61 Best 90s Quotes From Movies That Are Totally Rad
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It’s been more than two decades but legendary '90s movie quotes still rock!
You may or may not be a '90s kid but iconic movies such as 'Titanic', 'Toy Story', 'Matrix', scary movies similar to 'Sleepy Hollow', 'Tremors', 'Scream', and 'The Devil’s Advocate' are some Hollywood flicks everyone has heard about. Some quotes from these movies are as gripping as their stories!
The highly quotable '90s movies lacked the sharpness of today’s sci-fi movies and overrated aesthetics, but were as enjoyable as any modern movie. Some of the best nineties quotes are heart touching and candidly funny.
So why not revisit Buzz Lightyear’s "infinity and beyond" catchphrase or the tense, “You can’t handle the truth” courtroom face-off with these great movie quotes and '90s sayings?
If you look carefully, well-known movie quotes from past times still come in handy when you can’t find the right Instagram captions or a funny note for a friend. Memorable movie quotes from the nineties still make people nostalgic.
Holiday movies, scary movies, classic rom-com movies like 'Ghost', 'You’ve Got Mail', 'Sleepless In Seattle', 'Notting Hill', and 'Jerry Maguire' are all-time favorites.
Don’t the flamboyant, funny, simple '90s movie characters, '90s song quotes from Nirvana’s grunge to bubblegum pop from Aqua and Ace of Base make you miss the old days? You’re gonna get a dose of nostalgia revisiting some famous, funny, and never forgettable '90s quotes from the list we have prepared for you.
If you are one of those hardcore '90s fans, why not look at these 'Matrix' quotes and 'Shawshank Redemption' quotes for more?
The Best '90s Movie Quotes
You may think the '90s was all about questionable fashion, but it gave us some of the most awesome, goofy, thoughtful movies too. The musical tunes were great and so were the actors.
Even today, quotes from '90s movies are mentioned now and then.
If you are a little rusty and cannot place them right, we are gonna get you on track with a fantastic list of some of the most popular quotes from the '90s. See which one of the quotes from the old flicks you adore the most.
1. “My momma always said life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.”
– Forrest, ‘Forrest Gump’ (1994).
2. “…That they may take our lives, but they'll never take our freedom.”
– William Wallace, ‘Braveheart’ (1995).
3. "Jack: Where to, Miss?
Rose: To the stars."
- ‘Titanic’ (1997).
4. “Run, Forrest, run!”
- Forrest, ‘Forrest Gump’ (1994).
5. "I know you can be overwhelmed, and you can be underwhelmed, but can you ever just be whelmed?"
- Chastity, ‘Ten Things I Hate About You’ (1999).
Famous Movie Quotes From The '90s
'90s movies were packed with excellent quotes. It’s not an easy choice to pick one of the best catchphrases from the '90s and leave the rest but we tried to bring you some famous '90s movie quotes that are still talked about.
Catchphrases of the '90s from 'Dumb And Dumber' or 'Sixth Sense' will be remembered for decades to come. Here are some prominent movie quotes from which will transport you to the bygone era!
6. “Hasta la vista, baby.”
— Terminator, ‘Terminator 2 - Judgment Day’ (1991).
7. “I’m the king of the world!”
– Jack Dawson, Titanic (1997).
8. “The first rule of Fight Club is: you do not talk about Fight Club.”
– Tyler Durden, ‘Fight Club’ (1999).
9. "Excuse me, I believe you have my stapler...”
– Milton, ‘Office Space’ (1999).
10. “I see dead people. They don’t know they are dead.”
– Cole Sear, ‘The Sixth Sense’ (1999).
11. “To infinity and beyond!”
– Buzz Lightyear, ‘Toy Story’ (1995).
12. “Show me the money.”
– Jerry Maguire, ‘Jerry Maguire’ (1996).
13. “You can't handle the truth!”
- Colonel Nathan R. Jessup, ‘A Few Good Men’ (1992).
14. “I'm having a good time . . . not.”
- Garth, ‘Wayne's World’ (1992).
15. “Now I wanna dance, I wanna win. I want that trophy, so dance good.”
- Mia Wallace, ‘Pulp Fiction’ (1994).
'90s Themed Instagram Captions And Quotes
Whether it’s for a selfie, or a throwback photo, you can always find '90s catchphrases to use as an Instagram caption.
Wonderful movie quotes similar to “Hakuna Matata” from 'The Lion King', which, in Swahili, simply means "no worries" offer unique and exciting caption ideas that will make you feel nostalgic, and like the king of the world! Fitting lyrics from a '90s song or famous '90s quotes from music can also fetch you more likes and comments.
Delve a little deep to pick some catchy lines from teen movies, or spin some funny '90s movies quotes to add some sparkle to your Instagram captions!
16. “It’s my most capable-looking outfit!”
– Cher, ‘Clueless’ (1995).
17. “You don’t always have to be who they want you to be, you know.”
– Kat Stratford, ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ (1999).
18. “Don’t let anyone, ever, make you feel like you don’t deserve what you want.”
– Patrick Verona, ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ (1999).
19. “You met me at a very strange time in my life.”
- Narrator, ‘Fight Club’ (1999).
20. “The lower you fall, the higher you’ll fly.”
– Chuck Palahniuk, ‘Fight Club’ (1999).
21. “Good. I'm looking for the least possible amount of responsibility.”
– Lester Burnham, ‘American Beauty’ (1999).
22. "You guys give up yet? Or are you thirsty for more?”
– Kevin, ‘Home Alone’ (1990).
23. “Hakuna Matata. It means no worries.”
– Pumbaa, ‘The Lion King’ (1994).
24. “Do you like scary movies?”
– Ghostface, ‘Scream’ (1996).
25. “Ugh! As if!"
– Cher, 'Clueless' (1995).
26. “Never forget who you are.”
— Mufasa, ‘The Lion King’ (1994).
Funny '90s Movie Quotes
It was the decade of some of the best funny movies Hollywood has ever produced. Those funny '90s quotes from 'When Harry Met Sally', 'Liar Liar', 'Home Alone' and more will keep you amused non-stop, no matter how many times you watch them.
It is the storyline, clothes, music, and the entire charade which made these humor flicks so funny and entertaining.
We gathered some funny '90s quotes that you could use to bring a smile to someone’s face. Which of these best '90s comedy movie quotes is your favorite?
27. “Keep the change, ya filthy animal.”
– Kevin McCallister, ‘Home Alone’ (1990).
28. “You look so good with blond hair and black roots it's like not even funny.”
– Michele, ‘Reunion’ (1997).
29. “You know, you drive almost slow enough to drive Miss Daisy.”
– Mike Lowery, ‘Bad Boys’ (1995).
30. “Boy, do I hate being right all the time!”
- Malcolm , ‘Jurassic Park’ (1993).
31. “OK, I get it: I. Have. Bad. Teeth.”
– Austin, ‘Austin Powers’ (1997).
32. "Stupid is as stupid does."
- Forrest Gump, ‘Forrest Gump’ (1994) .
33. “Now that's some high quality H2O.”
-Bobby Boucher, ‘The Waterboy’ (1998).
34. “Just when I think you couldn’t possibly be any dumber, you go and do something like this… and totally redeem yourself.”
— Harry, ‘Dumb And Dumber’ (1994).
35. "Oh, look. Another glorious morning. Makes me sick!”
- Winifred Sanderson, ‘Hocus Pocus’ (1993).
36. “Buzz, your girlfriend... woof!”
– Kevin, ‘Home Alone’ (1990).
37. “I'll call ya. Your number still 911? Alllll righty then.”
– Ace Ventura, ‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’ (1994).
38. “Don't look at me like I'm frickin' Frankenstein. Give your father a hug!”
– Dr Evil, ‘Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery’ (1997).
39. “You got the wrong guy. I’m the Dude, man.”
– The Dude, ‘The Big Lebowski’ (1998).
40. “You think you're funny right?”
– Cole Sear, ‘The Sixth Sense’ (1999).
41. “Boy this party really died.”
— Lloyd, ‘Dumb And Dumber’ (1994).
42. “I'm looking for Ray Finkle... And a clean pair of shorts.”
– Ace Ventura, ‘Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’ (1994).
43. “Bless this highly nutritious microwavable macaroni and cheese dinner and the people who sold it on sale. Amen.”
- Kevin, ‘Home Alone’ (1990).
Romantic '90s Movies Quotes
On Valentine’s Day, along with a box of chocolates, you never know which '90s quote may come to your rescue to impress someone. There are plenty of '90s quotes that could work as charmers, win someone’s heart, and leave an everlasting impression.
44. “You had me at hello.”
– Dorothy Boyd, ‘Jerry Maguire’ (1996).
45. "I knew it the first time I saw her. It was like coming home, only to no home I'd ever known. I was just taking her hand to help her out of a car and I knew. It was... magic.”
– Sam, ‘Sleepless In Seattle’ (1993).
46. "I'm not a smart man... but I know what love is.”
– Forrest, ‘Forrest Gump’ (1994).
47. "I'm also just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her."
– Anna, ‘Notting Hill’ (1999).
48. “You make me want to be a better man.”
– Melvin Udall, ‘As Good As It Gets’ (1997).
49. “I wanted it to be you. I wanted it to be you so badly.”
– Kathleen Kelly, ‘You’ve Got Mail’ (1998).
50. “Love is passion, obsession, someone you can’t live without. If you don’t start with that, what are you going to end up with?”
- William Parrish, ‘Meet Joe Black’ (1998).
51. “This is my one chance at happiness. I have to be ruthless!”
– Julianne Potter, ‘My Best Friend’s Wedding’ (1997) .
Stunning Catchphrases From '90s Movies
These unforgettable catchphrases from the movies of the '90s have made their way into the everyday conversation of people. These multipurpose phrases can be used in tête-à-tête, as captions on social media, and may end up winning attention from all quarters!
52. "The things you own end up owning you.”
- Tyler Durden, ‘Fight Club’ (1999).
53. “Most people never get to see how brilliant they could be.”
- Tom, ‘Good Will Hunting’ (1997).
54. “Whoever saves one life, saves the world entire.”
– Stern, ‘Schindler's List’ (1993).
55. “There is no normal.”
– Angus Bethune, ‘Angus’ (1995).
56. “Sure I could've stayed. Could've even been king. But in my own way, I am king.”
– Ash, ‘Army Of Darkness’ (1992).
57. “We buy things we don’t need, with money we don’t have, to impress people we don’t like.”
– Tyler Durden, ‘Fight Club’ (1999).
58. “Well, what if there is no tomorrow? There wasn't one today.”
- Phil, ‘Groundhog Day’ (1993).
59. “Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in.”
- Michael Corleone, ‘The Godfather: Part III’ (1990).
60. “But it helps me remember... I need to remember... Sometimes there's so much beauty in the world, I feel like I can't take it, and my heart is just going to cave in."
– Ricky Fitts, ‘American Beauty’ (1999).
61. "It is so nice when you can sit with someone and not have to talk."
– Harry, ‘When Harry Met Sally’ (1989).
Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly quotes for everyone to enjoy! If you liked our suggestions for '90s movie quotes, then why not take a look at these '80s movie quotes or ['American Beauty' quotes] for more?
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