Summary

• Woody's iconic quotes from the Toy Story franchise highlight his journey as a caring cowboy hero.
• Despite challenges, Woody's evolution with Andy and other toys showcases his bravery and friendship.
• Tom Hanks' voice performance brings depth to Woody, making him a beloved and memorable character worth revisiting.

Pixar films have created some unforgettable characters over the years, but Woody from Toy Story is arguably the most iconic, and there are a number of memorable Woody quotes that show exactly why. Woody has taken audiences on an amazing journey through the Toy Story franchise as they fell in love with the kind and caring cowboy. Each of the four movies saw Woody face challenges, meet new friends, and learn a little more about what it is to be a good toy. The standout Woody quotes from these movies highlight that journey.

While Woody's future in the Toy Story franchise is somewhat unclear at this point, he has left behind so many amazing memories from those films. He has had moments of jealousy, bravery, and friendship along with his evolution with the kids he has had in this life. With Tom Hanks' amazing voice performance and the iconic character design, Woody became a layered hero and friend. From his more ridiculous moments to his sweetest moments, Woody remains a hero worth revisiting through his best quotes.

20 "Besides, When It All Ends I’ll Have Old Buzz Lightyear To Keep Me Company - For Infinity and Beyond."

Toy Story 2

At the center of all the movies in the franchise is the friendship between Woody and Buzz Lightyear, with Buzz's appearance in Andy's room being the catalyst that kick-starts the events of Toy Story. Despite the fact that they didn't initially get along at all in the first movie, Toy Story 2 finds Woody and Buzz as the best of friends. Their bond is a very touching one as Buzz heads out to save Woody once he is taken from Andy's and helps remind him of the important role he plays in Andy's life.

In the end, Woody and Buzz are together again in Andy's room looking at an uncertain future as they know that Andy will grow older and be less interested in even his favorite toys. However, Woody is at least comforted that, while he may eventually lose Andy, his friendship with Buzz is just as important.

19 "You're My Favorite Deputy."

Toy Story

While most of the best Woody quotes come when he's "alive" thanks to no humans being around, he is still a toy with a pullstring attached to a voicebox, and many of his built-in phrases are just as memorable (which is probably partly why Andy loves him so much). Another one of Woody's great catchphrases from his pull string feature has the cowboy proclaiming "You're my favorite deputy."

It is also a bittersweet quote for Woody, as he loves Andy so much but can never actually talk to him.

It is another charming cowboy saying that fits well with Woody, both because he's a cowboy and his general personality. But the fact that Andy can pull it and have Woody say this to him cements the unbreakable bond between these two. It is also a bittersweet quote for Woody, as he loves Andy so much but can never actually talk to him. This catchphrase allows him to express even a little bit of that feeling.

18 “I Was Made To Help a Child. I Don’t It Being This Hard.”

Toy Story 4

Woody takes quite the emotional journey throughout the four Toy Story films, especially once Andy grows up. Looking after Andy has always been Woody's reason for being, but the inevitable march of time gradually makes him less and less important in Andy's life. After seeing Woody as such a key part of Andy's life in the first three movies, it is hard to see where he ends up in Toy Story 4.

While his new kid Bonnie is a sweet and caring child who loves playing with her toys, she just doesn't have the same attachment to Woody. Also, as much as Woody still takes it upon himself to be there for Bonnie, he finds it is just not as easy as it was with Andy. It is an interesting change for the character and sets up a surprising new chapter for him.

17 "I Got Out Once."

Toy Story 3

Though all Toy Story movies are great, there are many fans who feel the third one is the best of the franchise. The movie does make for a touching and smart animated story, but it is also a thrilling prison break movie at the center of it. When Buzz and the others find themselves trapped in the twisted Sunnyside Daycare, it is up to Woody to break them out.

A moment of genuine heroism from Woody

After first making a break, Woody returns for his friends. One of the trapped toys warns that Sunnyside is inescapable, but Woody points out, "I got out once." It's a moment of genuine heroism from Woody, and one of the times audiences are reminded why the other toys in Andy's room look to him for guidance when times get tough. Though Woody's Roundup may be a fake show, Woody does possess that heroic cowboy quality.

16 "This Is The Perfect Time To Panic!"

Toy Story

The first Toy Story moments is filled with many hilarious quotes that directly stem from the rivalry between Woody and Buzz, particularly before Buzz accepts that he's a toy and not a genuine Space Ranger. One of the funniest Woody quotes comes when the pair become lost toys and are stranded in the gas station. While Woody's "I Got Out Once" quote from Toy Story 3 is a moment of brash heroism, his declaration that panic is a reasonable response in Toy Story is the total opposite.

Woody takes a leadership role among the toys in Andy's room. While the other toys are constantly in a state of worry, Woody puts on a calm and brave face even if he is anxious himself. So, when that calm and collected persona gradually falls apart with the arrival of Buzz, it is pretty funny to watch. After he and Buzz find themselves lost outside of Andy's house, Buzz is the stable one while Woody gets completely lost in his fear.

15 "What Chance Does A Toy Like Me Have Against A Buzz Lightyear Action Figure?"

Toy Story

Pixar has a real talent for telling stories about extraordinary things, like toys coming to life, but finding something very human and relatable at the center of it. For Toy Story, the audience can recognize Woody's feelings of inadequacy and envy when Buzz seems to become the new favorite toy. Though they are constantly feuding throughout the movie, this moment of vulnerability from Woody when he its his worries about losing Andy helps cement his friendship with Buzz.

As flashy as Buzz is, he ultimately could never replace the toy that's been there for Andy for as long as the boy can .

It's a scene that shows some genuine humility from Woody, though also one that shows just how important his relationship with Andy is to him. He's intimidated by Buzz's array of features, such as pop-out wings, blinking LED laser, and multiple voice buttons. However, as the other movies in the franchise later show, these don't mean as much to Andy as Woody thinks. As flashy as Buzz is, he ultimately could never replace the toy that's been there for Andy for as long as the boy can .

14 "Being There For A Child Is The Most Noble Thing A Toy Can Do."

Toy Story 2

In every Toy Story movie, a key theme is the purpose of a toy, and how their relationship with their children is at the core of their being. So important is it that, when the bond is broken (such as when Jessie is abandoned), it causes genuine trauma for them. Throughout the franchise, Woody goes to extraordinary lengths to be there for his child. And while his ego in getting replaced plays some role in his motivations, his real determination is that he sees it as his job to be there for Andy.

When Buzz learns he is a toy and feels his existence is now meaningless, Woody is the one who ensures him that bringing joy to a kid is the greatest purpose he could have. However, in Toy Story 2, it's Woody who needs to re-learn this lesson, and this Woody quote captures the moment he snaps out of his fugue and re why he exists. It explains a lot about his personality and is also interesting to consider given his decision in Toy Story 4.

13 "Ride Like The Wind Bullseye!"

Toy Story 2

Just like Buzz Lightyear the toy was inspired by a movie within the Toy Story universe, Woody came from a popular show called Woody's Roundup. Woody himself discovers this in Toy Story 2 and sees the larger legacy he is a part of. Woody's Roundup introduced a few catchphrases for the cowboy toy, and also explained where some of the phrases from his pullstring came from.

When he learns of Woody's Roundup, Woody becomes enamored with his own in-universe legacy — especially when he sees the wide array of merchandise with his face on it.

When he learns of Woody's Roundup, Woody becomes enamored with his own in-universe legacy — especially when he sees the wide array of merchandise with his face on it. He quickly takes to that role as the heroic cowboy and even adopts his own catchphrase from the show, shouting "Ride like the wind, Bullseye!" when jumping into the saddle of his trusty horse. If Buzz can get his own spinoff, maybe Woody's Roundup will get a movie someday as well.

12 "Oh, Great. If Anyone Attacks We Can Blink Em' To Death."

Toy Story

This Woody quote from the first Toy Story movie is another hilarious moment that comes from interactions between Woody and Buzz before Buzz realizes he's a toy and not a Space Ranger. While Buzz is a more impressive toy when he first arrives, he is also totally delusional in thinking that he is a real space ranger. Since no other toy seems to have a problem with this, it becomes a terrific part of the comedic dynamic between Woody and Buzz.

When they find themselves trapped in Sid's room with his creepy toys, Buzz ensures Woody that he'll set his laser from stun to kill. Woody is not reassured, however, given that the laser is just a lightbulb. This moment is made all the funnier when Woody then grabs Buzz and starts pushing the Karate Chop Action button in Buzz's backpack, yelling "back, get back you cannibals" at the malformed toys in Sid's bedroom.

11 "There's A Snake In My Boots!"

Toy Story

Along with being a dashing cowboy toy, Woody comes with a pull string that allows him to share some of his memorable catchphrases. While some of these lines, like "you're my favorite deputy", are wholesome and heartfelt, others have become memorable as Woody quotes because they're funny pseudo-parodies of dialogue from a spaghetti western.

While many quotes from Woody's voicebox like "someone's poisoned the water-hole" are fun throwbacks to the real-life shows Woody's roundup is loosely based on, the most memorable of his catchphrases has to be "there's a snake in my boots".

While many quotes from Woody's voicebox like "someone's poisoned the water-hole" are fun throwbacks to the real-life shows Woody's roundup is loosely based on, the most memorable of his catchphrases has to be "there's a snake in my boots". It seems like such a random phrase to include in a cowboy toy, but it's funny nonetheless. The phrase also points to the fact that Woody is a bit of an outdated toy, which adds to his insecurities when a new, cooler toy comes around.