50+ Wrath Of Khan Quotes That Old School Trekkies Will Love
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The movie 'Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan' was released in the year 1982 in America and is a part of the 'Star Trek' film franchise, it is a much loved science fiction film.
The main characters of the film are Spock, Khan Noonien Singh, James T. Kirk, commonly known as Admiral Kirk, and Lieutenant Saavik. The series has some of the best sayings and quotes that are still remembered and loved today.
One very famous saying of Spock from the 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan' 1982 movie is "live long and prosper", surely everyone recognises that one! Spock had a dramatic ending in the film.
In the 'Wrath Of Khan' ending, Spock takes his last breath and utters the famous words "I have been... and always shall be... your friend. Live long... and prosper".
The film was one of the greatest films of its time because of the casts' fantastic acting and the dramatic scenes of the film.
The storyline of the film was beyond excellent and it is still recalled and loved by audiences today. We have compiled the most appreciated and famous quotes from 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan' film to extend your knowledge of the film's characters and their roles.
If you liked our list of 'Wrath Of Khan' movie quotes then please also have look at our articles on 10th Doctor quotes and 11th Doctor quotes too.
Spock 'Wrath Of Khan' Quotes
'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan' was the second film that was based on the 'Star Trek' television series.
The 'Star Trek II' cast delivered some of the most iconic quotes and so many of these 'Star Trek Wrath Of Khan' quotes are still in the heart of its audience. Mr. Spock, being one of the lead characters of the film, delivered some truly memorable dialogues and quotes.
For example, the famous Spock death quote is undoubtedly an iconic line as is his bold claim that "logic clearly dictates that the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few", here are some more quotes to get you thinking!
1. "You have been, and always will be, my friend and I have been, and always shall be, your friend."
- Mr. Spock.
2. "Were I to invoke logic, logic clearly dictates that the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few."
- Mr. Spock.
3. "Don't grieve, Admiral. It is logical."
- Mr. Spock.
4. "You are my superior officer. You are also my friend. I have been and always shall be yours."
- Mr. Spock.
5. "...Or the one. I never took the Kobayashi Maru test until now. What do you think of my solution?"
- Mr. Spock.
6. "As a matter of cosmic history, it has always been easier to destroy than to create."
- Mr. Spock.
7. "Right on schedule, Admiral. Just give us your co-ordinates and we'll beam you aboard."
- Mr. Spock.
8. "Live long and prosper."
- Mr. Spock.
9. "As you are so fond of observing, doctor, I am not human."
- Mr. Spock.
10. "If I may be so bold, it was a mistake for you to accept promotion. Commanding a starship is your first, best destiny; anything else is a waste of material."
- Mr. Spock.
11. "That is wise."
- Mr. Spock.
12. "You must learn to govern your passions; they will be your undoing."
- Mr. Spock.
13. "You proceed from a false assumption. I am a Vulcan. I have no ego to bruise."
- Mr. Spock.
14. "For everything; there is a first time."
- Mr. Spock.
15. "He is intelligent, but not experienced. His pattern indicates two dimensional thinking."
- Mr. Spock.
16. "I would not remind you of that which you know so well."
- Mr. Spock.
Khan 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan' Quotes
In the 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan', you will also find many famous Khan quotes. Khan Noonien Singh was one of the most important characters of the 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan' film.
'Wrath of Khan' was so great as a film because it had the best and most entertaining scenes, from the awesome inside submarine scenes and the greatest action scenes, to the best scenes of outer space.
In the film, there was a starship that has a unique Reliant Prefix Code for preventing enemies from entering the starship. The code helped keep the 'Wrath Of Khan' ship out of danger.
There are also 'Star Trek' birthday quotes which includes "Second star to the right...and straight on 'til morning," said by James Kirk.
We have listed here the best 'Star Trek 2' quotes delivered by Khan to Kirk, Spock, and other characters. This list of the 'Wrath Of Khan' quotes, including Khan's last words, will help you immerse yourself back in this fantasy world.
17. "We are one big, happy fleet! Kirk, my old friend, do you know the Klingon proverb that tells us revenge is a dish that is best served cold? It is very cold in space!"
- Khan Noonien Singh.
18. "To the last, I grapple with thee. From hell's heart, I stab at thee. For hate's sake, I spit my last breath at thee."
- Khan Noonien Singh.
19. "Oh, I've given you no word to keep, Admiral. In my judgment, you simply have no alternative."
- Khan Noonien Singh.
20. "He tasks me. He tasks me and I shall have him. I'll chase him 'round the Outer Nebula and 'round Antares Maelstrom and 'round perdition's flames before I give him up!"
-Khan Noonien Singh.
21. "Perhaps I no longer need to try, Admiral."
-Khan Noonien Singh.
22. "I've done far worse than kill you. I've hurt you. And I wish to go on hurting you.”
- Khan Noonien Singh.
23. "Allow me to introduce you to Ceti Alpha V's only remaining indigenous life form."
- Khan Noonien Singh.
24. "Lock phasers on target."
- Khan Noonien Singh.
25. "These are pets, of course. Not quite domesticated."
- Khan Noonien Singh.
26. "Kirk. You're still alive, old friend?"
- Khan Noonien Singh.
27. "I never forget a face. Mister... Chekov. Isn't it? I never thought to see your face again."
- Khan Noonien Singh.
28. "There she is! There she is! Ah... not so wounded as we were led to believe. So much the better!"
-Khan Noonien Singh.
29. "The override. Where's the override?"
- Khan Noonien Singh.
30. "Oh, not all at once. And not instantly, to be sure."
- Khan Noonien Singh.
31. "You are in a position to demand nothing. I, on the other hand, am in a position to grant nothing."
-Khan Noonien Singh.
32. "You still remember, Admiral. I cannot help but be touched. I, of course, remember you."
- Khan Noonien Singh.
Captain Kirk 'Wrath Of Khan' Quotes
The meaning of 'Wrath of Khan' is about strong vengeful anger or indignation as the film i all about the character Khan and his mission of vengeful anger.
The character of James T. Kirk in the film is commonly known as Admiral Kirk and the 'Wrath Of Khan' film offers many great, memorable and unique Admiral Kirk 'Wrath Of Khan' quotes and dialogues.
There are many Khan vs Kirk quotes in the film, such as the "from hell's heart I stab at thee" quote, which many regard as the most famous line from the film. James T. Kirk in tribute to Spock, famously said that "we are assembled here today to pay final respects to our honored dead.
And yet it should be noted, in the midst of our sorrow, this death takes place in the shadow of new life, the sunrise of a new world; a world that our beloved comrade gave his life to protect and nourish."
This powerful Spock funeral speech was one of the best quotes from this great film.
Below is a list of 'Star Trek II' quotes by Kirk for you to find out more.
33. "Commanding a starship is your first, best destiny. Anything else is a waste of material."
- James T. Kirk.
34. "You were going to kill me, Khan. You're going to have to come down here! You're going to have to come down here!"
- James T. Kirk.
35. "How we deal with death is at least as important as how we deal with life, wouldn't you say?"
- James T. Kirk.
36. "Of all the souls I've encountered in my travels, his was the most... human."
- James T. Kirk.
37. "Kirk: Khan, how do I know you'll keep your word?
Khan: Oh, I've given you no word to keep, Admiral. In my judgment, you simply have no alternative."
- 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan'.
38. "Galloping around the cosmos is a game for the young, Doctor.”
- James T. Kirk.
39. "Every young man's fantasy. Seem to remember it myself.”
- James T. Kirk.
40. "Still, old friend. You've managed to kill everyone else but like a poor marksman, you keep missing the target."
- James T. Kirk.
41. "Khan, you bloodsucker. You're gonna have to do your own dirty work now, do you hear me? Do you?"
- James T. Kirk.
42. "Kirk: Well... shall we start with the engine room?
Scott: We'll see you there, sir, and everything is in order.
Kirk: That'll be a pleasant surprise, Mister Scott."
- 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan'.
43. "I changed the conditions of the test; got a commendation for original thinking. I don't like to lose."
- James T. Kirk.
44. "He wants to kill me for passing sentence on him fifteen years ago. And...he doesn't care who stands between him and his vengeance."
- James T. Kirk.
45. "James T. Kirk: It's a far, far better thing I do than I have ever done before. A far better resting place that I go to than I have ever known.
Carol: Is that a poem?
James T. Kirk: No. Something Spock was trying to tell me. On my birthday."
- 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan'.
46. "We learn by doing."
- James T. Kirk.
47. "James T. Kirk: Physician, heal thyself.
Leonard McCoy: Is that all you've got to say? What about my performance?
James T. Kirk: I'm not a drama critic."
- 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan'.
48. "What is the meaning of this attack? And where's the crew of the Reliant?"
- James T. Kirk.
49. "James T. Kirk: I suppose you're about to remind me that logic alone dictates your actions?
Spock: I would not remind you of that which you know so well."
- 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan'.
50. "Kirk : This is Admiral Kirk. We tried it once your way, Khan, are you game for a rematch? Khan, I'm laughing at the superior intellect.
Khan : Full impulse power!
Joachim : No, sir! You have Genesis! You can have whatever...
Khan : [grabs Joachim in anger] full power!"
- 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan'.
51. "James T. Kirk: There may be wounded, can you spare anyone?
Leonard "Bones" McCoy: Yeah. I can spare me."
- 'Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan'.
52. "Scotty, I need warp speed in three minutes or we're all dead."
- James T. Kirk.
53. "It was the best of times; it was the worst of times."
- James T. Kirk, quoting from the novel 'A Tale Of Two Cities'.
54. "It had the virtue of never having been tried. Oh, by the way...thank you for this."
- James T. Kirk.
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