Re: So, ... you're dead.
5. Det. John Munch, Baltimore PD (Homicide, Life on the Streets), NYPD (Law & Order SVU). The man loves a good conspiracy theory.
4. Det. Kate Beckett, NYPD (Castle). Why? Kate Beckett (or is it Nikki Heat?). And she can put up with Castle.
3. Det. Frank Pembleton, Baltimore PD (Homicide, Life on the Street). Pembleton and that show was great.
2. Det. Lennie Briscos, NYPD (Law & Order). Cynical curmudgeon, and if he "
was kidding you he'd be wearing a fez, and no pants."
1. Lt. Louie Provenza, Priority Homicide Division, LAPD (The Closer, Major Crimes). The only one yet to out curmudgeon Lenny Briscoe.
Hall of Fame: Lt. Frank Columbo. (Columbo) Enough said. .... No, wait, just one more t'ing ... < crusty cigar gesture here >
And before you ask, a few friends consumed a few beverages around a campfire on this subject over the weekend.