15 Iconic Fantasy Movie Quotes That Are Instantly Recognizable

Many quotes from the best fantasy movies of all time are instantly recognizable, evoking a specific magical facet of the fantasy
Genre captured in the moment. Quotes like this can be identified because they mention a character or world-building concept by name. However, some iconic quotes are just a collection of everyday words, maybe even completely weird when taken out of context, that are strung together and used in just the right way to become one of the most famous lines ever said.

The most quotable movies ever have some imagination, and easily allow for repetitions of the sarcastic remarks or life lessons exposed by fan-favorite fantasy characters. Whether a title was critically acclaimed or featured one of the best fantasy movie performances of all time, how much the movie is referred to more honestly speaks to how it impacted audiences. The most famous fantasy lines ever reflect a combination of inspiration, humor, seriousness and the feeling of a milestone movie Come to life.

15

“May the force be with you.”

Said by Han Solo in Star Wars (1977)

“may the force be with you” is such an iconic and oft-quoted line that its exact origin can be difficult to trace. Ironically, the first major character to say it on screen is the ever-skeptical Han, repeating what a Rebellion general said earlier to Luke in an attempt to part peacefully before Luke joins the attack on the Death Star.

in this movie, Luke learns to trust in the Force as a way of trusting himself. Star Wars Always comes back to this mysterious power, once invoked encouragingly by a friend who has never fully understood it himself.

14

“Of course it’s happening inside your head, Harry. Why does that mean it’s not real?”

Said by Professor Dumbledore in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 (2011)

Harry’s conversation with Dumbledore in a purgatorial King’s Cross Station is the brief moment of peace and clarification The audience and the characters get together before rallying one last time. Dumbledore explains a lot of lingering plot threads in this scene and repeats some of the biggest morals of the series. But his moderately unrelated final words to Harry are what stick, coming across as the strangely effective finishing touch on everything. Maybe the professor is dispelling any lingering self-doubt in Harry, or perhaps he’s breaking the fourth wall and encouraging the audience to keep believing in the story’s magic.

13

“Once you do something, you never forget. Even if you can’t remember.”

Said by Zeniba In Spirited Away (2001)

While Chihiro may have temporarily forgotten how Haku saved her as a child, and her adventure in the spirit realm may fade with time, she will always be changed by these things. The friendships and experiences subconsciously last forever. The circumstances of Spirited Away Change when Chihiro meets Zeniba, one of the few good people in the movie who wants to help her. Zeniba is a soothing presence that Chihiro needs, making her different from Haku or No-Face. In addition, this particular piece of advice said by Zeniba captures Spirited Aways core theme.

12

“I am no man.”

Said by Éowyn in The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

“I’m no man” is characteristic of the satisfying trope where a prophecy or obstacle is subverted by a loophole a narrow-minded villain overlooked. Eowyn’s arc in The Lord of the Rings is complex, and not everyone was happy with how it ended up in the books. However, it is mainly about her frustration at always being ordered to stay back, when she is a skilled warrior who wants to protect her kingdom. After a movie of this, Éowyn takes matters into her own hands and triumphs on the battlefield, Before finding some peace in the aftermath.

11

“My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.”

Said by Inigo Montoya in The Princess Bride (1987)

Inigo utters his famous mantra several times in The Princess Bride, A lifelong goal fueled by grief and dedicated training. The movie takes an interesting approach to this storyline, compared to other properties that emphasize the corrupt nature of pursuing revenge.

Mandy Patinkin’s performance during Inigo’s confrontation with Count Rugen is amazing, revealing the pain that will never fully go away. But it’s also exciting when he gets to say the words he’s been practicing for so long. Inigo is a classic swashbuckling adventurer, and once his mission is complete, he’s implied to easily move on.

10

“There’s no place like home.”

Said by Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz (1939)

“There’s No Place Like Home” is the essence of The Wizard of Oz. The movie from the best year in Hollywood history is a poignant depiction of the Dust Bowl When Dorothy expresses how she longs to travel to a magical place in the beautiful and thoughtful ballad “Over the Rainbow.” With the transition to Technicolor emphasizing the contrast, Oz is a vibrant, wonderful escape. But Dorothy still spends the entire movie trying to get back home. Despite the idea that something better exists elsewhere, there is no place like home, even in difficult times.

9

“Goonies never say die!”

Said by Mikey Walsh in The Goonies (1985)

The Gunnies is a nostalgic 1980s adventure movie based on a simple treasure-hunting expedition and straightforward themes. Today, the performances of young Sean Astin and Ke Huy Quan are a blast from the past. In The Goonies’ darkest hour, Astin’s Mikey delivers the movie’s most popular line. Like many of Austin’s most famous characters he would play as an adult, the Goonies never give up, And they are of this cost. Much like a fairy tale, the story rewards the Goonies for their perseverance, and they are able to save their home.

8

“The needs of the many are greater than the needs of the few… or the one.”

Said by Spock & Kirk in Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan (1982)

Spock is known for his cold, calculating logic and in his famous death scene in Star Trek II: The Wrath of KhanHe calls this logic as the reason for his sacrifice. Echoing what he said earlier in the movie, Spock explains that he must save everyone else, with Kirk filling in the blanks where Spock is struggling to speak. But for all the logic of the situation, it is still a deeply emotional moment. Kirk is distraught about what must be done, while Spock affirms their friendship. The combination in this moment makes the sacrifice even more important.

7

“Savy?”

Said by Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Peel (2003)

Jack’s response to the other characters’ bewilderment is simple “Savy?” In other words, everyone just needs to go along with it. Captain Jack Sparrow confused everyone when he first appeared on the big screen, In the best way possible

Will spends most of the first movie trying to keep up with Jack’s schemes, Barbossa has clearly had too much of Jack’s antics in his life, and the audience is busy trying to make sense of Johnny Depp’s performance. however, Pirates of the Caribbean Works best when a serviceable story lets Jack operate on pure charisma and adventure.

6

“Everything I’ve done, I’ve done for you. I move the stars for no one.”

Told by the Goblin King in Labyrinth (1986)

Labyrinth Also has a formulaic plot, with a basic rescue mission that needs to be completed. While the fairy tale tone is enjoyable, The dynamic between David Bowie’s Jareth, aka the Goblin King, and Jennifer Connelly’s Sarah is much more complicated. Sarah is a passionate fantasy fan who finds herself in a world she only dreamed of. She must save her brother, but she is drawn to the goblin king and his kingdom. Jareth’s most memorable line confounds the definition of dedication in the movie, with him claiming to have done everything to give Sarah what she wants.

5

“Do or do not. There is no attempt.”

Said by Yoda in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

Yoda took the idea of ​​the Force to the next level when he first appeared in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. He provided Luke with a real (and iconic) display of the Force’s power, which Obi-Wan never had. Yoda exposes that Luke must absolutely believe in the Force if he hopes to become a Jedi, And he will be able to do anything. “There is no attempt” is a very quotable line, applicable to almost any real-life situation. Meanwhile, his impact grows with each additional display of the Force’s potentially massive power Star Wars.

4

“It’s just a flesh wound.”

Said by Black Knight in Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975)

The Black Knight, extremely serious, continues to fight Arthur despite losing multiple limbs, Insisting that they are only minor injuries – exemplifies the movie’s tone. Monty Python and the Holy Grail is an absolutely wild hour and a half of meta jokes and breaking suspension of disbelief. King Arthur and his knights *attempt* to go on a classic, chivalric adventure, but are met with various wacky characters who refuse to play their part, offering many ridiculous, witty comebacks. Much like his fight with the Black Knight, the opening scene also hilariously undercuts Arthur, establishing him as a comic iteration.

3

“The cold never bothered me anyway.”

Said by Queen Elsa in Frozen (2013)

“Let It Go” was a true pop-culture phenomenon, until even Elsa frowned at the power ballad, which was played too many times on radio stations. Still, “Let It Go” is an amazing and deeply inspirational song, with lyrics elevated by Idina Menzel’s unrivaled vocals.

The song’s core theme lands even better after Elsa finds more personal freedom in the sequel. Of all the great lyrics in this hit, “The cold never bothered me anyway” is the perfect empowering dismissal, Shows Elsa embracing what others tell her is wrong about her magic.

2

“You will not pass!”

Said by Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)

“Don’t Pass” is a more difficult quote to refer to and apply to a real life situation, but it is beloved just the same. Gandalf, who is an extremely hearty and even goofy character at times, switches to being a true force of nature at others.

Gandalf’s confrontation with the Balrog is one of the most famous scenes in fantasy cinema, depicting the heights of Tolkien’s fantasy world. Before he (seemingly) tragically lost, Gandalf makes this defiant declaration protecting the rest of the Fellowship – in a way, reflecting the core theme of this installment.

1

“As you wish.”

Said by Wesley in The Princess Bride (1987)

The Princess Bride It’s also a movie that’s romantic because of that, and the love story of Wesley and Buttercup is actually very engrossing. “as you wish” Has undertones of chivalry, illustrating Wesley’s willingness to do anything for anything Buttercup. Meanwhile, she gradually comes to understand how much meaning his words hold. “as you wish” is also very easy to quote in everyday life And has the effect that all the best quotes of amazing Fantasy Movies do. A deceptively understated phrase holds all the magic and emotion in the world through its movie connotations.

• 	Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope	Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back	Harry Potter and the Deadly Hallows: Part 2	Spirited Away	The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring	The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King	The Princess Bride	The Wizard of Oz	The Gunnies	Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)	Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl	Labyrinth	Monty Python and the Holy Grail	Frozen
  Director	George Lucas	Irwin Kershner	David Yates	Hayao Miyazaki	Peter Jackson	Peter Jackson	Rob Reiner	Victor Fleming	Richard Donner	Nicholas Mayer	Gore Verbinski	Jim Henson	Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones	Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee
  Release date	25-05-1977	18/06/1980	2011-07-15	20/07/2001	2001-12-19	17-12-2003	1987-10-09	25-08-1939	07-06-1985	04-06-1982	07-09-2003	27-06-1986	25-05-1975	2013-11-27
  Figure	Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Peter Mayhew, Peter Cushing, Kenny Baker, James Earl Jones, Frank Oz, David Prowse, Carrie Fisher, Anthony Daniels, Alec Guinness	Billy Dee Williams, Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Peter Mayhew, Kenny Baker, James Earl Jones, Frank Oz, David Prowse, Carrie Fisher, Anthony Daniels	John Hurt, Jason Isaacs, Ralph Fiennes, Gary Oldman, Michael Gambon, Emma Watson, Warwick Davis, Rupert Grint, Robbie Coltrane, Helena Bonham Carter, Daniel Radcliffe, Alan Rickman	Takehiko Ono, Rumi Hiiragi, Tsunehiko Kamijô, Bunta Sugawara, Yasuko Sawaguchi, Takashi Naitô, Mari Natsuki, Miyu Irino	Liv Tyler, Hugo Weaving, Sean Astin, Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Sean Bean, Andy Serkis, Cate Blanchett, Billy Boyd, Orlando Bloom, Viggo Mortensen, John Rhys-Davies, Ian Holm, Dominic Monaghan, Christopher Lee	David Wenham, John Noble, Liv Tyler, Hugo Weaving, Sean Astin, Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Sean Bean, Andy Serkis, Karl Urban, Cate Blanchett, Billy Boyd, Orlando Bloom, Viggo Mortensen, Miranda Otto, John Rhys-Davies, Ian Holm, Dominic Monaghan, Bernard Hill	Chris Sarandon, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Christopher Guest, Cary Elwes	Margaret Hamilton, Jack Haley, Bert Lahr, Ray Bolger, Judy Garland	Ke Huy Quan, Josh Brolin, Sean Astin, Jeff Cohen, Corey Feldman	Walter Koenig, William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, Deforest Kelley, James Doohan	Geoffrey Rush, Keira Knightley, Jack Davenport, Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, Jonathan Pryce	Christopher Malcolm, Shelley Thompson, Toby Froud, David Bowie, Jennifer Connelly	Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones, Graham Chapman, Michael Palin, John Cleese, Eric Idle	Robert Pine, Josh Gad, Chris Williams, Ciarán Hinds, Maurice LaMarche, Kristen Bell, Alan Tudyk, Stephen J. Anderson, Edie McClurg, Santino Fontana, Jonathan Groff, Idina Menzel.
  Rating	PG	PG	PG-13	PG	PG-13	pg-13	PG	PG	PG	PG	PG-13	PG	PG	PG
  runtime	121 minutes	124 minutes	130 minutes	125 minutes	178 minutes	201 minutes	98 minutes	102 minutes	114 minutes	112 minutes	143 minutes	101 minutes	91 minutes	102 minutes