The recent release of The Batman has already provided viewers with quotes that are sure to stick around and continue to be easily recognized, namely "I am vengeance." Like with many other movies, the quote came at a striking moment, allowing the line to really pack a punch.
Whilst The Batman is an action-filled movie, there are many movies across lighter genres that have highly recognizable quotes, even years after their release, either because they resonated with audiences or they are simply so powerful. Whether in a love story, a side-splittingly funny comedy, or even an animated film, Reddit fans took to the site to express which movies quotes they feel are the most recognizable.
Notting Hill (1999)
"I'm just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her."
Julia Roberts has acted in a fair share of romantic comedies, including Pretty Woman and Runaway Bride, with both having famous quotes. But it was in one of her most famous movies, Notting Hill, that Roberts delivered one of her most recognizable lines to date.
One particular Redditor chose "I'm just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her" as the most recognizable movie quote. Playing Anna Scott, Roberts' famous line gave the character a vulnerability and openness that melted viewers' hearts. It was Scott's willingness to wear her heart on her sleeve and confess her feelings that made the line stand out and recognizable for the film it's in.
The Dark Knight (2008)
"Why So Serious?"
It's become known as The Dark Knight.
For one now-deleted Reddit , the line that stands out is "Why So Serious?" The short sentence left a big impression on audiences, with three words that feed into his clown image but cut with a sharp, villainous meaning. Arguably, Ledger's outstanding acting was a great contribution to making the quote so recognizable.
Shrek (2001)
"I like that boulder, that is a nice boulder."
There are plenty of Shrek may just be one of them. The early 00s animated movie became a huge hit with adults and children alike, providing an imaginative storyline for the latter, but subtle humor for the former.
As one of its simpler quotes, Redditor pokeblue992 chose "I like that boulder, that is a nice boulder," as the most recognizable. Donkey was one of the funniest characters in the movies and his recognizable quotes were plentiful because of his enthusiasm, kind heart, and joyful persona. Complimenting a boulder was typical for him, never missing a beat to make audiences laugh.
The Wizard Of Oz (1939)
"Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore."
There are many musical movies from decades ago that remain in the hearts of fans and are still watched by today's generations. The Wizard Of Oz was released in 1939, yet is still quoted in the modern-day.
As the young woman finding her way in a completely new world, Judy Garland provided viewers with various quotes that would forever be recognized. Reddit RudegarWithFunnyHat picked "Toto, I've a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore." Fans are able to easily recognize the quote because it encapsulates Dorothy's innocence and surprise at landing in the fantastical world, which completely differs from her home of Kansas, later realizing "there's no place like home."
Spider-Man (2002)
"With great power comes great responsibility."
The Marvel movies not only have inventive characters and creative stories, but the script work has developed many a quote that is often used and recognized by fans everywhere.
In Spider-Man (which starred Tobey Maguire) Uncle Ben delivered a profound and emotional line, which Reddit Lisaannottaken believes to be the most recognizable: "With great power comes great responsibility." Although the quote doesn't derive from the movie and is actually originally by Voltaire, the context hit hard with viewers, especially as Ben was just trying to help his nephew. It could be greatly applied to Spider-Man's life, resonate with fans, and is now easily recognized because of the scene it was used in.
Titanic (1997)
"I'm king of the world!"
Even though it's not particularly historically accurate, Titanic is a memorable film because it followed the tragic sinking of the titular ship and the unthinkable struggle people faced to survive after the disaster.
As one of the film's leading characters, Jack is of a lower class and manages to get a place on board the ship. Reddit one of Jack Dawson's best quotes in the movie.
Snakes On A Plane (2006)
"I have had it with these motherf***in' snakes on this motherf***in' plane."
It may not be one of Samuel L Jackson's best movies, but audiences still Snakes On A Plane, mainly for its famous quote.
Reddit GrumpyCatStevens said, "I have had it with these motherf***in' snakes on this motherf***in' plane" is the most recognizable movie quote for them. It can be deemed as such because of Samuel L Jackson's easily identifiable voice and the emphasis with which it's said. The plot of the movie might not have been the most revolutionary, but almost everyone knows this quote.
The Lord Of The Rings (2001)
"You shall not !"
It was a brave venture for Peter Jackson to take on the project of turning J.R.R Tolkien's masterful work into a cinematic triumph. Yet, it was a success. The Lord Of The Rings was a superb development of the fantasy novels.
A now-deleted Reddit chose "You shall not !" as the most recognizable quote, which is said by Gandalf. When fighting Balrog, Gandalf powerfully states the quote with a clear meaning. Any fan that utters this line is almost guaranteed to say it with the same ferocity as Gandalf because it's also his delivery that makes it so recognizable.
Grown Ups (2010)
"I wanna get chocolate wasted."
There are plenty of great quotes from adults in movies and even animated characters, but that's not to say that younger children haven't delivered some great lines over the years.
In Grown Ups, panic ensues when the adults have to explain what the word "wasted" means, but they play it off as meaning to really want ice cream. Upon hearing this, Becky comes back with a quote that Redditor simplexseason thinks is the most recognizable. "I wanna get chocolate wasted," is a great line because the character doesn't know what it really means, but is sweetly just trying to in the fun, but also using an adult word. Adam Sandler's movies have a great way of making every character hilarious, at some point.
The Lion King (1994)
"Hakuna Matata."
Some quotes are stand-alone, one-offs that just stick in the minds of viewers. But others are memorable because they are incorporated into a song or even the titular lyric.
Redditor CedarWolf decided "Hakuna Matata" is the most recognizable film quote, and there is definitely an argument here. Timone and Pumba were great characters for children to connect to and when they brought the wonderful phrase to light, it really stood out. The uplifting line is easy to recognize because of its uniqueness and feel-good factor and of course, the eccentric characters that say (or sing) it.
