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17 Disney Quotes That Will Never Get Old

April 30, 2016
April 30, 2016

Some Disney quotes are simply timeless. Some we may have loved as children and still find ourselves quoting again and again. Others are newer additions that make us laugh, lift us up, or bring us solace in our most trying of circumstances. All are moments we will never forget. Here are a few that continue to speak to us every time we see them:

1. “I never look back, darling. It distracts from the now.” –The Incredibles

Edna Mode holding a suit in the animated movie "The Incredibles"

It’s a fact. A quote about the present will forever be present.

2. “It is time.” –The Lion King

Rafiki from the animated movie "The Lion King"

When something epic is about to happen, like the start of a new year or the presentation of the future king of the Pride Lands, this is the quote that immediately come to our minds.

3. “The only limit is your imagination.” –Big Hero 6 

Hiro and his friends in the animated movie "Big Hero 6"

Fist bump if this one has inspired you towards greatness.

4. “Adventure is out there.” –UP

Young Carl and Ellie from the animated movie "UP"

The world is your oyster. Seize the day and explore!

5. “That might sound boring, but I think the boring stuff is the stuff I remember the most.” –UP

Russell saluting Carl in the animated movie "UP"

When you look back on your life, you’ll remember the big moments, but the smaller ones too. It’s quotes like these that remind us to appreciate the little things.

6. “Just keep swimming.” –Finding Nemo

Dory tells Marlin to "just keep swimming" in the animated film "Finding Nemo"

Life is full of ups and downs, but if you just keep swimming, brighter days are surely ahead.

7. “You threw off my groove.” –The Emperor’s New Groove

Kuzco (voiced by actor David Spade) in the animated movie "The Emperor's New Groove"

This amount of attitude is hard to forget.

8. "Dishonor on you." –Mulan

Mushu in the animated movie "Mulan"

Nothing like a good ‘ole venting session..

9. “You don’t meet a girl like that every dynasty.” –Mulan

Mushu whispering in Mulan's ear in the animated movie "Mulan"

This dragon’s got all the luck AND the catchphrases.

10. “Anyone can cook, but only the fearless can be great.” –Ratatouille

Remy makes an omelet in the animated movie "Ratatouille"

Risks are the catalyst towards greatness. Take a chance and don’t be afraid to fail.

11. “Fairy tales can come true. You gotta make ‘em happen. It all depends on you.” –The Princess and the Frog

Tiana on a balcony looking at the stars in the animated movie "The Princess and the Frog"

Half of making your dreams happen is having the dream – this quote reminds us that the other half is up to you!

12. “Take her to the moon for me.” –Inside Out

Bing Bong, Joy and Sadness: Characters from the animated movie "Inside Out"

This (tear) one (tear) never fails to make us whimper.

13. “Mine.” –Finding Nemo

Seagulls chirping "mine" in the animated movie "Finding Nemo"

Lay your claim! Mark your territory! Let the world know that the donut is yours.

14. “'Ohana' means family. Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten.” –Lilo and Stitch

Stitch carrying Lilo in the animated movie "Lilo & Stitch"

There’s nothing like knowing someone’s always going to be there for you, whether it’s your actual family, your best friend or even your alien dog.

15. “Someone call IX I I!” –Hercules

Hercules and his pal hiding in the animated movie "Hercules"

This quote never fails to make us geek out because of its sheer genius.

16. “You are a sad, strange little man and you have my pity.” –Toy Story

Woody telling Buzz that he's a toy in "Toy Story"

To infinite shade and beyond.

17. “Oh yes, the past can hurt. But the way I see it, you either run from it or learn from it.” –The Lion King

Rafiki talking to Simba in the animated movie "The Lion King"

This one is a good reminder that yes, bad things happen. The goal is to use those experiences as learning opportunities and keep moving forward.

If you don’t have a favorite Disney quote yet, it's time to find one. Stream all of your Disney favorites now on Disney+.

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