If you’re a fan of “Fleabag,” you likely resonate with its stunningly poignant and brutally sincere dialogue from its two seasons. The series not only evokes laughter but also strikes a chord with its raw moments of truth that keep you coming back for more. How many times did you find the characters articulating feelings you carry within? If you haven’t yet delved into the world of Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s acclaimed (and Obama-approved) show, don’t fret. This Emmy-winning series is available for streaming on Amazon, and after absorbing these quotes, you’ll be eager to experience it for yourself.
Quotes on Feminism and Identity
- “I have a dreadful suspicion that I am a greedy, twisted, selfish, disinterested, cynical, depraved woman who can’t even call herself a feminist.” – Fleabag
- “Hair is everything. We’re led to believe it represents power and fertility.” – Fleabag
- “Women inherently bear pain. We carry it within us. Men, on the other hand, must seek it out.” – Belinda
- “Sometimes I ponder if I wouldn’t be as much of a feminist if I had larger breasts.” – Fleabag
- “Being polite, sweet, and agreeable is a total nightmare. It’s utterly exhausting.” – Fleabag
Cynical Yet Absolutely True Observations
- “Don’t turn me into an optimist. You’ll ruin my existence.” – Fleabag
- “Either everyone experiences this to some degree but just doesn’t talk about it, or I am completely and utterly alone.” – Fleabag
- “I’ve spent the majority of my adult life using sex to distract from the gaping void within my heart.” – Fleabag
On People and Connections
- “Perhaps happiness isn’t about what you believe, but who you believe in.” – Fleabag
- “People are all we have. So seize the night and go flirt with someone.” – Belinda
- Bank Manager: “Everyone makes mistakes.”
Fleabag: “That’s why erasers exist on pencils.”
Reflections on Love, Friendship, and Relationships
- “I yearn for someone to dictate my wardrobe every morning. I want someone to decide what I should eat, what I should like, what I should despise, what I should be outraged about, what music I should enjoy, what events to attend, what humor to share, and what to believe in, who to support, who to love, and how to express that love.” – Fleabag
- “The only person I would sprint through an airport for is you.” — Claire
- “Don’t force me to hate you. Loving you is painful enough.” – Harry
- “Love is dreadful. It’s agonizing. It’s terrifying. It makes you question yourself, judge yourself, and alienate yourself from others. It can make you egocentric, creepy, and obsessed with your appearance. It takes real courage to recognize what’s right. Love is not for the weak. Being a romantic requires immense hope.” – The Priest
- “[Love is] what we all desire and it can feel like Hell when we attain it! No wonder it’s something we hesitate to do alone.” – The Priest
- “Celibacy is far less complicated than being in a romantic relationship.” – The Priest
- “I’m not fixated on sex. I just can’t help but think about it. The performance, the awkwardness, the drama of it.” – Fleabag
- “I was taught that if we’re born with love, life revolves around choosing the right place to channel it. People often mention feeling ‘right’—when it feels right, it’s effortless. But I’m not convinced that’s accurate. It requires strength to discern what’s right. Love isn’t for the feeble.” – The Priest
- “We’re not merely friends. We are sisters. Find your own friends.” – Claire
Other Memorable Quotes from “Fleabag”
- “If you remove a woman’s head and limbs, you can’t expect her to do anything but roll around.” – Fleabag
- “I spent thirty minutes trying to look good and ended up looking fabulous.” – Fleabag
- “It’s like having sex with a protractor.” – Fleabag
- “Breasts don’t get you anywhere these days. Trust me.” – Fleabag
- “‘Chic’ is just a euphemism for dull. Don’t let the French know.” – Fleabag
- “I bit into a sausage over there, thinking it was a prune. Fifteen years of being a vegetarian, gone in a flash.” – Klare
- “I believe you understand love better than any of us. That’s why it pains you so much.” — Fleabag’s Father
- “Being a romantic takes enormous hope. What they mean is, when you find someone to love, it feels like hope.” – The Priest
- “With all the affection I have for her, I don’t know where to direct it now.” – Fleabag
- “I’ll always love you, but I can’t handle this anymore. I don’t despise you; I’m worried for you.” – Harry
- “After all, sex brought us all into existence. It’s the source of life.” – Godmother
- “People vanish because it frightens them to be near someone in pain.” – Fleabag
- “You don’t navigate life with teeth like these and not recognize when someone’s pretending.” – Bus Rodent
- “Yeah, he’s ridiculously attractive. You might vomit when you see him.” – Fleabag
- “I engage in conversation, drink, and laugh, handing out Bibles, while hoping they’ll eventually leave me alone.” – The Priest
- “My bottom fell long ago. My farts used to be ‘pah!’, now they’re just struggling to escape.” – Fleabag
- “I’d endure forty days and nights in that desert.” – The Priest
- “I’m not a bad person. I just have a terrible personality.” – Martin
- “You’ll always be okay. You’ll always be intriguing, with your quirky café and your deceased best friend. You just make me feel like I’ve failed.” – Claire
- “Do I have a giant arsehole?” – Fleabag
- “If it makes you feel better, you look older than your age.” – Fleabag
- “Let’s keep moving; I spotted more things she’ll dislike over there.” – Martin
- “Is that a bassoon in your hand or are you just happy to see me?” – Martin
- “As long as I can wear it or eat it, I’m content.” – Boo
- “I resemble a pencil.” – Claire
This article was originally published on June 8, 2020.
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In summary, “Fleabag” offers a treasure trove of quotes that encapsulate the complexities of love, identity, and relationships, resonating deeply with anyone who has ever grappled with their own truths.