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60 Best Movie Quotes That Everyone Should Know

Just keep swimming through these iconic lines!

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There's nothing like kicking back, relaxing, and watching a good movie. With your favorite movie snacks, of course! But, really—between rom-coms for our hopeless romantics, mystery-thrillers for those who like to be sat on the edge of their seat, and simple feel-good movies for those who want a mindless watch—movies have a pretty big impact on us, no matter how niche the genre is! And with great movies come memorable lines. So memorable that we decided to make a list of the most famous, iconic quotes that have come from movies. And trust us when we say you'll know many of these, whether you've seen the film or not!

We've included a mix of popular sayings, like catchy one-liners, snippets from lengthy monologues, and iconic lines that never get old. Here's one from the Godfather franchise (one of Ree's favorites): "Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer." See what we mean? Instantly recognizable!

If you like movies as much as Ree and Ladd Drummond—it's their favorite date night activity!—you may recognize most of these best movie quotes. Or, maybe you'll see something you like and decide to add it to your watch list. Either way, you should definitely bookmark this page so you can wow everyone at the next movie trivia night. That's an offer we know you can't refuse!

1

Terminator 2: Judgment Day

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“Hasta la vista, baby.”

2

Gone With the Wind

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“As God as my witness, I'll never be hungry again.”

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3

Top Gun

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“I feel the need — the need for speed!”

4

Love Story

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“Love means never having to say you're sorry.”

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All About Eve

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“Fasten your seatbelts. It's going to be a bumpy night.”

6

Funny Girl

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“Hello, gorgeous.”

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7

When Harry Met Sally

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“I'll have what she's having.”

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The Help

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“You is kind. You is smart. You is important.”

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The Godfather Part II

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“Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.”

10

Dr. No

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“Bond. James Bond.”

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Black Panther

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"In times of crisis, the wise build bridges while the foolish build barriers."

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Notting Hill

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"I'm also just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her."

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13

The Godfather

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"I'm going to make him an offer he can't refuse."

14

The Notebook

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"If you’re a bird, I’m a bird."

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15

Jaws

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"You're gonna need a bigger boat."

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Legally Blonde

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"What, like it's hard?"

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17

The Shawshank Redemption

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"Some birds aren't meant to be caged. Their feathers are just too bright."

18

The Wizard of Oz

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"There's no place like home."

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The Dark Knight

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"Why so serious?"

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If Beale Street Could Talk

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"Remember love is what brought you here."

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Kelly O'Sullivan
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Kelly O’Sullivan is the senior editor for The Pioneer Woman and manages the website’s social channels, in addition to overseeing content strategy and news.
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