I haven’t got a car or a house. I’ve got a wife, but I didn’t pay for her! I spend all my money on my glorious wife. She’s here with a knife at my throat!

Meaning of the quote

This quote suggests that the speaker values their wife more than material possessions like a car or house. They spend all their money on their "glorious wife" and even feel threatened by her, as she has a knife at their throat. The quote is meant to be humorous, highlighting the idea that a loving relationship is more important than wealth or status.

About Mackenzie Crook

Mackenzie Crook is an acclaimed English actor, director, and writer known for his roles in popular TV shows like The Office, Game of Thrones, and Detectorists. He has also appeared in the Pirates of the Caribbean films and created the award-winning BBC series Detectorists.

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