40 Best Disney Quotes To Live By (2024 Updated)

As a Disney fan, I've been captivated by the magical and inspiring quotes that have graced the screens of beloved Disney movies.

In this compilation, I'll share and highlight some of the best Disney quotes that have touched hearts and ignited imagination.

Get ready to relive the enchantment and wisdom of these timeless words. Let's dive into the world of Disney quotes together!

Top 40 Disney Movie Quotes That Will Inspire You

Love & Relationships

1. People do crazy things when they’re in love. – Megara & Hercules.

Hercules speaks this line when Megara is about to ask him why he saved her.

Like Hercules, we're willing to do anything for the person we love, even when it means jumping into a river of tormented souls. 

2. “Some people are worth melting for.”  – Olaf, Frozen.

Olaf may appear as a silly character who provides comedy relief in the movie, but he's one of the best Disney characters, and he gives many one-liners that would often come from old and wise people.

It is one of the most inspirational Walt Disney quotes that says sometimes it's worth putting yourself aside for someone else's needs. Have you found someone "worth melting for?"

3. “Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind.” – Lilo & Stitch.

From a destructive monster to a loving and protective family member, this is how Stitch learned what family means and transformed when he felt that he was treated like family by Lilo and Nani.

Despite intergalactic perils, Lilo did her best to save Stitch and bring him back "home."  

4. "I'd rather die tomorrow than live a hundred years without knowing you." – John Smith, Pocahontas.

This line may sound cheesy, but you can't deny that John Smith loved Pocahontas. Even at the brink of death, all you'll ever think about are the people you truly love and care about and spend daily with them.

Living a short life full of love is better than living a life without anyone by your side.

5. "There's nobody like him, anywhere at all." – Snow White.

I'm sure we've all been there. You don't see anyone but that person when you're in love. You feel like they are the best in the world in every shape and form. Just like this Walt Disney princess, everyone can fall into this sweet trap.

6. “My dream wouldn’t be complete without you in it.”- Tiana, The Princess and the Frog

This quote highlights that while personal goals and ambitions are important, they are made more meaningful when shared with the people we care about.

7. "Love is putting someone else's needs before yours." — Olaf, Frozen

Olaf wants us to learn the selflessness and sacrificial nature of love. It suggests that true love involves prioritizing the well-being and happiness of others above our own.

8. "I'd rather die tomorrow than live a hundred years without knowing you." — John Smith, Pocahontas.

This quote from the Walt Disney movie Pocahontas expresses the depth of love that the character John Smith feels for Pocahontas.

It emphasizes that love and connection with another person can bring meaning and purpose to life and that it is worth taking risks and facing challenges for the sake of true love.

9. "Because when I look at you, I can feel it. And I look at you, and I'm home." — Dory, Finding Nemo.

Dory's statement implies that she has found that sense of home with the other characters in Finding Nemo. Finding Nemo highlights the importance of human connection and relationships and what family means.

Happiness

10. “In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun.” – Mary Poppins.

Mary Poppins is right—we should always find the good in everything we do. As Mary Poppins said, even when we face challenges, we must find the "fun" in them.

You can also do it the other way around and do the things that make you happy. 

11. “Happiness is the richest thing we will ever own.” – Donald Duck, DuckTales the Movie.

Grumpiness and a short temper define Donald Duck [1]. However, in DuckTales the Movie, he says something every adult should know: The riches of the world can never match true happiness.

If you're happy in life, you're wealthier than the richest men in the world.

12. “I ask for nothing, I can get by. But I know so many less lucky than I.” – Esmeralda, Hunchback of Notre Dame.

Contentment can also be a form of endless bliss. Just like Esmeralda, she feels saddened that some don't have the things she has, but at the same time, she's thankful and happy that she gets by every day.

As long as you have a roof over your head, food on your plate, and clothing to cover your body, it's enough to be happy.

13. “Think happy thoughts!” – Peter Pan.

One of the things Peter Pan teaches Wendy, John, and Michael is to think of happy thoughts to fly. If you think about it, being happy is like flying!

When faced with adversity, remember to think of happy thoughts, and everything will be alright.

14. “Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, and dreams are forever.” – Walt Disney.

This is one of the popular Walt Disney quotes that inspire people worldwide- to dream and to be better.

Laughter will never go out of fashion, imagination is free for everyone, no matter how old or young, and your dreams will always be with you. 

Success & Dreams

15. “This is the day you will always remember as the day you almost caught Captain Jack Sparrow.” – Jack Sparrow, Pirates of the Caribbean.

It may not seem too "inspiring," but consider it something you'll say after you've faced a traumatizing or difficult problem in life.

Telling people they will always remember the day they tried to pull you down but could rise victoriously is definitely a bold move!

16. "If watching is all you're gonna do, then you're gonna watch your life go by without ya." – Laverne, The Hunchback of Notre Dame.

This is one of the most inspirational Walt Disney quotes from an underrated movie. This should be a wake-up call for people who stay stagnant or don't do anything to reach their goals.

Do something about your situation, and don't be afraid to open new doors if you wish to achieve success.

17. “The past can hurt, but the way I see it you can either run from it or learn from it.” – Rafiki, The Lion King.

We can never expect less from the wise shaman in The Lion King. In Lion King, Rafiki tries to heal Simba by teaching him to take the painful events and use them to his advantage.

Every problem teaches us a different lesson. Instead of running away, we should face them and learn from them.

18. “If you do your best each and every day, good things are sure to come your way.” – Princess Tiana, The Princess and the Frog.

There's no one better to teach us about success and dreams than the hardworking Princess Tiana from The Princess and the Frog.

Her best friend can already give her a loan to open the restaurant of her dreams, but she still works hard for it.

Even though some events in the movie seem to not be a part of her plan (like the true love's kiss, courtesy of the frog), in the end, she can reach her goal.

19. “Imagination is the only weapon in the war with reality.” – Cheshire Cat, Alice in Wonderland.

This is one of the Disney quotes that is quite amusing. Just like in Alice in Wonderland, reality hits us hard sometimes, and imagining things will take us somewhere far from it.

However, like Alice in Wonderland, this doesn't teach you to avoid reality and keep dreaming. You should quit talking about your dream and start moving forward towards making that dream a reality.

20. "No matter how your heart is grieving, if you keep on believing, the dream that you wish for will come true." -Cinderella

This quote from Cinderella reminds us that despite sadness and hardship, we must hold onto hope and keep believing in our dreams.

It is a powerful message of optimism and resilience, reminding us that anything is possible if we keep dreaming and pursuing our goals.

21. "The very things that hold you down are going to lift you." — Timothy Mouse, Dumbo.

The quote from Dumbo speaks to the idea of resilience and overcoming obstacles. Like Disney movies, our challenges can give us the strength and determination to rise above them.

Adventure & Bravery

22. “Our fate lives within us. You only have to be brave enough to see it.” – Merida, Brave.

One of Walt Disney's heroines teaches us to face what's in store for us. We're all meant to do something important in the world, but we need to be brave to see what it is and face the challenges that come with it. 

23. "Don't just fly, soar." - Dumbo.

Dumbo was an orphaned and frightened young elephant. This took a toll on his self-esteem.

However, as the movie progresses, he learns to fly - something that an elephant can't possibly do.

This should be a lesson that we should always give 101% to become a true hero of ourselves and others in everything we do.

24. "You're braver than you believe and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." -- Winnie the Pooh, Pooh's Most Grand Adventure.

The closest friend of Christopher Robin, Winnie the Pooh, is a sweet bear who always has something nice to say [2].

This quote from Pooh Bear can surely lift anyone's spirits. Remember that you are more than what you think you are.

25. "I'm only brave when I have to be. Being brave doesn't mean you go looking for trouble." -- Mufasa, The Lion King.

These are inspiring words coming from the Lion King himself! When you look for trouble, you're not showing bravery but stupidity.

Like the Lion King, be brave only when confronting your fears, facing challenges, or protecting your loved ones.

26. "Thou sword of truth fly swift and sure. That evil die and good endure!" – Flora, Sleeping Beauty.

Here's a quote from one of Aurora's fairy godmothers if you're being held back by the fear that something bad may happen.

Remember that if your intentions are true and you're honest with yourself, there is no problem to solve but something to enjoy.

27. "A true hero isn't measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart." — Hercules, Hercules.

It suggests that a person's actions and willingness to stand up for what is right are what truly make them heroic, not their physical abilities.

This quote encourages us to look beyond superficial appearances and see the goodness and bravery within ourselves and others.

Friendship

28. "Remember you're the one who can fill the world with sunshine." – Snow White and the Seven Dwarves.

We understand that "filling the world with sunshine" seems a long stretch, but you can always fill "someone's world" with happiness and sunshine.

If you can do this, you can build the best friendship you could ever have. Always be there for them and make them feel like they're not alone. Remember, a simple smile can make all the difference.

29. “If everybody got somebody by the hand, maybe everyone could learn and understand.” – Sebastian, The Little Mermaid.

This is one of the Walt Disney movie's Little Mermaid quotes about being kind to everyone you meet. Like Sebastian said in Little Mermaid, your only limit is yourself. You can be kind even to those who are not kind to you and let them see and learn the beauty of living life hate-free.

30. “Every minute spent in your company becomes the new greatest minute of your life.” – Rhino, Bolt.

There's always that one true friend you won't get tired of being with. This reminds us to be thankful for spending time with a friend who will give you the best memories.

31. "When you’re the best of friends having so much fun together, you’re not even aware you’re such a funny pair." – The Fox and the Hound.

This is a line from a song from the heartwarming tearjerker, The Fox and the Hound.

When you're having fun with your friend, you won't even notice if you're already looking like a fool from other people's perspectives. Still, you don't care because what matters is you and your friend having a blast!

32. “Aw shucks, Pluto. I can’t be mad at ya!” – Mickey Mouse.

If you love Mickey Mouse, you'll also love one of Walt Disney's simplest yet most meaningful quotes.

Mickey Mouse reminds us that even though we get angry with our friends or family, we can't stay mad at them for long.

This is one of the most inspirational Disney quotes. It reminds us that the only thing we need to move forward is to never lose sight of the most important thing in life—love.

33. Good friends will help you until your unstuck." — Pooh, Winnie the Pooh

The Walt Disney quote highlights the importance of friendship in providing support and encouragement during difficult times.

Friends can help us find our way when we feel lost or stuck.

34. "You've got a friend in me." — Toy Story.

This Disney quote highlights the power and comfort of having someone we can rely on and trust.

It suggests that even in adversity, we can find strength and support in our relationships.

Business & Life

35. “Sometimes the right path is not the easiest one.” -- Grandmother Willow, Pocahontas.

The Walt Disney quote from Grandmother Willow is the most relatable, as the right decisions are the most difficult.

As Grand Willow said, you may feel bad at first, but you can watch your life improve after the sacrifices and hard decisions you have made.

36. "Even miracles take a little time." -- Fairy Godmother, Cinderella.

This is one of the Walt Disney quotes that remind us that there are no magical shortcuts to business success.

As the Fairy Godmother from Cinderella said, you need to work hard, be patient, and remember that your fate does not lie in other people's hands—it lives within you.

37. "If you focus on what you left behind, you will never see what lies ahead." – Gusteau, Ratatouille.

This is one of Walt Disney's movie quotes that is an important lesson for life. You shouldn't dwell on the past and focus on becoming great for the future. If you always think about your mistakes, you will remain stuck in those moments of failure.

38. "I don't want to survive. I want to live." – The Captain, Wall-E.

Living every day without experiencing life is pointless. If you work yourself until you're tired every day to survive, you'll end up retiring without experiencing the world's fun things.

Do not neglect the things you love. You should have a work-life balance and live a life worth living.

39. “I want much more than this provincial life.” – Belle, Beauty and the Beast

Don't get us, or Belle, wrong. There's nothing bad about having a provincial life. However, repetitiveness and simplicity can cage someone wanting to do more.

If you're like Belle, don't look for enchanted castles and get locked up. Instead, try to explore and find something that will bring excitement to your life.

40. "I wouldn't trade it for anything. No. Never. Your friendship is the best present ever." — Tigger, Winnie the Pooh.

Like other Walt Disney quotes, emphasizes the importance of valuing and cherishing our friendships. It suggests true friendship is priceless and cannot be replaced or bought.

In Summary

Here's some very good advice from the Blue Fairy: "You must learn to choose between right and wrong."

Disney Movies [3] are filled with lessons and memorable lines, especially those from Walt Disney film characters.

These lines from Walt Disney movies can impact our lives and help us make the right decisions. 

The world of Walt Disney [4] is brimming with remarkable and motivational quotes that have become ingrained in our hearts and minds.

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References:

1. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Donald-Duck

2. https://winniethepooh.disney.com/christopher-robin

3. https://movies.disney.com/

4. https://www.imdb.com/list/ls000422381/