Whether you’re a die-hard cinephile or a casual weekend viewer, there are certain movie lines that have moved beyond the silver screen and into our everyday lives. From the chilling warnings of thrillers to the punchy one-liners of summer blockbusters, these famous movie quotes are more than just scripts—they are recognized landmarks of pop culture.
We’ve all heard them, and we’ve probably all quoted them at one time or another, but how well do you actually know the origins of these iconic phrases? Can you match the legendary delivery to the correct film? It’s time to find out. We’ve put together an informal challenge to test your cinematic IQ.
1) “Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a damn.”
2) “Here’s looking at you, kid.”
3) “You’re gonna need a bigger boat.”
4) “May the Force be with you.”
5) “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.”
6) “Go ahead, make my day.”
7) “I’ll be back.”
8) “You talkin’ to me?”
9) “Bond. James Bond.”
10) “You can’t handle the truth!”
See answers below.
The “Cinema Critic” Scoring System
0–3 Correct: The Background Extra
You might have been in the scene, but you didn’t have any lines. Time to turn off the sourdough baking videos and fire up Netflix!
4–7 Correct: The Reliable Character Actor
You know your stuff! You might not be the lead, but the movie is definitely better because you’re in it. You recognize the big hits, but the deep cuts got you.
8–10 Correct: The A-List Headliner
You have a photographic memory for dialogue and probably quote movies in your sleep. You’re ready for your Walk of Fame star.
1) Gone with the Wind (1939)
Who said it: Rhett Butler (Clark Gable)
2) Casablanca (1942)
Who said it: Rick Blaine (Humphrey Bogart)
3) Jaws (1975)
Who said it: Chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider)
4) Star Wars (1977)
Who said it: Han Solo (Harrison Ford)
5) The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Who said it: Dorothy Gale (Judy Garland)
6) Sudden Impact (1983)
Who said it: Harry Callahan (Clint Eastwood)
7) The Terminator (1984)
Who said it: The Terminator (Arnold Schwarzenegger)
8) Taxi Driver (1976)
Who said it: Travis Bickle (Robert De Niro)
9) Dr. No (1962)
Who said it: James Bond (Sean Connery)
10) A Few Good Men (1992)
Who said it: Col. Nathan Jessup (Jack Nicholson)
How did you do? Whether you’re an A-List Headliner or a Background Extra, we want to hear about it in the comments section below!
Don’t pack away the popcorn just yet, though. Check back next week for Part 2 of our Famous Movie Quotes Quiz featuring even more iconic lines. See you at the next showing!
