If you are the child of the 1980s, chances are there’s a movie quote or two that sticks in your mind.From family-friendly classics, to action-packed adventures, to beloved fairy-tales, the ’80s saw a wealth of iconic movies take the silver screen. The movie quotes included in them have become legendary and are often quoted today.For this very reason, they are songs that can bring a certain group of people together, who experienced the ’80s together.
Whether you find yourself more of a fan of Bill and Ted, the Ghostbusters, or The Goonies, here we explore some of the iconic ’80s movie quotes that every ’80s kid knows by heart.
Bill and Ted
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“Excellent!” –Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure
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“Party on, dudes!” –Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure
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“Be excellent to each other.” –Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure
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“Strange things are afoot at the Circle K!” –Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure
The ’80s saw Bill and Ted have a couple of adventures with their time machine phone booth, and it produced some of the most quotable movie lines in history. The hilarious duo made some truly memorable proclamations that have held up over the past three decades. From the classic “Excellent!” to the timeless “Be excellent to each other,” these lines are some of the most iconic of the ’80s.
The Goonies
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“Hey you guys!” –The Goonies
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“Goonies never say die!” –The Goonies
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“Down here, it’s our time. It’s our time down here!” –The Goonies
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“It’s our time…Goonies forever!” –The Goonies
The Goonies took the ’80s by storm and instantly became a family classic. It follows the tale of a group of adventurous kids set out against a scheming Super Villain, intent on stealing valuable treasures. Along the way, the Goonies uttered a few famous quotes that instantly became a part of the cultural lexicon. Whether it’s the famous call of “Hey you guys!” or the timeless “Goonies never say die,” these are the movie lines that ‘80s kids know by heart.
Ghostbusters
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“Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters!” –Ghostbusters
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“I ain’t afraid of no ghosts!” –Ghostbusters
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“Everything was fine with our system until the power grid was shut off by dickless here.” –Ghostbusters
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“Let’s show this prehistoric bitch how we do things downtown.” –Ghostbusters
The Ghostbusters movie was one of the biggest blockbusters of the 1980s, and it’s pop-culture references have stayed with us ever since.Who can forget the hilarious scenes with both ghosts and humans, as well as the iconic theme song and the unforgettable line: “Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters!” Surely everyone will recognize the slightly naughty “Let’s show this prehistoric bitch how we do things downtown,” delivered beautifully by Bill Murray. These are some of the most iconic ’80s movie quotes that every ’80s kid knows by heart.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
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“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you might miss it.” –Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
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“Bueller? Bueller? Bueller?” –Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
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“Oh yeah, the 1969 Ferrari. You really flaunt the rules.” –Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
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“I asked for a car, I got a computer. How’s that for being born under a bad sign?” –Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
The classic John Hughes’ movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off follows a day in the life of a high school senior skiving off for a day. It’s filled with memorable lines that have become part of the pop culture lexicon. “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you might miss it,” is probably one of the most quoted lines ever uttered in the movie. Not forgetting the famous “Bueller? Bueller? Bueller?” as well as his classic monologue at the end when he talks about how he asked for a car and he got a computer. These lines and many more have reached iconic status and every ‘80s kid knows them by heart.
Top Gun
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“I feel the need—the need for speed!” –Top Gun
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“Take me to bed or lose me forever!” –Top Gun
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“You can be my wingman any time.” –Top Gun
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“Maverick, this is not a good idea.” –Top Gun
The ’80s was full of great movie lines, and Top Gun was undoubtedly one of the most iconic.The movie features some stellar aviation scenes, as well as some of the greatest lines in cinematic history. Who can forget the classic “I feel the need—the need for speed!” or Maverick’s declaration of love to an unknown person over the radio: “Take me to bed or lose me forever!” And, of course, the moment when Maverick enlists Goose as his wingman: “You can be my wingman any time.” These classic ’80s movie quotes are some that every ’80s kid knows by heart.
The Princess Bride
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“Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.” –The Princess Bride
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“You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.” –The Princess Bride
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“As you wish.” –The Princess Bride
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“Life is pain, Highness. Anyone who says differently is selling something.” –The Princess Bride
The Princess Bride is a classic fairy tale movie and undoubtedly one of the greatest movies of all time. From the epic sword fights, to the hilarious one-liners, it has something that everyone can enjoy. It has also created some truly memorable movie lines that every ’80s kid knows by heart. From Inigo Montoya’s iconic line: “Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.” to the timeless “As you wish,” The Princess Bride is filled with classic ’80s movie quotes that have been used again and again over the years.
The ‘80s was a great time for movies. Not only were the stories captivating, the characters memorable, but the lines legendary. From the family-friendly classics to the thrilling adventures, there is a movie quote from the ‘80s that will stick in your mind. Whether it’s “Party on, dudes!” or “Hey you guys!”, these iconic movie lines are ones that every ’80s kid knows by heart. Enjoy a leisurely stroll down memory lane as you revisit some of your favorite movies of the era.