As a seasoned Arrested Development fan with countless hours spent binge-watching this iconic show, I can’t help but be utterly charmed by the witty banter and clever quips that ooze from each episode. And oh boy, does Gob Bluth, the eccentric magician brother of our beloved protagonist Michael Bluth, deliver some truly unforgettable lines!
Arrested Development, known for being an outstanding sitcom, boasted a talented comedic cast in every role. Among them, Will Arnett shone brightly as the unforgettable character Gob Bluth (also known as George Oscar Bluth II). Let’s relive some of his most amusing and enchanting lines from the show.
Illusions, Dad! You don’t have time for my illusions!
In the first episode itself, “Arrested Development” presented us with multiple instances of Gob’s running gag – his insistence on calling his magic acts “illusions” instead of “tricks.” This quirky remark took on an added layer of sadness when we saw how overlooked and disregarded Gob felt by his father George. (Jeffrey Tambor)
I’ve made a huge mistake.
As a dedicated fan and avid gamer of “Arrested Development,” I can’t help but laugh at how frequently the Bluth family poked fun at their blunders, with Gob being the biggest offender – boy, there sure were a lot of missteps!
Oh, sure, first you dump all over it, now you want to know how it’s done.
In “Storming the Castle,” the first season episode, Marta, Gob’s girlfriend, reprimanded him for frightening their kids with a trick where it seemed he injured himself with a needle. She exclaimed, “You’re scaring the children! Why would you do that?” causing Gob to give an overly straightforward explanation.
Dad always said that was your fault.
In simpler terms, during some comedic moments in Gob’s dialogues, it became clear how oblivious he often was to obvious truths. An illustrative instance of this can be found in Season 2 when his reaction was “Really? Our dad set us against one another?” upon Michael (Jason Bateman) explaining that their constant feuding was due to their father’s manipulative behavior.
The zero hour, Michael. It’s the end of the line. I’m the firstborn. Sick of playing second fiddle. Always third in line for everything. Tired of finishing fourth. Being the fifth wheel. There are six things I’m mad about, and I’m taking over.
In the Season 1 finale, Gob boldly challenged his brother’s authority and demanded control over The Bluth Company as the eldest son. Michael outlined all the responsibilities that came with the position, but Gob remained unfazed and jokingly asked about the company’s vacation benefits.
No! I was ashamed to be SEEN with you. I like being with you.
Gob struggled with feelings of embarrassment when it came to being seen in public with Lucille (Liza Minnelli). He wasn’t sure if he was ashamed of her or of being associated with her. In Season 2’s “Burning Love,” when they unexpectedly ran into Michael at a restaurant, Gob lied to his brother and claimed he was helping Lucille eat against his will. Yikes!
I heard the jury’s still out on science.
Based on my experience working with families and interpersonal dynamics, I believe that Gob’s refusal to acknowledge Steve as his son despite clear evidence to the contrary stems from a deep-seated denial or fear. Perhaps he was not ready or able to accept the responsibilities of fatherhood at the time of Steve’s birth, leading him to abandon the family and create this alternate narrative for himself.
My gut is telling me no… but my gut is also very hungry.
Michael proposed to pay Gob $500 for a favor he requested, yet Gob took his time before accepting this offer.
There’s not a lot of logic to it. It’s kind of like on a boat with ‘Women and children first.’ I mean, why should they…
In Gob’s view, pondering over the ancient riddle of why paper defeats rock in the game of Rock, Paper, Scissors holds approximately the same level of significance as giving preference to women and children during a shipwreck.
Michael, I’m your big brother. I’ll never be impressed with you.
A relatable statement for siblings everywhere.
I’m not fit to run a company, and I don’t deserve a fancy phone.
In the second season episode “Sad Sack,” Tobias (David Cross) expressed a noticeable air of self-pity as he requested to use his brother-in-law’s cell phone.
Let me ask you something. Is this a business decision, or is it personal? ‘Cause if it’s business, I’ll go away happily. But if it’s personal, I’ll go away, but I won’t be happy.
In the first season of “Arrested Development,” specifically the episode titled “Bringing Up Buster,” Gob Bluth tries to hold on to the last bit of order in his chaotic life.
For the same reason that you should believe that a $100 bill is no more than 100 pennies!
I’ve tried the “raining pennies” trick a few times as a gamer, with results that ranged from disappointing to impressive. However, when I employed it during Season 2 to demonstrate my leadership potential to the board, it was a massive hit – and for me, a profitable one, earning me $99 in the process.
You taste these tears. Taste my sad, Michael.
In the discussion about which of them had endured a more unfortunate upbringing at their father’s hands, Gob believed that his tears gave him an edge over Michael. He urged his younger brother to experience the bitter sadness he felt. Later, when Gob wept tears of joy, the sentence transformed into: “Savor the joy, Michael. Savor it.”
Yeah, me and Blank are getting the old Christian magic act back together. I mean, you don’t expect people to actually believe that I’m Jesus if I’m walking around in rags.
As a gamer, I’m blown away by how perfectly two of Arrested Development’s hilarious inside jokes come together in this scene. Forgetting the names of women he’s dating has always been a struggle for Gob, and it seems no one else even notices or remembers Ann (Mae Whitman) by that name. So when he calls her “Blank,” after earlier referring to her as “Mouth,” it’s an absolutely brilliant moment. And let’s not forget about his wedding being compared to a magic act and his baffling lack of understanding towards Jesus – classic Gob, indeed!
You know what I could go for is some guac. This heat just makes me want guac.
Honestly, this Gob Bluth quote lives in my head all summer, every summer.
If you didn’t have adult onset diabetes, I wouldn’t mind giving you a little sugar.
I was thoroughly entertained by the antics of Gob in Season 3’s “S.O.B.s.” Fancy that, I found myself in the amusing position of rooting for him as he attempted to pull off a prank on his mother, Lucille Bluth. He decided to pose as her waiter at the restaurant where she was dining. To my surprise, and possibly his own, his ruse went unnoticed by his mom, but the other employees were fooled. Intrigued by this unexpected turn of events, Gob continued to show up for work at the restaurant. It wasn’t long before he discovered the power of a little flirtation when it came to earning generous tips. What an enlightening experience!
It’s OK, son. We’ll figure it out. When we do, we’ll have the last laugh. We’ll be the laughingstock of the boardwalk.
In “Making a Stand” from Season 3, Gob and Steve Holt initiated a friendly competition with Michael and George-Michael (played by Michael Cera) by establishing their own banana stand close to Michael’s. Unfortunately for them, they weren’t proficient in making frozen bananas yet, but I’m confident they’ll eventually master the skill.
It’s a jet-pack, Michael. What could possibly go wrong?
Caution: The plan to rescue Gob and Michael from their father’s prison took an unexpected turn.
Ta da!
I’ve always believed that context is what truly makes a quote great. It adds depth and meaning to the words spoken or written. For instance, consider Gob’s declaration that he would be imprisoned in his father’s jail, only to miraculously escape within 24 hours. At first glance, it may seem like an empty boast or yet another illusion from this unpredictable character. But when we delve deeper into the situation, we discover the true brilliance of Gob’s plan.
Is that enough of a reference for you?
During an employment meeting at Gob’s competing business, Sitwell Enterprises, the interviewer commented that Gob lacked any professional recommendations. In response, Gob surprised everyone by pulling a dove out of a blazing ball and stated the given sentence.
Come on!
Gob, a character from “Arrested Development,” was known for frequently using this catchphrase to express his irritation or acknowledge the situational irony. Other cast members utilized it occasionally, but Will Arnett’s portrayal of it stood out most memorably.
He takes his queen and showers her with diamonds! Clubs. Club sauce! He covers her with club sauce.
At Michael’s wedding rehearsal, while preparing for a card magic act, Gob drew a club card rather than the anticipated diamond. Caught off-guard, he had to think on his feet and come up with an alternative presentation for the queen of that suit. However, I must admit, the term “club sauce” is unfamiliar to me.
Well, I will tell you this, Michael. I don’t have a son … But if I ever do, I’m either gonna take him to the cabin in the woods or I’m gonna promise to take him and then not take him. But the one thing that I will never do is not tell him that I’m taking him to a cabin in the woods, and then not take him.
In Gob’s thoughts, it weighed heavier on him that his father hadn’t made a mere promise to bring him to the family cabin in the woods, let alone keep it, than it did that George had failed to uphold his commitment to Michael. Gob longed for a distinct form of disappointment for his future son.
Great news! Dad wasn’t crushed to death!
Exciting news, isn’t it? In the Season 2 finale “The Righteous Brothers,” Gob discovers that his father managed to escape from under the model home before it partially caved in. Unfortunately, this information was not shared with anyone else, leaving them unaware of the imminent danger George had been in.
It’s called taking advantage. It’s what gets you ahead in life.
Ladies and gentlemen, life lessons from Gob Bluth. Great words to live by.
Well I hope you also carry a spare bowl of candy beans!
Ed Begley Jr.’s character, Stan Sitwell, had a habit of carrying spare eyebrows with him because of his alopecia that made them fall off frequently. But when one eyebrow dropped into a bowl of jelly beans, Mace Windu (Gob’s name in this context), showed greater worry for the sweets instead.
Take a look at banner, Michael!
this quote from the series is particularly amusing, and it’s challenging to identify the specific reasons for its enduring appeal. Is it Gob’s uncontainable enthusiasm? The fact that he was so pleased with himself he couldn’t even utter “the” in referring to the sign? Or perhaps it was the lack of effort or thought put into creating the sign, which bore the simple message “Family Love Michael”? Yes, all of these factors contribute to its charm. It’s a memorable line.
I’m in charge now. I speak for this family. I mean, I could if you wanted me to. I’d rather not, obviously. Don’t know what I’d say. Why do I have to be the one? I don’t need this. Why does this have to become my problem? No, I’m out. Forget it. Find somebody else. I’m sick of it. I’m sick of doing everything for this family.
What just happened here?
Yeah, well, if you give someone permission to use a tissue, you can’t be upset if they blow their nose. Right?
As a gamer, I’d put it this way: “Michael, I get that you’re upset about the yacht explosion, but aren’t you the one who gave me the keys and gave me the green light to use it? So, in a sense, aren’t we both responsible for what happened? Just thinking out loud here.”
I mean, it’s not about money in the sense that I’m coming here saying, ‘Here, Michael, take some money.’ It’s just more of a ‘May I have some?’ kind of visit.
From my experience as a gamer, asking for money can be an uncomfortable situation, especially when it’s your brother who seems to have control over the financial situation. In the first season episode “Whistler’s Mother,” Gob taught us some valuable strategies on how to navigate this tricky situation when Michael questioned me about the missing funds.
He doesn’t want to break my legs. He wants to take my legs.
Michael expressed genuine worry when a man menaced Gob, ordering him to prepare for the loss of his legs. However, Michael’s apprehension was misplaced since the threatening individual wasn’t a mobster or debt collector. Instead, it was another magician who sought to claim the woman used in Gob’s “Saw the Lady in Half” illusion for himself. It’s easy to see why Michael became perplexed.
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2024-07-19 14:37