Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe), the series’ main character, was excellent in a duel, but he was also competent in a contest of wits when necessary. Harry Potter has been completed for more than ten years, but they still inspire family movie evenings and ongoing debates over whether the movies or the books are superior. Oprah Daily even published an article in 2020 detailing all the differences between the books and films. It goes without saying that while the Harry Potter book series featured many memorable remarks from Harry Potter, there is no disputing that his sassy nature also appears in a decent number of the films. Because of Harry’s excessive amounts of snark, we adore him. You would likely have a chip on your shoulder if you were the chosen one in some absurd wizard battle.
And Harry isn’t the only one bringing the sarcasm. The Weasley children have periods of unrestrained silliness and Hermione is capable of some excellent caustic jabs. Furthermore, we know that the Marauders (which Screen Rant believes would make a great prequel storyline) were so snarky that we couldn’t get enough of their quick-witted digs, especially from beyond the grave using a magical map. But for the sake of this article, we’ll concentrate on Harry’s quotes that give us the idea he has the fortitude to support his sassy words. The boy wizard’s sassiest moments from each movie are highlighted here.
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8 “I think I can tell the wrong sort for myself, thanks.”
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This quote from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone is said by Harry to Draco Malfoy (Tom Felton) as he is introducing himself to the Boy Who Lived. While waiting for Professor McGonagall (Maggie Smith) on the stairs, Draco approaches Harry and warns him not to make friends with the “wrong people,” to which Harry responds with this comment. Because it was a snappy rejoinder from the 11-year-old and a dig at Malfoy’s character, this phrase is very famous and sassy.
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7 “I’ll be in my bedroom, making no noise and pretending I don’t exist.”
Harry cracks a wisecrack in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets about his unfriendly relatives. Uncle Vernon turns to Harry and asks him what he’ll be doing after going through the list of what each member of the family will be doing when the Masons come. This question was absurd in Harry’s view, as well as those of the fans, because he will be doing nothing, and Harry replied flawlessly. This sarcastic quip is timeless because of Harry’s subtle vocal intonation and the absurdity of the statement.
6 “Why would I go looking for someone who wants to kill me?”
Harry is affected by his connection with Sirius Black in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Black has escaped from the magical jail known as Azkaban with the intention of allegedly killing Harry. After meeting the Weasleys at the Leaky Cauldron, Arthur Wesley asks Harry not to hunt for Sirius and then takes a moment to explain to Harry what Sirius’ objectives are. Despite the seriousness of the situation, Harry still manages to respond with sass considering that he has in the past nabbed assailants and would do it once more in a flash.
5 “Spectacular.”
Harry is left in the dark with a golden egg after the first job in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, unsure of what to do with it or how to extract his clue. Naturally, this would make him anxious because finding his clue would be necessary for him to properly complete the following assignment. Cedric Diggory (Robert Pattinson) still approaches Harry to inquire about his well-being despite the fact that Harry’s stress levels are through the roof at this time. Harry continues to proclaim himself “spectacular” despite having just defeated a dragon and being aware of the impending peril, giving Cedric some well-deserved snark.
4 “Sorry, Professor. I must not tell lies.”
Professor Umbridge, one of the worst professors Hogwarts has ever seen, received one of the most delicate lines from the Harry Potter series when speaking to him in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. In this scene, Umbridge is kidnapped by the centaurs for attempting to injure one of their kind after Hermione (Emma Watson) and Harry send her on a wild goose chase into the dense woodland. Umbridge, who has been captured, requests that Harry convey her good intentions to the monsters. Harry responds with this acerbic and sassy reply. Fans would argue that Harry did a good job with this jibe at Umbridge’s use of archaic punishment techniques as well as his attempt to exact revenge on her.
3 “I am the Chosen One!”
Voldemort and love interests are difficult to mix, but in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Harry finds a way. Hermione makes the implication that Romilda Van is only interested in Harry because he is the chosen one. Harry just affirms what Hermione is saying since he would not accept hints; in response, she hits him over the head with a book. Harry’s arrogance was on full display in just one phrase, and he also managed to tease her for her remark.
2 “Ron, you don’t have a wife.”
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 1 has some of the finest Harry Potter quotes. Harry says this sarcastic phrase after he, Ron (Rupert Grint), and Hermione are forced to break into the Ministry of Magic to get the Horcrux necklace Umbridge seized. Because his Muggleborn wife is being questioned that day, Reg’s supervisor tells Ron, who is impersonating Reg Cattermole, that he shouldn’t be snarking back at him. When the boss exits the elevator, Ron begins babbling about his wife, and Harry interrupts with this memorable statement. Following the trio’s successful rescue of Reg’s wife from Umbridge, there ensues a delightfully uncomfortable kissing scene lending even more hilarity to this film.
1 “Hermione! When have any of our plans ever actually worked?”
Harry, Ron, and Hermione have just robbed Gringotts Bank of a Horcrux in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2. Harry warns his friends to visit Hogwarts since one of Voldemort’s last Horcruxes is there after having a vision of them. Hermione pauses, stating that they should make plans before rushing into something hazardous. With the Carrows serving as instructors, Voldemort presently has control of Hogwarts. Hermione makes a valid point, but Harry’s caustic remark proves his case even more effectively. Something goes awry every time the Trio attempts to formulate a plan. Going in blind and mindful of the danger gives them the best chance of success. Harry also appears to function effectively under duress and under challenging circumstances. Thankfully, everything works out in the end.
