Inside: Best Indiana Jones quotes that honestly belong behind glass
Grab your fedora, dust off that bullwhip, and watch out for rolling boulders—it’s time to dive into the most legendary Indiana Jones quotes of all time! Whether he’s cracking wise, dodging danger, or delivering wisdom that’s as sharp as his wit, Dr. Henry Jones Jr. has given us some of the most memorable one-liners in cinema history.
From Raiders of the Lost Ark to Dial of Destiny, Indy has been outsmarting villains, escaping death traps, and making archaeology look way cooler than it actually is. So, in honor of the world’s most adventurous professor, here are 81 Indiana Jones quotes that deserve a place in history!
Classic Indiana Jones Quotes
These lines define who Indy is—bold, sarcastic, and always up for an adventure.
1. “It’s not the years, honey. It’s the mileage.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
2. “Snakes. Why did it have to be snakes?” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
3. “Fortune and glory, kid. Fortune and glory.” – Temple of Doom
4. “I’m making this up as I go.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
5. “You call this archaeology?” – Last Crusade
6. “That belongs in a museum!” – Last Crusade
7. “Trust me.” – Temple of Doom
8. “I like to keep things simple.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
9. “I suddenly remembered my Charlemagne.” – Last Crusade
10. “It’s a leap of faith. You must believe, boy.” – Last Crusade
Indy’s Funniest One-Liners
Indy’s sarcasm and dry humor are just as legendary as his whip skills.
11. “We do not follow maps to buried treasure, and X never, ever marks the spot.” – Last Crusade
12. “Don’t call me Junior!” – Last Crusade
13. “I hate Nazis.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
14. “Our situation has not improved.” – Temple of Doom
15. “You’re gonna get killed chasing after your damn fortune and glory!” – Temple of Doom
16. “I’m like a bad penny, I always turn up.” – Last Crusade
17. “He chose… poorly.” – Last Crusade
18. “I don’t know. It’s a new experience for me.” – Last Crusade
19. “You lost today, kid. But that doesn’t mean you have to like it.” – Last Crusade
20. “I can only say I’m sorry so many times.” – Last Crusade
Epic Action Hero Moments
Some of Indy’s most badass lines come in the heat of the moment.
21. “You want to be a good archaeologist? You gotta get out of the library!” – Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
22. “Prepare to meet Kali… in Hell!” – Temple of Doom
23. “I’m gonna blow up the Ark, René!” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
24. “Throw me the idol, I’ll throw you the whip!” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
25. “I like Ike.” – Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
26. “It’s not what you believe. It’s how hard you believe it.” – Dial of Destiny
27. “You’re not from around here, are you?” – Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
28. “There’s a thousand years of history right here.” – Last Crusade
29. “I’m gonna break your nose.” – Temple of Doom
30. “I always knew someday you’d come walking back through my door.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
Wisdom and Life Lessons from Indy
Indy isn’t just about action—he’s got some pretty solid advice, too.
31. “Archaeology is the search for fact, not truth.” – Last Crusade
32. “A true scholar follows the evidence, wherever it leads.” – Last Crusade
33. “A teacher? Part-time.” – Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
34. “I don’t believe in magic, but I’ve seen things.” – Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
35. “Some of the best things are found by accident.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
36. “It’s not the years, it’s the mileage.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
37. “I miss waking up every morning and wondering what wonderful adventure the new day will bring to us.” – Dial of Destiny
38. “Nothing shocks me. I’m a scientist.” – Temple of Doom
39. “The pen is mightier than the sword.” – Last Crusade
40. “You should have stayed in school.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
Classic Villain Comebacks
Because no hero is complete without a few choice words for the bad guys.
41. “Nice try, Lao Che!” – Temple of Doom
42. “Nazis. I hate these guys.” – Last Crusade
43. “You’re about to become a permanent addition to this archaeological find!” – Temple of Doom
44. “They’re digging in the wrong place!” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
45. “You want to talk to God? Let’s go see him together—I’ve got nothing better to do!” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
46. “Get out of here, all of you! This is a temple, not a market!” – Temple of Doom
47. “I don’t think we’ve been properly introduced.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
48. “It’s not the Ark I’m afraid of, it’s you.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
49. “I told you not to trust anyone.” – Last Crusade
50. “And in this sort of race, there’s no silver medal for finishing second.” – Last Crusade
Iconic Indiana Jones Quotes That Belong in a Museum
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51. “You don’t have to believe. You just have to get out of the way.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
52. “I usually don’t do this, but today I make an exception.” – Temple of Doom
53. “The hell you will.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
54. “This is serious!” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
55. “We walk from here.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
56. “I told you it would be all right!” – Temple of Doom
57. “Water? No thank you, fish make love in it.” – Temple of Doom
58. “No ticket!” – Last Crusade
59. “Fly? Yes. Land? No!” – Last Crusade
60. “Everybody’s lost but me!” – Last Crusade
61. “I don’t know, I’m making this up as I go!” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
62. “I hate being right all the time.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
63. “This is intolerable!” – Temple of Doom
64. “Nothing surprises me. I’m a scientist.” – Temple of Doom
65. “What are you doing?!” – “I’m cleaning off the seat!” – Temple of Doom
66. “Stay out of the light.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
67. “You betrayed Shiva!” – Temple of Doom
68. “Your persistence surprises even me.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
69. “You’re about to become a permanent resident!” – Temple of Doom
70. “The penitent man shall pass.” – Last Crusade
71. “I think it’s time to ask yourself what you believe in.” – Last Crusade
72. “Some things aren’t meant to be found.” – Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
73. “Knowledge was their treasure.” – Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
74. “You never asked me to stay.” – Dial of Destiny
75. “Dreams come true, sweetheart.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
76. “That was closer than I like.” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
77. “This is not my idea of a relaxing evening!” – Temple of Doom
78. “Where did you learn to count?” – Raiders of the Lost Ark
79″We’re all very comfortable up here. Why don’t you come join us?” – Last Crusade
80. “Well, that’s a new experience.” – Temple of Doom
81. “It’s not the mileage, it’s the driver.” – Dial of Destiny
And there you have it—81 of the greatest Indiana Jones quotes that absolutely belong in a museum! Whether he’s fighting Nazis, dodging traps, or schooling his students on archaeology, Indy’s words are just as legendary as his adventures.
So, the next time you find yourself in a high-stakes situation (or just debating which takeout to order), channel your inner Indiana Jones and remember:
“It’s not the years, honey. It’s the mileage.”