Ahoy there! Let’s set sail on the high seas of cinema as we take you through some of the best Pirates of the Caribbean quotes. There be no shortage of swashbuckling adventures, wily pirates, cursed treasures, and witty one-liners in this beloved film franchise.
From the moment Captain Jack Sparrow staggers onto the silver screen with his unmistakable swagger and quirky charm, audiences know they are in for a wild ride. Johnny Depp’s iconic portrayal of the charismatic yet eccentric pirate captain catapulted this franchise to legendary status. It also gave us some fascinating lines to cherish. His most iconic line became synonymous with his character: “Why is the rum always gone?” Aye, Jack, we’ve all wondered that at some point!
It’s not just Captain Jack who graces us with memorable quotes. The delightful Elizabeth Swann, played by Keira Knightley, brings her fair share of wit and determination to the mix. Who can forget her spirited retort to Jack, “You like pain? Try wearing a corset!”
Of course, what’s a pirate tale without a fearsome antagonist? Enter Captain Hector Barbossa, portrayed by the brilliant Geoffrey Rush. His lines “First, your return to shore was not part of our negotiations, nor our agreement, so I must do nothing. And secondly, you must be a pirate for the Pirate’s Code to apply, and you’re not.” can send chills down any landlubber’s spine.
And we’d be remiss not to mention the legendary line that echoes throughout the franchise: “Dead men tell no tales.”
These 71 Pirates of the Caribbean quotes will transport you to a world filled with magic, mystery, and endless possibilities. So batten down the hatches and join us as we explore the unforgettable lines.
#1
“Did everyone see that? Because I will not be doing it again.” — Jack Sparrow
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#2
“I’m dishonest, and a dishonest man you can always trust to be dishonest. Honestly, it’s the honest ones you want to watch out for, because you can never predict when they’re going to do something incredibly stupid.” — Jack Sparrow
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#3
James Norrington: “You are without a doubt the worst pirate I’ve ever heard of.”
Jack Sparrow: “But you have heard of me.”
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#4
“I’ve got a jar of dirt!” — Jack Sparrow
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#5
“Stop blowing holes in my ship.” – Captain Jack Sparrow
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#6
Will Turner: “This is either madness or brilliance.”
Jack Sparrow: “It’s remarkable how often those two traits coincide.”
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#7
“The code is more what you’d call ‘guidelines’ than actual rules.” — Hector Barbossa
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#8
“The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem. Do you understand?” — Jack Sparrow
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#9
“Not all treasure’s silver and gold, mate.” — Jack Sparrow
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#10
“If you were waiting for the opportune moment, that was it.” — Jack Sparrow
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#11
“I love those moments. I like to wave at them as they pass by.” — Jack Sparrow
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#12
“No survivors? Then where do the stories come from, I wonder.” – Jack Sparrow
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#13
“Nobody move! I dropped me brain!” — Jack Sparrow
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#14
“Gentlemen! You shall always remember this as the day that you almost caught, Captain Jack Sparrow!” – Jack Sparrow
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#15
“Mistook it for a brothel. Honest mistake.” – Jack Sparrow
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#16
“Better mad with the rest of the world than sane alone.” – Elizabeth Swann
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#17
Carina Smyth: “I’m not looking for trouble!”
Jack Sparrow: “What a horrible way to live!”
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#18
“James Norrington: “You actually were telling the truth.”
Jack Sparrow: “I do that quite a lot. Yet people are always surprised.”
Will Turner: With good reason.”
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#19
“Savvy? — Jack Sparrow
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#20
Will Turner: “You cheated!”
Jack Sparrow: “Pirate!”
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#21
“Crazy people don’t know they’re crazy. I know I’m crazy, therefore I’m not crazy, isn’t that crazy?” — Jack Sparrow
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#22
“How dare you do exactly what I would do if I were you.” – Jack Sparrow
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#23
“You better start believing in ghost stories, Miss Turner, you’re in one!” — Hector Barbossa
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#24
“If you want pain, try wearing a corset.” — Elizabeth Swann
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#25
“Bring me that horizon.” — Jack Sparrow
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#26
“When you marooned me on that godforsaken spit of land, you forgot one very important thing, mate. I’m Captain Jack Sparrow.” – Jack Sparrow
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#27
“William, before we go any further, tell me one thing; how far are you willing to go for this girl?” – Captain Jack Sparrow.
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#28
“It is not the destination so much as the journey, they say.” – Captain Jack Sparrow.
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#29
“I’m disinclined to acquiesce to your request means NO.” — Hector Barbossa
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#30
“You need to find yourself a girl, mate.” —Jack Sparrow
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#31
“You lied to me by telling me the truth?” – Jack Sparrow
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#32
“Why fight when you can negotiate?” – Jack Sparrow
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#33
“A wedding? I love weddings. Drinks all around!” – Jack Sparrow
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#34
Elizabeth Swann: “We’ve come to rescue you.”
Jack Sparrow: “Have you now? That’s very kind of you. But it would seem that as I possess a ship, and you don’t, you’re the ones in need of rescuing, and I’m not sure, as I’m in the mood.”
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#35
“And that was without even a single drop of rum.” — Jack Sparrow
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#36
“The only rules that matter are these: what a man can do and what a man can’t do. For instance, you can accept that your father was a pirate and a good man, or you can’t. But pirate is in your blood, boy, so you’ll have to square with that someday. And me, for example, I can let you drown, but I can’t bring this ship into Tortuga all by me onesies, savvy? So, can you sail under the command of a pirate, or can you not?” — Jack Sparrow
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#37
Close your eyes and pretend it’s all a bad dream; that’s how I get by.” – Captain Jack Sparrow
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#38
“No cause is lost, if there is but one fool left to fight for it.” – Will Turner
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#39
“Now, a bit of discretion when courting a brunette. Never pursue her sister. But if you can not avoid the charm of her sister, kill the brother.” – Jack Sparrow
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#40
“I’m afraid you have the misfortune of facing Captain Jack Sparrow!” – Jack Sparrow
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#41
“Why is the rum always gone?” – Jack Sparrow
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#42
If you choose to lock your heart away, you’ll lose her for certain.” — Jack Sparrow
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#43
“Dying is the day worth living for.” – Hector Barbossa
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#44
“Put it away, son. It’s not worth you getting beat again.” – Captain Jack Sparrow
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#45
“Sometimes things come back, mate. We’re living proof, you and me.” – Captain Jack Sparrow.
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#46
“Captain, I wish to report a mutiny. I can name fingers and point names.” – Jack Sparrow
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#47
“Does this face look like it’s been to the fountain of youth?” – Captain Teague
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#48
“Well! I think this has been a very good experience for all of us, eh? Spiritually? Ecumenically? Grammatically?” – Jack Sparrow
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#49
“By the sweat of our brow and the strength of our backs and the courage in our hearts! Gentlemen, hoist the colors!” – Elizabeth Swann
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#50
“One word, love: curiosity. You long for freedom. You long to do what you want to do because you want it. To act on selfish impulse. You want to see what it’s like. One day you won’t be able to resist.” – Captain Jack Sparrow
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#51
“She’s safe, just like I promised… Except for, of course, Elizabeth, who is in fact, a woman.” – Captain Jack Sparrow
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#52
“If you make your choices alone… how can I trust you?” – Will Turner
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#53
“You are a disappointment. A big disappointment.” – Jack Sparrow
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#54
“I’m Captain Jack Sparrow. The original. The only!” – Jack Sparrow
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#55
“Because you and I are alike, and there will come a moment when you have a chance to show it. To do the right thing.” — Elizabeth Swann
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#56
“Elizabeth, I should have told you every day from the moment I met you. I love you.” — Will Turner
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#57
“You know, the problem with being the last of anything, by and by there will be none left at all.” – Captain Barbossa
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#58
“Fortune has clearly brought us here.” – Captain Barbossa
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#59
“What’s in your head, boy?” — Hector Barbossa
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#60
“Commodore, I really must protest!” — Elizabeth Swann
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#61
“I told myself, ‘Think like Jack.'” – Will Turner
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#62
“Close your eyes and pretend it’s all a bad dream; that’s how I get by.” – Captain Jack Sparrow
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#63
“By the way, no. I’ve never actually met Pizarro, but I love his pies.” – Captain Jack Sparrow.
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#64
“You lovebirds run along and have a good time. You’re only young once, remember that.” – Captain Barbossa.
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#65
Elizabeth Swann: “We’ve come to rescue you.”
Captain Jack Sparrow: “Have you now? That’s very kind of you. But it would seem that as I possess a ship, and you don’t, you’re the ones in need of rescuing, and I’m not sure, as I’m in the mood.”
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#66
“Close your eyes and pretend it’s all a bad dream; that’s how I get by.” – Captain Jack Sparrow
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#67
“No cause is lost if but one fool is left to fight for it.” – Will Turner
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