35+ Quotes from ‘Ferris Bueller’ to Remind You to Enjoy Life’s Fast Pace

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If you appreciate timeless classics, you’ll love these 35+ quotes from ‘Ferris Bueller.’ This film, released in 1986, was an instant sensation. Starring Matthew Broderick as Ferris, along with his best friend Cameron and girlfriend Sloane, it quickly became a box-office success. Directed by John Hughes, ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ resonates with teens, capturing the essence of wanting to outsmart authority figures and embrace the joy of friendship.

The movie portrays Ferris creatively faking illness to convince his friends to skip school, joyriding in a Ferrari, and even leading a parade. As a result, multiple generations have cherished Ferris’s clever lines, often quoting them at just the right moment.

When the film debuted, Roger Ebert praised it, calling it a “sweet, warm-hearted comedy” that reflects the struggles of adolescence. He noted the film’s simplistic solutions to problems but emphasized its heartwarming essence.

Here are some memorable quotes from Ferris Bueller that might just inspire your own adventures:

  1. “Bueller? Bueller? Bueller?” — Mr. Lorensax
  2. Sloane Peterson: “What could happen to it? It’s in a garage.” Cameron Frye: “It could get wrecked, stolen, scratched… a pigeon could shit on it! Who knows?”
  3. “The question isn’t ‘what are we going to do,’ the question is ‘what aren’t we going to do?’” — Ferris Bueller
  4. “Um, he’s sick. My best friend’s sister’s boyfriend’s brother’s girlfriend heard from this guy who knows this kid who’s going with the girl who saw Ferris pass out at 31 Flavors last night. I guess it’s pretty serious.” — Economics Student Simone
  5. “This place is like a museum. It’s very beautiful and very cold, and you’re not allowed to touch anything.” — Ferris Bueller
  6. “He makes you look like an ass, is what he does, Ed.” — School Secretary
  7. “Cameron has never been in love… at least, nobody’s ever been in love with him.” — Ferris Bueller
  8. Cameron Frye: “Ferris, my father loves this car more than life itself.” Ferris Bueller: “A man with priorities so far out of whack doesn’t deserve such a fine automobile.”
  9. “Pardon my French, but you’re an asshole!” — Cameron Frye
  10. “I weep for the future.” — Chez Quis Maitre ‘d
  11. “This is the part where Cameron goes berserk.” (Cameron screams) — Ferris Bueller
  12. “You’re not dying, you just can’t think of anything good to do.” — Ferris Bueller
  13. Cameron Frye: “What did I do?” Ferris Bueller: “You killed the car.”
  14. “Ferris Bueller, you’re my hero.” — Cameron Frye
  15. “First of all, you can never go too far. Second, if I’m going to be caught, it’s not gonna be by a guy like that!” — Ferris Bueller
  16. “Not that I condone fascism… A person should not believe in an -ism, he should believe in himself.” — Ferris Bueller
  17. “How could I possibly be able to handle school on a day like this?” — Ferris Bueller
  18. “Pardon my French, but Cameron is so tight that if you stuck a lump of coal up his ass, in two weeks you’d have a diamond.” — Ferris Bueller
  19. “You’re still here? It’s over!” — Ferris Bueller
  20. Ferris Bueller: “Look, it’s really simple. Whatever mileage we put on, we’ll take off.” Cameron Frye: “How?” Ferris Bueller: “We’ll drive home backward.”
  21. “Between grief and nothing, I’ll take grief.” — Ed Rooney
  22. Ferris Bueller: “If you’re not over here in 15 minutes, you can find a new best friend.” Cameron Frye: “You’ve been saying that since the fifth grade.”
  23. “Gummy bear? It’s been in my pocket; they’re real warm and soft.” — Girl on Bus
  24. “The key to faking out the parents is the clammy hands. It’s a good non-specific symptom.” — Ferris Bueller
  25. Sloane Peterson: “The city looks so peaceful from up here.” Ferris Bueller: “Anything is peaceful from 1,353 feet.”
  26. “I do have a test today… It’s on European socialism.” — Ferris Bueller
  27. “They bought it. Incredible! One of the worst performances of my career, and they never doubted it for a second.” — Ferris Bueller
  28. Ed Rooney: “I don’t trust this kid any further than I can throw him.” School Secretary: “Well, with your bad knee, Ed, you shouldn’t throw anybody.”
  29. Sloane Peterson: “What are you interested in?” Cameron Frye: “Nothing.”
  30. “You can’t respect somebody who kisses your ass.” — Ferris Bueller
  31. “I am not going to sit on my ass as the events that affect me unfold.” — Cameron Frye
  32. Ferris Bueller: “Do you have a kiss for Daddy?” Sloane Peterson: “Are you kidding?” (They kiss and make out.)
  33. “I’ll go, I’ll go, I’ll go, I’ll go.” — Cameron Frye
  34. “What is so dangerous about a character like Ferris Bueller is he gives good kids bad ideas.” — Ed Rooney
  35. “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” — Ferris Bueller
  36. “Oh, he’s very popular, Ed.” — School Secretary
  37. “You hit me. Don’t make me participate in your stupid crap.” — Cameron
  38. Boy in Police Station: “Drugs?” Jeannie: “Thank you, no. I’m straight.”
  39. Cameron: “The 1961 Ferrari 250GT California. Less than a hundred were made. My father spent three years restoring this car.” Ferris: “It is his fault he didn’t lock the garage.”

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In summary, ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ is a beloved classic that offers wisdom and humor. Its quotes resonate across generations, encouraging everyone to embrace life’s fleeting moments. Whether you’re planning a fun day off or embarking on the journey of starting a family, remember to savor every experience.