Harry Potter: More Than Just a Franchise
It's undeniable that Harry Potter is one of the most influential and long-lasting franchises in the world. Fans of all ages revisit the movies and books time and time again, always seeking to rediscover the magic that has captivated them for years. The final installment, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, marked the conclusion of an era.
The beloved series features a colorful cast of witches, wizards, and creatures. Each book and film is filled with hilarious quotes, engaging dialogue exchanges, and unforgettable pop culture moments. In this article, we will explore some of the best Harry Potter quotes that have become iconic.
20. Potter-Snape Banter
Snape and Harry's relationship is fraught with tension from the beginning. Snape, the Potions professor, immediately singles out Harry for his Hogwarts orientation. In an interview with Pottermore's Antonio Gasulla, the writer of the Harry Potter books, the subject of Snape's disdain for Harry is extensively covered.
Rei: 'Do you think JK Rowling would have given Snape a better ending considering he's Harry's father, and Harry's father figure?'
Antonio (Ant): 'She always knew that Snape hated Harry because of his mother, Lily. And yes, Harry, being Lily's child, resembles her, which is yet another reason why Snape detests him.'
Rei: 'And he [Snape] never had any paternal feelings towards Harry?'
Antonio: 'No, because Snape's only love was for Lily. He never desired to have a child.'
In this scene from Prisoner of Azkaban, a frustrated Harry attempts the Levitation Charm on a feather but ends up causing havoc on Snape's desk. Harry quickly repairs the damage, but Snape catches him in the act, resulting in the loss of House Points.
Harry: 'I'm sorry, Professor; I was just...'
Snape: 'Sprinting to Gryffindor Tower after Angelina Johnson's important match?'
Harry: 'I was trying to... I'm still learning, you know.'
Snape: 'May I advise you to pay a little more attention to your studies, Potter, and a little less to your fame?'
The sarcastic banter between Harry and Snape highlights Harry's momentary embarrassment and the importance of focusing on his studies rather than his fame.
19. Dumbledore Goes Mad
One of the most memorable scenes in Chamber of Secrets is when Dumbledore – yes, Dumbledore himself – yells, 'Get me out of here!' to the Goblin members who are dressed in bowler hats. This line foreshadows the badass moments to come for Dumbledore, but in the books, his entrance is even more unexpected.
In the movies, the Order of the Phoenix members storm the Department of Mysteries to recover the orb from a terrified Bellatrix Lestrange. However, in the books, they capture the Goblins who stole the Sorcerer's Stone from Gringotts, presumably to seek their help in teaching Dumbledore how to use a time-turner. An annoyed Dumbledore, already frustrated at Umbridge for interfering with Hagrid's lessons on wizarding history, storms into the Triwizard participants' room in an ast Owl and forcefully opens the door, leading to their surrender.
18. Umbridge Insults Hagrid
Dolores Umbridge is one of the most despicable characters in the Harry Potter universe. She constantly spews cringe-worthy and borderline humorous lines that make it impossible not to hate her. In one instance, Umbridge barges into Hagrid's hut to interrogate him about the Horcrux in Harry's scar, attempting to undermine him as a teacher. To her surprise, Hagrid delivers a famous line that leaves her speechless.
Umbridge: 'I seem to recall that you have made unsuccessful applications for the Defense Against the Dark'
