The Marvel Cinematic Universe has given fans much more than just thrilling fight sequences, awesome superheroes in costumes, and banging background scores. While all characters have been explored in-depth and from different perspectives, fans see a plethora ofthe best Marvel quotes that would look great in frames on walls for their powers of motivation and relatability.
From the ingenious Captain America, tech wizard Iron Man, and powerful Thor to the always angry Hulk, immensely clever Black Widow, and conniving Loki, all the characters irrespective of being a hero or an evil villain have thoughts on how life can be and words that can get you through some tough situations.
23"If you’re nothing without this suit, then you shouldn’t have it."
Tony Stark / Iron Man, ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ (2017)
Anyone familiar with Marvel knows thatRobert Downey Jr.’s counterpart in the cinematic universe was a determined and headstrong personality who took great pride in his character, especially considering everything he went through. This quote in particular, which is directed toTom Holland’s Peter Parker during a disagreement inSpider-Man: Homecoming, highlights how great of a mentor he is.
On top of being a very memorable Tony/Petermomentallaround,theHomecomingbit sheds light on the importance of proving worthy of something without relying on others(in this case in particular, on Tony and his highly advanced technology). It’s a great and inspirational quote that ranks high among Tony Stark’s best for several reasons, but mostly for the way it reflects about duty and responsibility.
Spider-Man: Homecoming
22"I make grave mistakes all the time. Everything seems to work out."
Thor Odinson, ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ (2017)
The rugged Thor Odinson might have been portrayed as a dim-witted manchild in thefirst fewThormovies, but he turned out pretty smart when it came to providing viewers with life lessons.InRagnarok, he owns up to making mistakes and blunders but also realizes how everything works out in the end.
No matter what choices fans make or the mistakes individuals make, Thor reminds everyone that as long as they’re living and breathing to fight another day, know that it will somehow work out in the end. This is seen in his especially chaotic and storied narrative within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which has taken the beloved hero to some of the highest highs and lowest lows.
Thor: Ragnarok
21"We never lose our demons, Mordo. We only learn to live above them."
The Ancient One, ‘Doctor Strange’ (2016)
TheAncient OnefromDoctor Strangewas a very wise and extremely intelligent character. She was resourceful and perceptive to situations. With the ability to see the bigger picture, she always advised and made suggestions that could help Strange or others in the Sanctum Sanctorum.
One of themost profound Marvel movie quotescomes from the Ancient One, and applies to everyone struggling with their identity or personal problems. It encourages viewers to find a way to accommodate them rather than battling to get rid of them. In the end, they are part of what helps shape and mold individuals after all. Despite the way her story arc ended, her words can still resonate with viewers and other characters within the MCU thanks to the wisdom and experience behind them.
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20"The price of freedom is high. It always has been. And it’s a price I’m willing to pay."
Steve Rogers / Captain America, ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ (2014)
In one of Captain America’s finest features,The Winter Soldier, Steve confesses that he understands the costs associated with freedom and is not afraid to “pay” for the price during a conversation where he grapples with the moral complexities of liberty, highlighting the idea that true heroes act not just for their benefit but for the greater good of society.
Ultimately, this is an inspiring line for many reasons: not only does it serve as a motivating call to action when it comes to the particular subject of freedom, butit also encourages viewers to stand firm in their values in — and especially — the face of adversity. It is also highly on-brand for the character, as he has always been a resilient personality, embodying his leadership skills even during hard times.
Captain America: The Winter Soldier
19"You seek love. It’s all any of us want."
Thor Odinson, ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ (2022)
Thor was seen as lonely and alone in the latest movie of the franchise,Thor: Love and Thunder. With his family and friends away, he turned to philosophy to get him by. He meditates and finds inner peace in order to understand himself and what he wants. In the end,Thor comes to the realization that everyone seeks love in this universeand cannot get by alone in their lifetime. It truly hit hard for anyone who knows that finding love can sometimes be more difficult than finding all six infinity stones.
The now-famous Marvel quote is also said during a climactic moment where Thor is about to lose a huge part of his life and gain a new, potentially bigger aspect of it. Those who have seen the movie likely still remember the high stakes that came with this inspirational MCU quote.
Thor: Love and Thunder
18"Good is not a thing you are. It’s a thing you do."
Abdullah, ‘Ms. Marvel’ (2022)
WhileMs. Marvelseries wasn’t as streamed as other Disney+ Marvel shows featuring more popular characters, it certainly offered those who decided to give it a play with memorable moments and an engaging storyline. One of the most unforgettable bits is whenLaith Nakli’s Abdullah, the imam of the Islamic Masjid of Jersey City, tells a conflicted Kamala that “good is not a thing you are” but instead a “thing you do.”
While not exactly a groundbreaking line, Abdullah’s words of wisdom are thought-provoking and beautifully said. Indeed, good comes from within and is translated into the actions of those who are well-intentioned and good-natured, which is the case ofIman Vellani’s Kamala Khan.This inspiring moment serves as a reminder that one is only as good as one’s actions and the choices they make.
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17"You are the product of all who came before you, the legacy of your family."
Ying Nan, ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ (2021)
When Shang-Chi is struggling to accept his past and who his father turned out to be, a meeting with his aunt Ying Nan is precisely what he needs. She tells the troubled protagonist that “the good and the bad” are “all a part of who” he is, since he’s the “product of all who came before” him, even the parts he doesn’t want to acknowledge.
Instead of running away from his fate, the quote fromShang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Ringsis a reminder thatwhile people may have no control over where they come from, they can choose what to do with their future. The moving line is more than enough to remind Shang-Chi to fight alongside his newfound family, no matter the cost.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
16"I don’t judge people on their worst mistakes."
Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow, ‘Avengers: Endgame’ (2019)
Scarlett Johansson’s Natasha Romanoff andJeremy Renner’s Clint Barton shared one ofthe MCU’s strongest bondsgiven everything they underwent together. So much so that, when she sacrificed herself for everyone, she took her life especially so that Barton would not do it himself. In an emotional between the two inAvengers: Endgame, Natasha revealed that she does not judge others for their worst mistakes.
This line makes a lot of sense coming from the character, taking into consideration that Natasha has often been forced to do things she didn’t really want to.This inspiring Marvel quote analyzes how people’s mistakes do not sum up their worth or indicate whether they’re deserving of other people’s sympathy, especially when said people are working on their own character development.
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15"I choose to run towards my problems, and not away from them. Because that’s what heroes do."
Thor says this line during a pivotal moment inTaika Waititi’s belovedThor: Ragnarokwhen he looks back on the challenges he faces as a hero, embodying his growth throughout the film and highlighting the importance of facing adversity and fully going through it.
This particular quote reflects Thor’s determined nature and heroism
This particular quote reflects Thor’s determined nature and heroism, capturing the essence of what it means to be a hero and the importance of confronting challenges. What makes it inspiring, though, is how it also applies to our daily lives; even if these are very different circumstances, it serves as a motivational reminder that courage and accountability are admirable traits that contribute greatly to character development and help build a more proactive approach in life.
14“What is grief, if not love persevering?”
Vision, ‘WandaVision’ (2021)
WandaVisionhas proven to be one of the MCU’s most heartbreaking projects so far, given how it sheds light on Wanda’s (Elizabeth Olsen) grieving journey followingEndgame, which had occurred merely three weeks before the show’s events. Given that loss has always been a predominant theme in the series, one of the most impactful and memorable quotes, which is said by Vision (Paul Bettany) and directed to Wanda’s suffering, had many viewers shedding a tear.
“What is grief, if not love persevering” is a moving and inspiring line because it incites audiences to look at a very painful situation in a positive light; it rightfully argues that grief only exists because there was love before it. While this is an obvious train of thought, it is a well-delivered line by Bettany, and ultimately resulted in one of the series' most memorable bits.
