J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King is an epic fantasy film that has captivated audiences for generations. The film’s enduring popularity is due in no small part to its quotable dialogue. From the rousing speeches of heroes to the heartfelt wisdom of mentors, The Return of the King is a treasure trove of memorable lines. In this article, we will explore 30 of the most iconic quotes from the film. These quotes span the breadth of the story, from the darkness of Mordor to the hope of Gondor. They offer insights into the characters, the themes of the story, and the timeless power of good over evil.
- You have one job: don’t bring it back. – Gandalf the Grey
- You cannot pass! – Gandalf the Grey
- You are not alone. – Aragorn
- You are my friend, and you will always be my friend. – Frodo Baggins to Samwise Gamgee
- Where there is life, there is hope. – Aragorn
- We shall have one last grand battleAnd in that battle, we shall all perish. – Theoden King of Rohan
- They’re taking the hobbits to Isengard! – Merry Brandybuck
- There is nothing more dangerous than a warrior who has nothing to lose. – Aragorn
- The sun has risen. – Samwise Gamgee
- The strength of men is not in their numbers, but in their will. – Elrond
- The Ring has a will of its ownIt will not be destroyed in this way. – Gandalf the Grey
- The only way to defeat evil is to do good. – Samwise Gamgee
- The King has returned! – The people of Gondor
- The Grey may pass, but the White cannot. – Gandalf the White
- The fellowship of the Ring is brokenBut my heart is not. – Aragorn
- The eagles are gone. – Legolas
- Ride for Gondor! – Theoden King of Rohan
- Precious! – Gollum
- My friends, you bow to no one. – Aragorn
- Looks like meat’s back on the menu! – Gimli
- It is not our place to rule over men, but to guide them. – Aragorn
- Into the West! – Frodo Baggins and Bilbo Baggins
- I will not let the Ring destroy me. – Frodo Baggins
- I carry a burden greater than any of you, and will not share it with you. – Frodo Baggins
- I am not a hobbit. – Gollum
- For Frodo! – The Rohirrim
- Fly, you fools! – Gandalf the Grey
- Even the smallest person can change the course of the future. – Galadriel
- Cast it into the fire! Destroy it! – Frodo Baggins
- All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us. – Gandalf the Grey
