The cult classic, “Animal House” from 1978, was an iconic college comedy that has been loved by generations. The film was a ground-breaking, first-of-its-kind, off-the-wall farce directed by John Landis from the successful team of National Lampoon magazine writers. Known for its wild humor and memorable lines, here are 20 of the most popular quotes:
Most Popular Quotes from “Animal House”
- “Toga! Toga!” – This quote become a popular catchphrase after the Delta Tau Chi fraternity threw a legendary toga party in the movie.
- “Fat, drunk and stupid is no way to go through life, son.” – Dean Wormer’s harsh criticism of one of the Deltas, Flounder.
- “Seven years of college down the drain.” – Bluto’s, portrayed by John Belushi, lament after the frat is closed.
- “Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? Hell no!” – A confused call to arms by the boisterous Bluto.
- “You can’t hold a whole fraternity responsible for the behavior of a few, sick twisted individuals.” – Eric ‘Otter’ Stratton’s argument for defending their fraternity.
- “I’m a zit. Get it?” – Bluto’s immature joke to some uptight adults during a meal.
- “My advice to you is to start drinking heavily.” – Boon’s advice to Flounder after he wrecked his brother’s car.
- “We have an old saying in Delta House: don’t get mad, get even.” – Otter’s philosophy of life at Delta House.
- “They took the bar! The whole f**king bar!” – Bluto’s outrage when they discover that their fraternity bar has been taken.
- “Let’s do it!” – The rallying cry of Bluto as they initiate their revenge plot.
- “Thank you, sir! May I have another?” – Kevin Bacon’s famous line during a hazing ritual.
- “What the hell we supposed to do, you moron?” – Wanda’s exasperated question to Otter.
- “Why Flounder? Why not!” – After Flounder questions why he is given that specific nickname.
- “We gotta take these bastards. Now, we could fight ’em with conventional weapons…” – Bluto’s inspirational speech.
- “He can’t do that to our pledges. Only we can do that to our pledges.” – Redefining the rules by D-Day.
- “Ever since I’ve been kissing you, I’ve been able to levitate.” – Donald ‘Boon’ Schoenstein to his love interest.
- “Guess what I am now? A zit.” – Bluto’s another joke during the food fight.
- “It’s a Pinto.” – Flounder’s introduction of his car.
- “What a tool.” – After dealing with an obnoxious member of Omega fraternity.
- “Vegetables can be really sensuous, don’t you think?” – Mandy Pepperidge’s attempt at being deep and provocative.
“Animal House” is credited with leading the way for campus-based films and bringing about the ‘gross-out’ comedy era. These quotes have lived on, symbolizing youth rebellion and the ultimate party spirit, making them a fundamental part of pop culture.