Need an inspiring movie quote to post on your mirror or for your next selfie caption on Instagram? Look no further! We have 20 of the most inspirational movie quotes to choose from, from all of your favorite movie genres. In addition to quotes from your favorite inspiring sports movies, we’ve also included movie quotes about life from biopics, Disney movies, movies old and new, and even a few science and technology-themed movies.
Protecting Your Dreams: The Pursuit of Happyness
This quote comes from a scene in which the main character, Christopher Gardner, imparts a bit of fatherly advice to his young son, Christopher, Jr.
The advice is the crux of the movie, as it’s the story of a man who works to provide for his son and protect his own dreams in the midst of many obstacles and struggles.
Find the Light: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
It can be difficult to try to see the lighter, more positive side of a dark situation, but it’s important to try to look for it anyway. Your happiness depends on it.
Beauty in Adversity: Mulan
Mulan struggles with fitting into her family’s and society’s expectations of her. And yet, it was through flouting those expectations and putting herself right smack in the middle of adversity that she discovers herself and finds her confidence. And it’s within that strong sense of self that her true beauty blooms.
The Purpose of Bad Times: Good Will Hunting
It’s true. Sometimes the bad times in which you struggle are the very moments that force you into something better or force you to at least see your life differently.
There Is Always Hope: The Theory of Everything
This is one of the best movie quotes about life. The existence of life itself is all about hope and possibility, and Stephen Hawking’s life is a testament to that. No matter how difficult things got for him, he still found ways to accomplish his goals and dreams.
Finding the Good in Life’s Surprises: Finding Dory
Life is also all about surprises. You can’t plan for everything. And trying to stay safe all the time doesn’t work either.
Dory was an adorable character in Finding Nemo and she was responsible for one of that movie’s best life lessons: Just keep swimming. And now, even in her own movie, she keeps teaching us: The best things happen by chance.
Born to Handle Life’s Challenges: Gladiator
You’ve got this. Most of the time, the challenges you face are those you were already built to handle.
Just Because It’s Hard Doesn’t Mean It’s Wrong: Pocahontas
Grandmother Willow says this to John Smith in the movie Pocahontas, but it’s applicable to you as well. Just because your dreams seem impossible doesn’t mean they are. And just because your path is difficult doesn’t mean you’re on the wrong one.
Don’t Give Up: Pay It Forward
Don’t give up. Yes, it’s probably easier to stay stuck where you are. But if you step out of your comfort zone, even when you’re scared, you’ll be a lot happier. And happier people are better at helping others.
Keep Moving Forward: Rocky Balboa
Keep moving forward. If you get knocked down, don’t stay down. Get back up and keep moving forward. Even little steps forward in the face of adversity are better than no steps at all.
Only Love Saves the World: Wonder Woman
The movie Wonder Woman is a great origin story for the iconic superhero. Plus, it shows that no matter what darkness Wonder Woman goes through, love for her fellow man is what ultimately pulls her through. Love saves her and inspires her to keep saving the world.
Make the Best of the Time You’re Given: The Lord of the Rings
Gandalf says this after Frodo complains and wishes he’d never encountered the ring. And it’s good advice: You can’t control what happens to you. All you can do is play the cards you’ve been dealt.
Hope Never Dies: The Shawshank Redemption
Hope is what keeps Andy alive throughout his stint in prison. Sheer hope. Hope and his friendship with his fellow inmate Red.
Being able to maintain hope is a survival skill.
The Purpose of Doubt: Life of Pi
Doubt is a part of faith. It’s not the enemy of faith. In Life of Pi, Pi Patel’s faith is tested over and over again. And he learns that being able to keep faith in the face of doubt only strengthens faith.
Amazing Things Can Come From Anyone: The Imitation Game
Don’t count yourself out. Even if you don’t feel amazing (or even accepted), you’re still capable of amazing things.
The Importance of Being United: Black Panther
Being united is much more powerful than being divided. This is especially the case in times of crisis. This quote from T’Challa is an important reminder of the value of overcoming our differences to work together towards a common goal.
It’s Supposed to Be Hard: A League of Their Own
Jimmy Dugan is the least inspiring character on this list, but it doesn’t make what he said any less true. The best goals and dreams to pursue are the hard ones, the difficult ones. And they’re the most satisfying once you do reach them.
Try For Honor: The Blind Side
Courage is a tool but honor is what you should strive for. Honor is a value. Courage can help you pursue honor.
The Definition of Bravery: Angus
If you’re a fan of Superman, this quote probably isn’t for you. But if you’re looking for everyday heroes, this is perfect. The brave aren’t the ones with superpowers. Brave people are the ones like Angus, who, despite knowing he’ll be bullied at school about his weight, still gets up and goes to school anyway.
Let Go of the Past: Forrest Gump
The movie Forrest Gump is full of little nuggets of advice like this one. The whole movie is about Forrest’s past and how he’s survived all of his obstacles. And he’s survived, partly, because he’s able to move on from his past better than most people to fully embrace his present.
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