As someone who grew up in the era of Mean Girls, I can wholeheartedly say that this iconic movie has left a lasting impact on my life and the lives of countless others. From Regina George’s sarcastic quips to Cady Heron’s fish-out-of-water antics, each character is etched into our memories like a permanent tattoo.
For over two decades now, “Mean Girls,” featuring Lindsay Lohan as Cady, the fresh new face in school, has been a staple on the big screen. This teen comedy from the 2000s is often hailed as one of the greatest films of its era and has even spawned a Broadway adaptation and a musical based on its stage performance. Remarkably, much of Tina Fey’s original, memorably funny dialogue remains intact across all versions. Here are 32 of the most enduring “Mean Girls” quotes that continue to echo in our conversations today.
“Raise your hand if you have ever been personally victimized by Regina George.”
Regina George is renowned as one of cinema’s most infamous female antagonists, and her reputation for mischief is evident by the numerous people she has impacted through her reign of chaos. Her closest friends were not immune to her manipulation schemes, nor were the faculty at North Shore High School.
“You go, Glen Coco!”
It seems like such a throwaway line that it’s hard to say why this quote is so enduring. Damian is helping Cady to break up The Plastics, which involves him dressing as Santa Claus for a candy cane scheme. He hands out candy canes purchased by other students, with Glen Coco receiving an impressive four, thus inspiring the beloved quote. The line was even given extra flair in the musical versions of the film during the song “Revenge Party.”
“It’s October 3rd.”
Fans of Mean Girls will always remember the significant day when Aaron Samuels posed the question, “What day is it?” to Cady. That special date has since been marked on the calendars of cinephiles everywhere as Mean Girls Day, making it an ideal occasion to don pink attire (especially if it’s a Wednesday) and indulge in a rewatching of this beloved teenage film.
“Oh, I love seeing teachers outside of school. It’s like seeing a dog walk on its hind legs.”
It appeared that Damian and Janis looked puzzled and a tad displeased when they spotted Ms. Norbury not just in the classroom but shopping at the mall. In truth, Janis wasn’t off-base, as it can feel odd to run into educators or school associates in everyday settings.
“On Wednesdays we wear pink.”
In this film, The Plastics imposed numerous whimsical social norms regarding attire. However, one specific dress code has become particularly famous: the rule about wearing pink on Wednesdays. Anyone who’s watched the movie might ponder how to dress on a Wednesday without adhering to this essential fashion guideline. Is it acceptable to wear pink on any other day of the week? I’m not shy about questioning these significant style matters.
“She doesn’t even go here!”
It wasn’t unexpected that Damian managed to sneak into the junior girls’ workshop while wearing a hoodie and sunglasses to conceal himself. What was surprising, though, was his audacity in intruding upon their space and then publicly pointing out someone else who shouldn’t have been there as well.
“That’s why her hair is so big. It’s full of secrets.”
In the movie “Mean Girls”, Lacey Chabert portrayed Gretchen Wieners with a carefree attitude and large hair. She was known as the one who knew all about everyone in the group. Damian (played by Daniel Franzese) added humor to the famous gossip, and his delivery made it a quote that has been remembered for many years.
“That was so fetch.”
It’s hard not to admire Gretchen’s determination in trying to popularize the phrase “fetch.” Regardless of what Regina may think, the fact that people are still using this term decades later indicates its success.
“What’s so great about Caesar, hmm? Brutus is just as cute as Caesar. Brutus is just as smart as Caesar. People totally like Brutus just as much as they like Caesar. And when did it become OK for one person to be the boss of everybody, huh? Because that is not what Rome is about!”
Gretchen’s social clique, the Plastics, are similar to Gretchen’s version of the Roman Empire. This comparison made her notice some similarities between Julius Caesar and Regina George, causing her to ponder in history class why Caesar was allowed to act so dominantly while others tried to avoid being squashed by his influence. Interestingly, I’ve always found Brutus as appealing as Caesar.
“Whatever, I’m getting cheese fries.”
As a gamer, let me confess: Problems like the one Cady presented – calculating percentages of calories from fat in food – can sometimes leave me scratching my head. Just like Regina, when she encountered those complex calculations, she opted for sticking to her familiar territory rather than diving into the unknown.
“I’m not like a regular mom. I’m a cool mom.”
Amy Poehler, despite being in the movie “Mean Girls” for just 2 minutes and 10 seconds, left an indelible mark as Regina’s mother. The overly permissive parenting style portrayed by Mrs. George still resonates (and is sometimes imitated) to this day. It can’t be denied that she was a gracious hostess, always ready to provide the girls with drinks or any kind of fun trinkets.
“Irregardless, ex-boyfriends are just off-limits to friends. I mean, that’s just, like, the rules of feminism.”
Dear Gretchen, it’s great to see you using a more complex word. However, since “irregardless” isn’t a standard term in English, I find myself unable to acknowledge its use. As for your interpretation of feminism, while some may concur that avoiding friends’ former partners is wise, it’s essential to grasp the core principles of feminism correctly.
“She asked me how to spell orange.”
This quote is often underappreciated, but it offers a vivid illustration of how Karen, as portrayed in the scene where Damian explains who the Plastics are, comes across as one of the least intelligent people you might encounter.
“I don’t think my father, the inventor of Toaster Strudel, would be too pleased to hear about this.”
I absolutely love how assertive Gretchen is, wielding her authority as the heir of the Toaster Strudel dynasty. She’s definitely making a mark and has no qualms about using that influence when needed.
“I’m kind of psychic. I have a fifth sense. It’s like I have ESPN or something.”
Currently, we need to determine what other skill Karen Smith possesses aside from her psychic powers and apparently watching cable sports. Interestingly, Amanda Seyfried’s character has the unique ability to insert her entire fist into her mouth and forecast rain before it actually starts.
“There are two kinds of evil people. People who do evil stuff and people who see evil stuff being done and don’t try to stop it.”
As a devoted admirer of Janis Ian, portrayed brilliantly by Lizzy Caplan, I must admit that her point is intriguing, but it seems to me that there might be some ambiguity in her motives when she encouraged Cady to snatch the Burn Book from Regina. It’s not entirely clear that her intentions were entirely selfless.
“I will keep you here all night. … I will keep you here till 4.”
Principal Duvall (Tim Meadows) was resolute on ensuring students grasped a lesson from the large fight in the school corridors, and he wasn’t concerned about how much time it required… that is, until he learned that the school couldn’t make anyone stay beyond 4 o’clock.
“Did you have an awesome time? Did you drink awesome shooters, listen to awesome music, and then just sit around and soak up each other’s awesomeness?”
It was completely justifiable for Janis to feel upset with Cady for deceiving her about leaving town to attend an art exhibit instead. To make matters worse, Cady hosted a large gathering without extending invitations to Janis and Damian, indicating she had behaved in a superficial manner, much like the Plastics. In this situation, it’s safe to say that no one was feeling great. Janis publicly reprimanded Cady through the sunroof of Damian’s car as they raced home to avoid violating curfew, and I’m certain the tension in the air at that moment wasn’t pleasant for anyone involved.
“I’m sorry that people are so jealous of me, but I can’t help it that I’m popular.”
It seems quite clear that Ms. Norbury didn’t intend the type of apology you might expect, given her comment about the junior girls needing to express something. That’s probably why no one picked up on it during the trust fall exercise.
“I wish we could all get along like we used to in middle school. I wish I could bake a cake filled with rainbows and smiles and everyone would eat and be happy.”
It appears as though this mysterious student could benefit greatly from Miss Norbury’s empowerment exercises, as they seem to be holding something back and might find relief through them. Unfortunately, Miss Norbury did not attend the school where this student is enrolled.
“And I want my pink shirt back!”
After Janis criticized Cady for joining The Plastics, Damian emphasized his point by telling Cady that he wouldn’t allow her to keep the pink shirt he had lent her so she could sit with her new friends on Wednesdays. This line was improvised by Daniel Franzese, showcasing the actor’s talent.
“One time she punched me in the face. It was awesome.”
At North Shore High School, students yearned so intensely to gain Regina George’s attention that they didn’t mind how it was given. Unfortunately, Bethany Byrd (Stefanie Drummond) received a harsh stare from the queen bee, but she was as thrilled as if she had been hit by a punch.
“Gretchen, stop trying to make fetch happen. It’s not going to happen!”
Allow me to clarify, Regina, it seems “fetch” indeed occurred, quite surprisingly. It continues to be referenced in situations where someone attempts to halt an action deemed futile, which is why I say it did happen.
“Oh my God, Danny DeVito! I love your work!”
Instead of saying “This wasn’t actually the kindest response,” you might say “This wasn’t a very considerate reply” or “This wasn’t particularly thoughtful.” As for the second part, instead of using “hands down one of the funniest,” you could say “definitely among the funniest” or “certainly hilarious.” Here’s how it would look:
“I win.”
After a challenging summer due to her divorce, Ms. Norbury undeniably took the title of having the most difficult summer, following Mr. Duvall’s announcement about his recurring carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel issues can be tough, but a breakup always seems to take the lead in terms of difficulty.
“Get in, loser, we’re going shopping.”
For two decades now, Regina George’s influence has had countless girls affectionately calling their closest friends “losers.” It’s a phrase that I find myself using every time I hop into a car for a shopping trip.
“I’m a mouse. Duh!”
It appears that most people, excluding Cady, view Halloween as merely an opportunity for females to don revealing outfits in public. If one accessorizes lingerie with animal ears, wouldn’t that qualify as a costume? Isn’t that the case? After all, it seemed to work quite well for Karen.
“I can’t go out. *cough, cough* I’m sick.”
Escaping an awkward social interaction by feigning an illness can be effective, but it hinges on how convincing your symptoms are. In this case, Karen’s performance was undeniably impressive and memorable.
“Is butter a carb?”
Regina George appeared quite unwell when she got to the stage in her eating plan where she needed to question Cady whether butter is a type of carbohydrate.
“I have a nephew named Anfernee, and I know how mad he gets when I call him Anthony. Almost as mad as I get when I think about the fact that my sister named him Anfernee.”
You might not find a quote where he reveals all his personal details, but it’s hard not to appreciate this candid glimpse into Mr. Duvall’s private life following Cady’s correction of his name pronunciation.
“I didn’t say anything.”
In the 2004 classic, there are numerous instances that demonstrate how out of place Cady feels in the high school environment, but one particularly amusing scene occurs when she fails to comprehend why the Plastics repeatedly tell her to “Stop talking!” or simply “Be quiet!”.
“I did not leave the South Side for this.”
Principal Duvall hadn’t anticipated handling violent confrontations like the one unfolding in the hallways when he arrived at North Shore High School. He certainly wasn’t going to let the entire junior class outsmart him. After narrowly avoiding a kick to his face, he swiftly activated the fire alarm, effectively halting the altercation over the Burn Book.
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