Jurassic Park’s 10 Most Memorable Quotes: Still Roaring 32 Years On!

1993 marked the cinematic debut of the iconic film Jurassic Park, which continues to be one of Steven Spielberg’s most memorable works and a standout in the dinosaur genre 32 years later. Michael Crichton’s 1990 novel Jurassic Park introduced us to the story of John Hammond, a billionaire entrepreneur, who created a theme park filled with dinosaurs cloned from ancient DNA. The novel was an instant best-seller and hit the big screen three years later as Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park, setting a record for highest box office earnings at the time. This groundbreaking film spawned numerous sequels and an entire media franchise, solidifying its place as the foremost dinosaur-based franchise, all stemming from the lasting influence of the original Jurassic Park.

Apart from breathtakingly reviving dinosaurs using groundbreaking visual effects during its era, “Jurassic Park” has also left a lasting impact as a film full of memorable quotations. While Jeff Goldblum’s portrayal of Dr. Ian Malcolm dominates the iconic lines from the movie, the script penned by David Koepp and Michael Crichton is brimming with unforgettable dialogue from other characters too. Here are ten “Jurassic Park” quotes that have solidified its cultural significance over three decades.

“Must go faster!”

One memorable quote from the movie “Jurassic Park” is one that any viewer would likely utter if they found themselves being chased by a T-Rex. When characters Robert Muldoon (played by Bob Peck), Dr. Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern), and the injured Dr. Malcolm are making their way back to the Visitor’s Center, the T-Rex, ready for its next meal, starts chasing them. As the T-Rex closes in, Dr. Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) urges Muldoon to “Go faster!” in a characteristic manner. This line from Dr. Malcolm became so iconic and amusing that Goldblum later repeated it three times to Will Smith as they raced away from pursuing aliens in their giant spaceship during the climax of the 1996 film “Independence Day.

“And before you even knew what you had, you patented it, and packaged it, and slapped it on a plastic lunch box, and now, you’re selling it, you want to sell it!”

In the initial unveiling of the dinosaur population within Jurassic Park to its inaugural tour group, a cluster of scientists exhibit a blend of awestruck admiration and cautious apprehension. Among them, Dr. Ian Malcolm expresses significant unease about the concept of reviving dinosaurs, voicing concerns about the risks associated with such experimental endeavors. According to Malcolm, Hammond (Sir Richard Attenborough) and the Jurassic Park scientists were so engrossed in the prospect of reintroducing dinosaurs into the contemporary world as a commercial venture, they overlooked potential pitfalls, resulting in Malcolm’s memorable line, delivered while tapping emphatically on the table. This frequently repeated and often word-for-word statement by Dr. Malcolm serves as an enduring cautionary tale about the perils of transforming dinosaurs into a multi-billion dollar tourist attraction.

“The only one I’ve got on my side is the blood-sucking lawyer!”

In my perspective, John Hammond’s endeavor to persuade the visiting scientists that Jurassic Park was safe and secure didn’t quite hit the mark as he had planned. Alongside Dr. Malcolm’s apprehensions, Dr. Sattler voiced her own discomfort (“There are plants in this place that are toxic, and you chose them because they look nice”), and even his last-ditch effort to gain Dr. Grant’s endorsement prior to the tour was unsuccessful. In the end, Hammond took it all in stride, humorously stating a line that left the corporate lawyer Donald Gennaro (Martin Ferrero) with just a polite “Thank you.” Beyond its cautionary tale about meddling with divine powers, Jurassic Park appears to carry an underlying distrust for corporate attorneys.

“What have they got in there? King Kong?”

As the first journey into Jurassic Park commences, the two vehicles pass through grand swinging gates emblazoned with the park’s name, prompting Dr. Malcolm to joke, “What’s in there? Goliath from Kong Island?” Malcolm’s comment brings a touch of humor to the initial tour of Jurassic Park, while also serving as a wink to cinema history, recalling the 1933 film King Kong. Just like the inhabitants of Skull Island, who sought refuge behind walls with swinging doors from Kong’s fury, offering human sacrifices in return, Malcolm’s remark alludes back to the awe and fear of ancient creatures concealed behind barriers, infused with a hint of King Kong nostalgia. Furthermore, his jest foreshadows the futility of restraining dinosaurs, much like the effort to contain Kong proved ineffective.

“Shoot her! Shoot her!”

In the initial scene of Jurassic Park, the first famous quote unfolds as the security team introduces a Velociraptor into its designated viewing area. However, things take a turn for the worse when the Raptor pushes away the loading pen, charging towards a park worker and attacking him brutally. As the Jurassic Park crew attempts to restrain the Raptor using tasers, Robert Muldoon desperately yells, “Shoot her! Shoot her!” in a desperate bid to save the park worker. This quote is not only memorable from Jurassic Park, but it’s also undeniably heart-wrenching.

“All I’m say is that life, uh, finds a way.”

As a die-hard Jurassic Park fan, I can’t help but remember the moment when Dr. Ian Malcolm, with a hint of skepticism in his voice, expressed his doubts about the park’s security and population control measures. He was particularly concerned about the entire dinosaur population being engineered to be female, fearing that such artificial limitations on life might not hold for long.

When Dr. Henry Wu (B.D. Wong) questioned if he believed that the park’s female-only population could reproduce, Dr. Malcolm famously replied with a quote that has stood the test of time: “Life finds a way.” This memorable line from Ian Malcolm, brilliantly portrayed by Jeff Goldblum, eventually graced the poster for 2018’s Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom as its tagline.

“Spared no expense.”

John Hammond, in essence, is both a salesman and an entertainer, as demonstrated throughout “Jurassic Park” with his recurring quote, “Spared no expense.” This phrase is not just used casually but is woven into various aspects of the park, from security measures to the selection of Richard Kiley for the park tour narration, right down to the ice cream in the Visitor’s Center dining room. In the context of “Jurassic Park,” this quote carries a dual meaning. It showcases Hammond’s business savvy, aiming to provide Jurassic Park visitors with an unparalleled adventure experience. At the same time, it underscores that despite his lavish spending, dinosaur-themed amusement remains an unsafe endeavor.

“Clever girl.”

In a turn of events reminiscent of Dr. Grant’s earlier encounter with Velociraptors, Robert Muldoon learns the hard way just how dangerous these creatures can be when two of them break free and he attempts to capture them while Dr. Sattler works on restoring power to Jurassic Park. Believing he has one cornered, another suddenly appears beside him. Praising it as a “clever girl”, Muldoon is overpowered before he can react, falling victim to the Raptor’s sneak attack from the side instead of the front as he had anticipated.

“That is one big pile of sh-t.”

Without a doubt, any devoted fan of Jurassic Park can’t help but recite this iconic line time and again! In the movie, Dr. Sattler investigates the feces of an unwell Triceratops to diagnose its illness, which prompts Dr. Malcolm to deliver his frank assessment with the classic quip, “That sure is one massive heap of manure!” This hilarious one-liner has not only spawned countless memes and GIFs but has also been etched into our collective memory for all time, guaranteeing its continued popularity across generations.

“Life found a way.”

In the iconic movie “Jurassic Park”, one of its memorable lines by Dr. Malcolm, who initially doubted the female dinosaurs could reproduce, is proven true when Dr. Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and the characters Lex and Tim find dinosaur eggs on their way to the Visitor’s Center. This discovery suggests that the dinosaurs are reproducing. It’s hypothesized that the dinosaurs’ cloned DNA, enhanced with frog DNA to fill in genetic gaps, allowed some of the park’s dinosaurs to change sex, a phenomenon known to occur among certain West African frogs in single-sex environments. Dr. Grant acknowledges this, saying “Life found a way,” echoing Dr. Malcolm’s once improbable theory and underscoring how enduringly relevant “Jurassic Park” remains as a classic dinosaur tale.

Dominion is set to hit theaters on July 2nd.

In a more conversational tone: You can catch Jurassic Park on both Hulu and AMC+ at your convenience, while Jurassic World: Dominion will be gracing the big screens starting July 2nd.

2025-05-12 05:57