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	\| production_number = 46926		\| production_number = 46926
	\| writer = Gregory S. Dinallo, Irv Pearlberg		\| writer = Gregory S. Dinallo, Irv Pearlberg
	\| director = Jackie Cooper		\| director = Jackie Cooper

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	\| episode = 11		\| episode = 15
	\| airdate = May 6, 1977		\| airdate = May 6, 1977
	\| airtime = 60 minutes		\| airtime = 60 minutes

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	== Episode Overview ==		== Episode Overview ==
	''Sullied Be Thy Name'' aired on May 6, 1977 as part of ~~Season 1~~ on NBC ~~:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}~~. Quincy investigates the death of a priest discovered in a prostitute's bed.		''Sullied Be Thy Name'' aired on May 6, 1977 as part of Season 2 on NBC. Quincy investigates the death of a priest discovered in a prostitute's bed.

	== Table of Contents ==		== Table of Contents ==

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	== Episode Overview ==		== Episode Overview ==
	''Sullied Be Thy Name'' aired on May 6, 1977 as part of Season 1 on NBC :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. Quincy investigates the death of a priest discovered in a prostitute's bed~~, while also probing the motives of a pornography publisher whom the priest had publicly opposed :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}~~.		''Sullied Be Thy Name'' aired on May 6, 1977 as part of Season 1 on NBC :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. Quincy investigates the death of a priest discovered in a prostitute's bed.

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	== Episode Synopsis ==		== Episode Synopsis ==
	Father Torrell, a prominent anti-pornography crusader, succumbs to a heart attack. He's found in the arms of a call girl, and Lt. Monahan—his close friend—cries foul play. Quincy confirms natural death but discovers the corpse was moved. Suspicion turns toward Charles Desskasa, a sleazy magazine publisher the priest was targeting ~~:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.~~		Father Torrell, a prominent anti-pornography crusader, succumbs to a heart attack. He's found in the arms of a call girl, and Lt. Monahan—his close friend—cries foul play. Quincy confirms natural death but discovers the corpse was moved. Suspicion turns toward Charles Desskasa, a sleazy magazine publisher the priest was targeting

	== Plot Summary ==		== Plot Summary ==
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	== Reception & Ratings ==		== Reception & Ratings ==
	The episode holds a 6.9/10 IMDb rating from over 10,000 votes :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}. Reviews describe it as an intriguing albeit somewhat derivative investigation of scandal and conspiracy ~~:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.~~		The episode holds a 6.9/10 IMDb rating from over 10,000 votes :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}. Reviews describe it as an intriguing albeit somewhat derivative investigation of scandal and conspiracy

	== Trivia ==		== Trivia ==
	* The magazine publisher Desskasa is a thinly veiled parody of Penthouse’s Bob Guccione ~~:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.~~		* The magazine publisher Desskasa is a thinly veiled parody of Penthouse’s Bob Guccione
	* Filmed in Marina del Rey, CA ~~:contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.~~		* Filmed in Marina del Rey, CA
	* Quincy is initially resistant to reopening the investigation, a rare role-reversal with Monahan leading the questioning ~~:contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}.~~		* Quincy is initially resistant to reopening the investigation, a rare role-reversal with Monahan leading the questioning

	== The QME Episode Laws in Action ==		== The QME Episode Laws in Action ==

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	\| victim = Father Torrell (priest)		\| victim = Father Torrell (priest)
	\| autopsy_findings = Heart attack (natural cause); evidence body was moved postmortem		\| autopsy_findings = Heart attack (natural cause); evidence body was moved postmortem
	\| prev = [[An Unfriendly Radiance]]		\| prev = [[An Unfriendly Radiance (Quincy, M.E.)]]
	\| next = [[Valleyview]]		\| next = [[Valleyview (Quincy, M.E.)]]
	\| network = [[NBC]]		\| network = [[NBC]]
	\| production_company = Glen A. Larson Productions / Universal Television		\| production_company = Glen A. Larson Productions / Universal Television

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	== Episode Quote ==		== Episode Quote ==
	'''"He died of a heart attack… but the real question is who moved him—and why."'''		<blockquote>'''"He died of a heart attack… but the real question is who moved him—and why."'''
	~ '''Lt. Monahan'''		~ '''Lt. Monahan'''
			</blockquote>

	== Episode Overview ==		== Episode Overview ==
	''Sullied Be Thy Name'' aired on May 6, 1977 as part of ~~Season 2~~ on NBC :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. Quincy investigates the death of a priest discovered in a prostitute's bed, while also probing the motives of a pornography publisher whom the priest had publicly opposed :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.		''Sullied Be Thy Name'' aired on May 6, 1977 as part of Season 1 on NBC :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. Quincy investigates the death of a priest discovered in a prostitute's bed, while also probing the motives of a pornography publisher whom the priest had publicly opposed :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

	== Table of Contents ==		== Table of Contents ==

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{{Infobox television episode
| title = Sullied Be Thy Name
| titlecard = Quincy_SulliedBeThyName_Titlecard.png
| series = Quincy, M.E.
| season = 1
| episode = 11
| airdate = May 6, 1977
| airtime = 60 minutes
| production_number = 46926
| writer = Gregory S. Dinallo, Irv Pearlberg
| director = Jackie Cooper
| guest_star = John Saxon as Charles Desskasa; Joseph Campanella as Jules Draper; E.J. Peaker as Michelle; Linden Chiles as Monsignor Banion; Caroline McWilliams as Beverly; Eddie Firestone as Thayler
| victim = Father Torrell (priest)
| autopsy_findings = Heart attack (natural cause); evidence body was moved postmortem
| prev = [[An Unfriendly Radiance]]
| next = [[Valleyview]]
| network = [[NBC]]
| production_company = Glen A. Larson Productions / Universal Television
}}

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== Episode Quote ==
'''"He died of a heart attack… but the real question is who moved him—and why."'''
~ '''Lt. Monahan'''

== Episode Overview ==
''Sullied Be Thy Name'' aired on **May 6, 1977** as part of Season 2 on NBC :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. Quincy investigates the death of a priest discovered in a prostitute's bed, while also probing the motives of a pornography publisher whom the priest had publicly opposed :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

== Table of Contents ==
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== Episode Synopsis ==
Father Torrell, a prominent anti-pornography crusader, succumbs to a heart attack. He's found in the arms of a call girl, and Lt. Monahan—his close friend—cries foul play. Quincy confirms natural death but discovers the corpse was moved. Suspicion turns toward Charles Desskasa, a sleazy magazine publisher the priest was targeting :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.

== Plot Summary ==
# Quincy conducts an autopsy and declares a heart attack.
# Monahan suspects foul play and demands deeper investigation.
# Quincy uncovers signs the body was relocated postmortem.
# Quincy and Monahan confront Desskasa and associates.
# The truth emerges: a cover-up aimed to discredit the priest, not murder him.
# The real motive is revealed — aimed at character assassination, not homicide.

== Main Cast ==
* '''Jack Klugman''' as Dr. R. Quincy
* '''Garry Walberg''' as Lt. Frank Monahan
* '''Robert Ito''' as Sam Fujiyama
* '''John S. Ragin''' as Dr. Robert Asten

== Guest Cast ==
* '''John Saxon''' as Charles Desskasa
* '''Joseph Campanella''' as Jules Draper
* '''E.J. Peaker''' as Michelle
* '''Linden Chiles''' as Monsignor Banion
* '''Caroline McWilliams''' as Beverly
* '''Eddie Firestone''' as Thayler

== Case File Summary ==
'''Victim:''' Father Torrell, Catholic priest
'''Cause of Death:''' Natural (myocardial infarction)
'''Core Mystery:''' Was the body moved to frame him as hypocritical?

== Forensic Science Insight ==
* Autopsy confirms heart attack as cause of death—no toxins found.
* Analysis of body temperature and stage of rigor reveals relocation after death.
* Forensic pathology differentiates between homicide and staged scene.

== Themes & Tropes ==
* ''Reputation attack vs homicide'' – target is framed by scandal, not murder.
* ''Corruption vs morality'' – clash between religious figures and pornographic media.
* ''Institutional loyalty'' – Monahan’s personal connection adds emotional depth.

== Reception & Ratings ==
The episode holds a **6.9/10 IMDb** rating from over 10,000 votes :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}. Reviews describe it as an intriguing albeit somewhat derivative investigation of scandal and conspiracy :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.

== Trivia ==
* The magazine publisher Desskasa is a thinly veiled parody of Penthouse’s Bob Guccione :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
* Filmed in Marina del Rey, CA :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.
* Quincy is initially resistant to reopening the investigation, a rare role-reversal with Monahan leading the questioning :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}.

== The QME Episode Laws in Action ==
1. **Law 1 – Truth & Justice**: Quincy clarifies that no murder occurred while ensuring Torrell's integrity is restored.
2. **Law 2 – Social/Ethical Issues**: The episode grapples with media influence, privacy, and moral crusades against pornography.
3. **Law 3 – Complex Topics with Sensitivity**: Tackles religious reputations and moral hypocrisy without sensationalism, showing restraint.
4. **Law 4 – Scientific Accuracy**: The determination that the body was moved is grounded in valid forensic science, reinforcing episode credibility.

== Episode Navigation ==
← [[An Unfriendly Radiance]] • '''Sullied Be Thy Name''' • [[Valleyview]]
''Season 2 Overview:'' [[Quincy, M.E. (Season 2)|Full Episode List]]

== See Also ==
* [[Quincy, M.E.]]
* [[List of Quincy, M.E. episodes]]
* [[Forensic pathology]]
* Topics: [[Pornography]], [[Religious scandals in media]]
* [[NBC]]
* [[1977 in television]]

== External Links ==
* [IMDb – ''Sullied Be Thy Name'' (tt0681841)]