a list of Delauneys' current clients 535 00:34:46,851 --> 00:34:50,412 and anyone else you can think of that you mentioned to your father. 536 00:34:53,091 --> 00:34:55,082 (Boat engine starts) 537 00:35:00,665 --> 00:35:02,656 (Rock music on headphones) 538 00:35:07,638 --> 00:35:10,232 - I have over 30. I can't check them all. - (Phone) 539 00:35:10,274 --> 00:35:13,573 - We can call and see if any are empty. - Delauneys. Yes. 540 00:35:14,979 --> 00:35:17,846 - Hello? - Sorry, Lovejoy, we've blown it. He's gone. 541 00:35:17,882 --> 00:35:19,144 What do you mean, gone? 542 00:35:19,183 --> 00:35:21,743 Sullivan. He's taken the boat and everything. 543 00:35:21,786 --> 00:35:24,118 It can't have been more than half an hour ago. 544 00:35:25,189 --> 00:35:28,989 Ah. Well, um, he went to get some sarnies. 545 00:35:29,026 --> 00:35:31,722 Ah! You want something doing, do it yourself! 546 00:35:31,762 --> 00:35:33,753 Hello? Lovejoy? 547 00:35:34,298 --> 00:35:35,959 Lovejoy? 548 00:35:38,669 --> 00:35:41,001 - These houses are on the water, aren't they? - Water? 549 00:35:41,038 --> 00:35:43,666 - You know. Rivers, canals. - Yes. Why? 550 00:35:43,708 --> 00:35:46,268 Because that's how they had to shift the stuff. 551 00:35:46,310 --> 00:35:49,746 Carlton Grange is on the water, the French chateau. Sullivan. Water. 552 00:35:49,780 --> 00:35:52,476 That's how they move it. They float it down the rivers. 553 00:35:54,485 --> 00:35:56,316 We've really blown it this time. 554 00:35:56,354 --> 00:35:59,380 How did a thing that big get past you? 555 00:35:59,423 --> 00:36:01,482 Oh, that's right. Blame it on me. 556 00:36:01,526 --> 00:36:03,118 At least I was out here. 557 00:36:03,161 --> 00:36:05,925 I suppose Lovejoy's not too pleased, eh? 558 00:36:05,963 --> 00:36:08,329 Well, you could say that. 559 00:36:08,366 --> 00:36:10,698 This one's down to us, Eric. 560 00:36:22,613 --> 00:36:25,548 - Go! Go! - All right! 561 00:36:25,583 --> 00:36:29,110 When I said hire a boat, I meant hire a boat with an engine! 562 00:36:29,153 --> 00:36:32,145 This is all they had left. We've got it for the rest of the day. 563 00:36:32,190 --> 00:36:34,215 Rate you're going we'll need it for the rest of the month! 564 00:36:34,258 --> 00:36:35,987 I'll soon get the hang of it. Ooh! 565 00:36:37,662 --> 00:36:40,654 (Tinker yells) You landlubber! 566 00:36:42,166 --> 00:36:44,566 Look. 567 00:36:48,706 --> 00:36:51,573 Nothing quite as ambitious as a staircase, I hope. 568 00:36:51,609 --> 00:36:55,602 No. Plenty of furniture, fireplaces, 569 00:36:55,646 --> 00:36:58,581 and a rather nice statue sitting in the garden. 570 00:36:58,616 --> 00:37:00,345 How will you move it? 571 00:37:01,385 --> 00:37:03,080 I'll make her fly. 572 00:37:25,176 --> 00:37:27,804 An antique dealer came to my boat yesterday. 573 00:37:28,980 --> 00:37:32,313 - Did he leave a name? - Hyatt, Roger Hyatt. Mean anything? 574 00:37:32,350 --> 00:37:34,443 No. What did he want? 575 00:37:34,485 --> 00:37:37,750 I'm not sure. Architectural antiques, I think. 576 00:38:17,695 --> 00:38:19,356 (Chuckles) 577 00:38:29,740 --> 00:38:30,729 (Beeping) 578 00:38:30,775 --> 00:38:34,211 We've narrowed it down to eight. Maybe we should call the police now. 579 00:38:34,245 --> 00:38:36,543 - (Phone) - Delauneys. 580 00:38:36,580 --> 00:38:38,878 Yes. It's Tinker. 581 00:38:38,916 --> 00:38:40,645 Yeah. 582 00:38:41,585 --> 00:38:42,574 What? 583 00:38:42,620 --> 00:38:46,056 The raid. That's where it's gonna be. 584 00:38:46,090 --> 00:38:47,250 Today. 585 00:38:47,291 --> 00:38:51,785 - How do you know? - I haven't got time to explain now, Lovejoy. 586 00:38:52,730 --> 00:38:55,665 There's pictures of Carlton Grange. 587 00:38:56,567 --> 00:38:59,229 - I'm on Sullivan's... - (Footsteps) 588 00:38:59,270 --> 00:39:00,897 (Quietly)... boat. 589 00:39:07,244 --> 00:39:08,905 Tink? 590 00:39:08,946 --> 00:39:10,846 Tinker, how? 591 00:39:18,255 --> 00:39:20,416 Broad daylight. 592 00:39:24,862 --> 00:39:28,127 Yes, I want to speak to Ajutant Alain Bernard, please. 593 00:39:28,799 --> 00:39:31,029 Well, I want to leave an urgent message. 594 00:39:31,068 --> 00:39:32,399 Yeah. 595 00:39:32,436 --> 00:39:38,602 Michel Le Mor will be at Higham Hall, Walgrave, p.m. Today. 596 00:39:38,642 --> 00:39:40,075 Be there. 597 00:39:40,111 --> 00:39:41,544 Lovejoy. 598 00:39:48,986 --> 00:39:51,045 (Horn) 599 00:41:06,063 --> 00:41:07,394 Tinker. 600 00:41:07,431 --> 00:41:08,898 Tinker? 601 00:41:10,167 --> 00:41:12,226 Eric, where is Tinker? 602 00:41:12,269 --> 00:41:14,669 Well, search me. How did you get here? 603 00:41:14,705 --> 00:41:17,731 Courtesy of Nigel Mansell here. He called me from the boat. 604 00:41:17,775 --> 00:41:19,333 Then he must still be on it! 605 00:41:35,226 --> 00:41:37,217 �25,000. 606 00:41:39,897 --> 00:41:42,058 I pay better than your pension, yes? 607 00:41:46,570 --> 00:41:51,872 Huh! I'm freezing! Any chance of me nipping off for a change of clothes? 608 00:41:51,909 --> 00:41:53,900 Not at the moment, Eric. 609 00:41:55,312 --> 00:41:56,973 Oh, here we are. 610 00:42:05,022 --> 00:42:08,924 (Eric) Ha! Fancy a big house like this being on mail order. 611 00:42:09,760 --> 00:42:12,923 My mum does that, it's probably the same firm. 612 00:42:12,963 --> 00:42:16,729 Well, mind you, it's more likely to be a member of staff, isn't it? 613 00:42:16,767 --> 00:42:19,167 Cook or summat like that. Or a butler... 614 00:42:19,203 --> 00:42:21,364 (Both) Shut up, Eric! 615 00:42:28,746 --> 00:42:31,806 They're not coming, Lovejoy. I knew they wouldn't. 616 00:42:31,849 --> 00:42:33,180 (Helicopter) 617 00:43:17,061 --> 00:43:18,722 Allons-y. 618 00:43:22,633 --> 00:43:24,624 Oh, no. 619 00:43:33,143 --> 00:43:35,008 Come on, James. 620 00:43:46,323 --> 00:43:48,154 Cheeky devils! 621 00:43:55,566 --> 00:43:57,932 I hope Bernard got my message. 622 00:44:03,774 --> 00:44:08,268 - Two 18th century chiffoniers. - 18th century chiff... 623 00:44:08,312 --> 00:44:11,770 Three, four... Make that four Bergama rugs. 624 00:44:11,815 --> 00:44:13,442 - Berg who? - Bergama. 625 00:44:17,788 --> 00:44:19,779 Where the hell is Bernard? 626 00:44:38,442 --> 00:44:41,468 - Gennaio stonework vase... - Ge... Gen... 627 00:44:41,512 --> 00:44:43,605 Four Hepplewhite dining chairs, Eric. 628 00:44:57,428 --> 00:44:59,794 - Hey. - It's about time. 629 00:45:04,702 --> 00:45:06,499 (Siren) 630 00:45:06,537 --> 00:45:08,095 Come on. 631 00:45:32,696 --> 00:45:34,664 Bernard! 632 00:45:34,698 --> 00:45:37,030 - Finally made it, eh? - Yeah. 633 00:45:37,067 --> 00:45:39,228 - Take it easy. - Come on. 634 00:45:40,204 --> 00:45:42,399 - What is it? - He's my father. 635 00:45:48,846 --> 00:45:50,643 C'est Le Mor. 636 00:45:50,681 --> 00:45:51,841 Stay with them. 637 00:47:09,326 --> 00:47:11,317 (Boat engine stops) 638 00:47:49,233 --> 00:47:50,928 Michel, t'es foutu! 639 00:48:00,344 --> 00:48:03,040 Help! Help! 640 00:48:04,214 --> 00:48:06,876 Lovejoy! Help! 641 00:48:06,917 --> 00:48:10,250 - Hello, Tink. - It's all right, we can manage. 642 00:48:14,124 --> 00:48:17,491 Lovejoy, it's marvelous. I can't thank you enough. 643 00:48:17,527 --> 00:48:22,226 And in order to show my appreciation, there's something I want you to have. 644 00:48:22,266 --> 00:48:24,598 No, I couldn't possibly accept that. 645 00:48:24,635 --> 00:48:26,432 Lovejoy, I insist. 646 00:48:26,470 --> 00:48:29,997 Well, thank you. I don't know what to say. 647 00:48:30,040 --> 00:48:33,407 Without you and darling Tinker, I would have nothing. 648 00:48:33,443 --> 00:48:37,072 Are you sure that's not the original Paul de Lamerie? 649 00:48:37,114 --> 00:48:38,809 Oh, course not, it's a copy. 650 00:48:39,616 --> 00:48:42,312 Darling Tinker, now what can I give you? 651 00:48:46,156 --> 00:48:48,147 Could I have your autograph? 652 00:48:50,694 --> 00:48:53,754 653 00:48:53,797 --> 00:48:57,233 (Humming) 654 00:48:57,267 --> 00:48:59,098 655 00:49:14,618 --> 00:49:16,449 (Classical music) 656 00:49:25,629 --> 00:49:27,290 Magic. 657 00:49:35,105 --> 00:49:36,572 (Lovejoy) Hello. 658 00:49:40,377 --> 00:49:42,470 (Sighs) Lovejoy... 659 00:49:47,517 --> 00:49:49,883 It's my father's bail. 660 00:49:49,920 --> 00:49:51,717 It's ridiculous. 661 00:49:51,755 --> 00:49:56,283 They want an enormous amount of money and I'm short of about 8,000. 662 00:49:56,326 --> 00:49:58,817 I'm sorry, Lovejoy. 663 00:50:01,031 --> 00:50:02,692 I've tried everywhere. 664 00:50:03,333 --> 00:50:06,302 You know, if there's... any other way. 665 00:50:08,438 --> 00:50:09,803 Easy come... 666 00:50:12,709 --> 00:50:14,700 ...easy go. 667 00:50:18,548 --> 00:50:20,209 We'll get him out. 668 00:50:23,587 --> 00:50:25,248 In the morning.