This Is What Jack Skellington Says to Sally in 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'
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If you consider yourself to be a true '90s kid, you've probably watched Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas more times than you can count. Though still holding a cult-like following almost 30 years after its release, one thing that has always been up for debate is whether it falls under the category of a Halloween film or Christmas movie. What isn't up for debate, however, is the amount of amazing Nightmare Before Christmas quotes you can gather from watching it.
Whether you're a fan of its dark aesthetic or can't get enough of the frightful love story buried within, the film has stood the test of time for generations of Disney fans. And, if you ask any of those fans to recite a line from the iconic movie at the drop of a dime, you'd probably get more than you bargained for.
From love quotes to funny quotes worth sending to your BFF, this list will have you jumping on the Nightmare Before Christmas bandwagon if you're not there already. Who knows, you may just find the answer of what category Jack Skellington and his ghoulish crew actually belongs under. If you need help deciding though, you can always compare it to these other Disney Christmas movies to help you come to your conclusion.
Best Jack Skellington Quotes
I could conquer the world with one hand, as long as you're holding the other.
Just because I cannot see it, doesn’t mean I can't believe it!
Oh, there's an empty place in my bones, that calls out for something unknown.
I really tasted something swell, that's right. And, for a moment, why, I even touched the sky and at least I left some stories they can tell.
And I just can’t wait until next Halloween ‘cause I’ve got some new ideas that will really make them scream. And by God, I’m really gonna give it all my might!
I’m a master of fright, and a demon of light, and I’ll scare you right out of your pants.
Why does nothing ever turn out like it should?
Since I am dead I can take off my head to recite Shakespearean quotations.
There are children throwing snowballs, instead of throwing heads, they're busy building toys and absolutely no one's dead.
My dearest friend, if you don’t mind, I’d like to join you by your side, where we can gaze into the stars.
What have I done? How could I be so blind? All is lost. Where was I? Spoiled all! Spoiled all! Everything’s gone all wrong.
And on a dark cold night, under full moonlight, he flies into the fog like a vulture in the sky!
What's this? There's color everywhere! What's this? There are white things in the air! What's this? I can't believe my eyes, I must be dreaming; wake up, Jack, this isn't fair!
There are few who deny at what I do I am the best. For my talents are renowned far and wide. When it comes to surprises in the moonlit night, I excel without ever even trying.
You know, I think this Christmas thing is not as tricky as it seems! But why should they have all the fun? It should belong to anyone! Not anyone, in fact, but me!
Now don't be modest. Who else is clever enough to make my Sandy Claws outfit?
There's something out there far from my home. A longing that I've never known.
That's right. I am the Pumpkin King!
If they only understood, he'd give it all up, if he only could.
I believe it was our most horrible yet! Thank you everyone.
And I, Jack, the Pumpkin King, have grown so tired of the same old thing.
There's frost on every window. Oh, I can't believe my eyes! And in my ones I feel the warmth that's coming from the inside!
There's got to be a logical way to explain this Christmas thing.
I excel without ever even trying! With the slightest little effort of my ghostlike charms.
Of course, I've been too close to see! The answer's right in front of me!
And sit together, now and forever. For it is plain, as anyone can see. We're simply meant to be.
Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!
Best Sally Quotes
Taking over Christmas is no way to fill the gaping hole you feel inside.
I sense there's something in the wind, that feels like tragedy's at hand. And though I'd like to stand by him, I can't shake this feeling that we have.
But you're the Pumpkin King!
I'm grown up now. I have to leave some time.
The worst is just around the bend, and does he notice my feelings for him? And will he see how much he means to me? I think it's not to be.
You don't need to pretend. Not with me.
I wear my scars with pride. They're a reminder of times when life tried to break me, but failed.
I myself am made entirely of flaws, stitched together with good intentions.
What does this mean? Does Jack love me or not? Or is something bad going to happen?
He wants to change his life...and I want to change mine, too.
Yet it seems that I still have some tears to shed.
This is worse than I thought. Much worse. I know!
What a joy to think of all we'll have in common. We'll have conversations worth having.
But I don't want to be patient!
Other Iconic Quotes from Nightmare Before Christmas
That's twice this month you've slipped deadly nightshade into my tea and run off. — Dr. Finkelstein
Nothing's more suspicious than frog's breath! — Dr. Finkelstein
You’re jokin’, you’re jokin’! I can’t believe my ears! Would someone shut this fella up? I’m drowning in my tears! — Oogie Boogie
She’s the only one who makes any sense around this insane asylum! — Santa Claus
Jack! But they said you were dead. You must be double dead! — Oogie Boogie
Life's no fun without a good scare. — Trio of Kids
Come with us, and you will see. This is our town of Halloween! — Shadows
Haven't you heard of peace on Earth and goodwill toward men? — Santa Claus
Say it once, say it twice, take a chance and roll the dice. Ride with the moon in the dead of the night. — The Witches
This is Halloween, everybody make a scene. — Ghosts
Kidnap the Sandy Claws, beat him with a stick. Lock him up for 50 years, see what makes him tick! — Lock, Shock, and Barrel
Curiosity killed the cat, you know. — Dr. Finkelstein
The sound of rolling dice to me is music in the air, 'cause I'm a gambling Boogie Man, although I don't play fair! — Oogie Boogie
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