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The Best 'Star Trek Into Darkness' Quotes, Ranked

"Star Trek Into Darkness" movie quotes bring the classic "Star Trek" franchise back into theaters for the 12th film in the science fiction series. The film, written by Roberto Orci, Alex Kurtzman and Damon Lindelof based off of the original series created by Gene Riddenberry, was directed by J.J. Abrams. "Star Trek Into Darkness" was released in the United States on on May 15, 2013, in 3D IMAX and later on May 17, 2013, in 2D.

In "Star Trek Into Darkness," the Enterprise and it's crew return for another action-filled adventure in space led by their captain, James T. Kirk (Chris Pine). Along with Commander Spock (Zachary Quinto), Chief Medical Officer Lieutenant Commander Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy (Karl Urban), Navigation Officer Lieutenant Hikaru Sulu (John Cho), Communications Officer Lieutenant Nyota Uhura (Zoe Saldana), Second Officer and Chief Engineer Lieutenant Commander Montgomery "Scotty" Scott (Simon Pegg) and Rea Admiral Christopher Pike (Bruce Greenwood), the ship follows a call to return home only to find the world in a state of crisis.

Someone in the Starfleet organization has turned against the others and set off a chain of events that could kill them all. Captain Kirk makes it his personal mission to take down those responsible, mainly rouge Starfleet agent John Harrison (Benedict Cumberbatch), who is on his own mission to destroy everyone in his path. Kirk faces Harrison in an epic battle to wipe out the evil forces while trying to keep his crew safe.

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Not An Ounce of Humility

Christopher Pike: "Do you know what a pain you are? You think the rules don't apply to you. There's greatness in you, but there's not an ounce of humility. You think that you can't make mistakes, but there's going to come a moment when you realize you're wrong about that, and you're going to get yourself and everyone under your command killed but I believe in you, Jim."

You Are a Pawn, Kirk

John Harrison: "You think you world is safe? It is an illusion. A comforting lie told to protect you. Enjoy these final moments of peace. For I have returned to have my vengeance. Is there anything you would not do for your family? Your are a pawn, Kirk. You can't even guarantee the safety of your own crew. Now, shall we begin?"

I Only Know What I Can Do

Spock: "Captain, I cannot allow you to do this!" Bones: "Jim, you're not actually going after this guy, are you?" James T. Kirk: "I have no idea what I'm supposed to do! I only know what I can do!"

I Am Better

John Harrison: "I am better." James T. Kirk: "At what?" John Harrison: "Everything"

I Will Make You Answer for What You Have Done

James T. Kirk: "I watched you murder innocent men and women! I will make you answer for what you've done!" John Harrison: "You have no idea what you've done. I will walk over your cold corpses."

There Has Got to Be An Exception

James T. Kirk: "Spock, nobody knows the rules better than you but there has got to be an exception!" Spock: "None, such action violates the Prime Directive." James T. Kirk: "Spock, we're talking about your life!"

Outnumbered, Outgunned

Nyota Uhura: "We're outnumbered, outgunned…" James T. Kirk: "So we come out shooting!"

Beginning of What?

James T. Kirk: "This could just be the beginning." Christopher Pike: "Beginning of what?" James T. Kirk: "All out war"

It Will Fit!

Spock: "Captain, this ship will not fit." James T. Kirk: "It will fit, will fit, will fit! … "See, I told you it would fit!" Spock: "I am not sure that qualifies."

Have I Got Your Attention Now?

John Harrison: "Your commanders have committed a crime I cannot forgive. None of you are safe. Have I got your attention now?"

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“- Sulu: You have two minutes to confirm your compliance. Refusal to do so will result in your obliteration. And If you test me, you will fail . - Bones: Mr. Sulu, remind me never to piss you off.” John Cho - Sulu Karl Urban - Bones

“It is true I chose not to feel anything upon realizing my own life was ending . As Admiral Pike was dying, I joined with his consciousness and experienced what he felt at the moment of his passing. Anger. Confusion. Loneliness . Fear. I had experiences those feelings before, multiplied exponentially on the day my planet was destroyed. Such a...” (continue) (continue reading) Zachary Quinto - Spock

“- James T. Kirk: Dr. Marcus, I'm glad you could be part of the family. - Carol Marcus: It's nice to have a family.” Chris Pine - James T. Kirk Alice Eve - Carol Marcus

“- James T. Kirk: The enemy of my enemy is my friend. - Spock: An Arabic proverb attributed to a prince who was betrayed and decapitated by his own subjects. - James T. Kirk: Well, still, it's a hell of a quote.” Chris Pine - James T. Kirk Zachary Quinto - Spock

“Do you know what a pain you are? You think the rules don't apply to you. There's greatness in you, but there's not an ounce of humility. You think that you can't make mistakes , but there's going to come a moment when you realize you're wrong about that, and you're going to get yourself and everyone under your command killed.” Bruce Greenwood - Pike

“If you think you are safe at warp, you're wrong.” Benedict Cumberbatch - Khan

“I have no idea what I'm supposed to do! I only know what I can do!” Chris Pine - James T. Kirk

“There will always be those who mean to do us harm. To stop them, we risk awakening the same evil within ourselves. Our first instinct is to seek revenge when those we love are taken from us. But that's not who we are...” Chris Pine - James T. Kirk

“Nobody knows the rules better than you, Spock, but sometimes exceptions have to be made!” Chris Pine - James T. Kirk

“- Pike: That's a technicality. - Spock: I am Vulcan, sir. We embrace technicality. - Christopher Pike: Are you giving me attitude, Spock? - Spock: I am expressing multiple attitudes simultaneously. To which are you referring?” Bruce Greenwood - Pike Zachary Quinto - Spock

“Do you have any idea how ridiculous it is to hide a starship on the bottom of the ocean ?” Simon Pegg - Scotty

“- Bones: Damn it, man, I'm a doctor, not a torpedo technician! - Spock: The fact that your are a doctor is precisely why I need you to listen very carefully.” Karl Urban - Bones Zachary Quinto - Spock

“I have made a vow never to give you information that could potentially alter your destiny. Your path is yours to walk , and yours alone.” Leonard Nimoy - Spock Prime

“I'm not exactly sure what you're looking for, but I have a feeling you'll know it when you see it.” Chris Pine - James T. Kirk

“You think you world is safe ? It is an illusion. A comforting lie told to protect you. Enjoy these final moments of peace. For I have returned to have my vengeance . So, shall we begin?” Benedict Cumberbatch - Khan

“Darkness is coming.” Benedict Cumberbatch - Khan

“Are you out of your cornfed mind?” Karl Urban - Bones

“- Spock: The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few. - James T. Kirk: Spock, we're talking about your life!” Zachary Quinto - Spock Chris Pine - James T. Kirk

“My crew is my family, Kirk. Is there anything you would not do for your family?” Benedict Cumberbatch - Khan

“- James T. Kirk: I'm scared, Spock... help me not to be... how do you choose not to feel? - Spock: I do not know. Right now, I am failing . - James T. Kirk: I wanted you to know why I couldn't let you die... why I went back for you... - Spock: Because you are my friend.” Chris Pine - James T. Kirk Zachary Quinto - Spock

“- James T. Kirk: When were you going to tell me that? - Spock: When it became relevant, as it just did.” Chris Pine - James T. Kirk Zachary Quinto - Spock

“Your suggestion that I do not care about dying is incorrect. A sentient being's optimal chance at maximizing their utility is a long and prosperous life.” Zachary Quinto - Spock

“- Bones: Don't agree with me, Spock, it makes me very uncomfortable. - Spock: Perhaps, you too should learn to govern your emotions , Doctor.” Karl Urban - Bones Zachary Quinto - Spock

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Star Trek Into Darkness

Star Trek Into Darkness ( Paramount Pictures , 2013 ) is the twelfth feature film based on the popular science fiction television series , Star Trek: The Original Series . The film takes place in an alternate time line, dealing with James T. Kirk and the USS Enterprise crew hunting down rogue Federation agent John Harrison.

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• There will always be those who mean to do us harm. To stop them, we risk awakening the same evil within ourselves. Our first instinct is to seek revenge when those we love are taken from us. But that's not who we are... When Christopher Pike first gave me his ship, he had me recite the Captain's Oath. Words I didn't appreciate at the time. But now I see them as a call for us to remember who we once were and who we must be again. And those words: Space, the final frontier. These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. Her five-year mission: to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no one has gone before.

John Harrison / Khan Noonien Singh [ edit ]

• You…you should have LET ME SLEEP! [crushes Admiral Marcus' skull]
• You think your world is safe? It is an illusion, a comforting lie told to protect you. Enjoy these final moments of peace, for I have returned, to have my vengeance.

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Star trek: the 10 best spock quotes.

Being a Vulcan, Mr. Spock is a creature of pure logic. These are the 10 best Spock quotes from Star Trek.

As the intrepid and highly logical first officer of the U.S.S. Enterprise, Spock is one of the most iconic characters in science-fiction history. With his trademark pointed ears and Vulcan love of logic, Spock was the perfect foil for the more emotionally-driven Captain Kirk on  Star Trek: The Original Series .

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The more fans came to know the green-blooded first officer, the more they came to love his unique take on things. Never one to shy away from a good quote, Spock often reminded those around him that their actions were highly illogical.

Irritating People

"may i say that i have not thoroughly enjoyed serving with humans i find their illogic and foolish emotions a constant irritant.".

Though crews eventually got more diverse as the franchise went on, for a time, Spock was the only Vulcan aboard the Enterprise. Therefore, the sole Vulcan had to deal with the full brunt of what he perceived to be humanity's weakest aspects.

He would eventually soften to man and their displays of emotion over time, but in the episode "Day of the Dove", Spock couldn't help but unleash all of his thoughts on humans. The most humorous thing about Spock's quote is that he is entirely correct, humans are illogical and emotional creatures, but that isn't necessarily a weakness.

Pain Don't Hurt

"humans do have an amazing capacity for believing what they choose and excluding that which is painful.".

While Spock often avoided emotions, in the infinitely re-watchable episode   "And the Children Shall Lead", he actually uses the children's emotions to save the day. Despite using it as a tool, Spock still has his doubts about the validity of human emotion, especially in the context of selective memory.

Ironically, much of the Vulcan mind training involves suppression of emotion which is very similar to the human desire to avoid painful subjects. Unlike humans though, Vulcans decide to cut any and all emotion out, as opposed to just the bad ones.

A Vulcan Insult

"if i were human, i believe my response would be 'go to hell'...if i were human.".

In one of Spock's most hilarious out-of-context quotes , he brushes off a bit of the human vernacular that he picked up while exploring Earth.  Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country  was the last go-around for the original crew, and the film was as hilarious as it was entertaining.

Showing that he has warmed somewhat to humanity, Spock lets the crew know exactly what he feels about their pursuers, even if it's out-of-character for him. Clearly the quote satisfied Spock's logic, and it shows that his time with humans wasn't entirely wasted.

Beauty And The Vulcan

"there is no reason that function should not be beautiful. in fact, beauty usually makes it more effective.".

Occasionally, the Vulcan desire for pure logic can actually lead to a beautiful result. While they are generally perceived as a cold, unfeeling people, the Vulcans aren't without their own views on art, and they have a rich culture.

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By tying their society so deeply with functionality, the Vulcans succeeded at melding beauty with practicality and even strive to find beauty in usefulness. Though they are not swayed by emotions, Spock still understands the importance of aesthetics in all things.

The Beginning And The End

"logic is the beginning of wisdom...not the end.".

Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country  gave Spock the opportunity to apply his superior Vulcan logic and intellect to a seemingly unsolvable whodunnit. With Kirk and Bone's lives on the line, Spock admits that the Vulcan logic has its limitations when it comes to problem solving.

Seemingly advocating for creativity, Spock channels his best Sherlock Holmes, and is willing to see beyond the constraints of his pure logic. Eventually, Spock is able to overcome the challenge through a combination of logic and creative thinking.

"I Object To You. I Object To Intellect Without Discipline. I Object To Power Without Constructive Purpose."

Their many adventures aboard the Starship Enterprise has put the crew in contact with many strange alien species, including those that would be considered omnipotent. "Squire of Gothos" found the crew trapped by an omnipotent alien , and yet they used their cunning to overcome him.

Despite Trelane's seeming invincibility, Spock refused to accept his superiority. As a Vulcan, Spock could not allow a power such as Trelane's to be wielded without a constraining logic to keep it in check. In the quote, Spock shows off a Vulcan trait that is often overlooked, his bravery.

The Violence Of Man

"you earth men have glorified violence for forty centuries, but you imprison those who employ it privately.".

Making a shocking statement about the prison system, the episode "Dagger of the Mind" sees the crew encounter a penal colony that wipes its prisoner's minds. Unable to comprehend the human capacity for violence, Spock unleashes a scathing critique of mankind.

Ever the one to focus on logic, Spock points out how illogical it is to use violence to punish those that are violent. Having moved past that part of their evolution, the Vulcan's abhor violence of any kind, and are not afraid to speak out against it.

Friendship Is Forever

"i have been, and always shall be, your friend.".

Coming as one of the most memorable quotes from  Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan , Spock perfectly summarizes his relationship with James Kirk. Though he was a subordinate when serving on the Enterprise, it is not lost on Spock that they were more than colleagues.

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The heartbreaking moment from the film is capped off by Spock, in a rare moment of near-emotion, saying goodbye to his greatest friend. Also, the quote stands as a reminder that, though someone may pass on, they always remain in the hearts of those that loved them.

Never Stop Striving

"it is the lot of 'man' to strive no mater how content he is.".

Even though he is a beloved character, Spock ultimate purpose is to act as a mirror for the human characters in the franchise. Spock's observations about humanity are meant to inform the viewer a little about themselves, and have them question what it means to be human.

Though the quote is neither a positive or negative, it can be taken as a compliment for mankind. Seen through the lens of his captain, Spock views humanity based on the fact that they are never content with anything, and constantly need to search for more fulfillment from the universe.

Meeting Needs

"the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few, or the one.".

Spock's sacrifice at the end of  Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan  is an act of pure logic from a being that honors that above all else. While any other character would shy away from such obvious self-destruction, Spock viewed his act as the only logical thing to do considering the situation.

The quote summarizes Spock's act later in the film and was meant as a lesson for Kirk, who he knew would undoubtably try to stop him. Though they are the best of friends, Spock and Kirk are polar opposites, and while Kirk can never accept a no-win situation, Spock sees his choice as a winning situation for the crew at large.

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" The first time I found you was in a dive like this. Remember that? You got your ass handed to you." "That's not what happened." "It was an epic beating." "No, it wasn't." "You had napkins hanging outta your nose." — Christopher Pike and James T. Kirk

"Do you know what a pain you are? You think the rules don't apply to you. There's greatness in you, but there's not an ounce of humility. You think that you can't make mistakes, but there's going to come a moment when you realize you're wrong about that, and you're going to get yourself and everyone under your command killed." — Christopher Pike

"There will always be those who mean to do us harm. To stop them, we risk awakening the same evil within ourselves. Our first instinct is to seek revenge when those we love are taken from us. But that’s not who we are... When Christopher Pike first gave me his ship, he had me recite the Captain’s Oath. Words I didn't appreciate at the time. But now I see them as a call for us to remember who we once were and who we must be again." — James T. Kirk

"As you know, I have made a vow never to give you information that could potentially alter your destiny. Your path is yours to walk, and yours alone. That being said, Khan Noonien Singh is the most dangerous adversary the Enterprise ever faced. He is brilliant, ruthless, and he will not hesitate to kill every single one of you. " — Spock Prime

(witheringly)"Captain?" — John Harrison (Khan) to Kirk, after the latter's efforts to enact some good old-fashioned justice on the former hardly leave a bruise.

"Well, Kirk... it seems apt to return you to your crew. After all, no ship should go down without her captain." —John Harrison (Khan)

"YOU SHOULD HAVE LET ME SLEEP. " — John Harrison (Khan) , moments before crushing Admiral Marcus's skull

"I'm scared, Spock. Help me not be. How do you choose not to feel?" — James T. Kirk

"Your crew requires oxygen to survive; mine does not. I will target your life support systems [...] and after every single person aboard your ship suffocates, I will walk over your cold corpses to recover my people. Now, shall we begin?" — John Harrison (Khan)

"The truth: that I believe in you. That if anybody deserves a second chance, it's Jim Kirk." — Christopher Pike

"Attention: John Harrison. This is Captain Hikaru Sulu of The USS Enterprise. A shuttle of highly trained officers is on its way to your location. If you do not surrender to them immediately, I will unleash the entire payload of advanced long-range torpedoes currently locked on to your location. You have two minutes to confirm your compliance. Refusal to do so will result in your obliteration. And If you test me, you will fail." — (Acting) Captain Hikaru Sulu. Not bad for a first time in command.

"Mr. Sulu, remind me to never piss you off." — Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy, in response to Sulu's above threat.

"You misunderstand. It is true I chose not to feel anything upon realizing my own life was ending. As Admiral Pike was dying, I joined with his consciousness and experienced what he felt at the moment of his passing. Anger. Confusion. Loneliness. Fear. I had experienced those feelings before, multiplied exponentially on the day my planet was destroyed. Such a feeling is something I choose never to experience again. Nyota, you mistake my choice not to feel as a reflection of my not caring. Well, I assure you, the truth is precisely the opposite." — Commander Spock to Nyota Uhura

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James T. Kirk : I watched you open fire in a room full of unarmed Starfleet officers. You killed them in cold blood.

Khan : Marcus took my crew from me!

James T. Kirk : You are a murderer!

Khan : He used my friends to control me. I tried to smuggle them to safety by concealing them in the very weapons I have designed. But I was discovered. I had no choice but to escape alone. And when I did, I had every reason to suspect that Marcus had killed every single one of the people I hold most dear. So I responded in kind. My crew is my family, Kirk. Is there anything you would not do for your family?

Khan : I'm going to make this very simple for you.

Spock : Captain!

Khan : Your crew for my crew.

Spock : You betrayed us.

Khan : Oh, you are smart, Mr. Spock.

James T. Kirk : Spock, don't...

[ Khan knocks him down ]

Khan : Mr. Spock, give me my crew.

Spock : What will you do when you get them?

Khan : Continue the work we were doing before we were banished.

Spock : Which as I understand it involves the mass-genocide of any being you find to be less than superior.

Khan : Shall I destroy you, Mr. Spock? Or will you give me what I want?

Spock : We have no transporter capabilities.

Khan : Fortunately, mine are perfectly functioning. Drop your shields.

Spock : If I do so I have no guarantee that you will not destroy the Enterprise.

Khan : Well, let's play this out logically then, Mr. Spock. Firstly, I will kill your captain to demonstrate my resolve, then if yours holds I will have no choice but to kill you and your entire crew.

Spock : If you destroy our ship, you will also destroy your own people.

Khan : Your crew requires oxygen to survive, mine does not. I will target your life support systems located behind the aft nacelle. And after every single person aboard your ship suffocates, I will walk over your cold corpses to recover my people. Now, shall we begin?

Spock : ...Lower shields.

Khan : A wise choice, Mr. Spock. I see all 72 torpedoes are still in their tubes. If they're not mine, Commander, I will know it.

Spock : Vulcans do not lie. The torpedoes are yours.

Khan : Thank you, Mr. Spock.

Spock : I have fulfilled your terms. Now fulfill mine.

Khan : Well Kirk, it seems apt to return you to your crew. After all, no ship should go down without her captain.

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Khan : Mr. Spock. The mind of the Enterprise. The fearless genius who ensures a calm force of intelligence guides their every mission. But look deeper and you will see an outsider who does not belong, a man of two worlds. This tears him apart, the constant battle between what he thinks and what he feels. What does he do? Does he follow his head, embracing logic and the path of reason? Or does he follow his heart, knowing the emotions he cannot control may destroy him? I will help him decide...

James T. Kirk : Why would a Starfleet admiral ask a three-hundred-year-old frozen man for help?

Khan : Because I am better.

James T. Kirk : At what?

Khan : Everything. Alexander Marcus needed to respond to an uncivilized threat in a civilized time, and for that, he needed a warrior's mind - my mind - to design weapons and warships.

Spock : You are suggesting the Admiral violated every regulation he vowed to uphold, simply because he wanted to exploit your intellect...

Khan : He wanted to exploit my savagery! Intellect alone is useless in a fight, Mr. Spock. You, you can't even break a rule - how can you be expected to break bone? Marcus used me to design weapons. I helped him realize his vision of a militarized Starfleet. He sent you to use those weapons, to fire my torpedoes on an unsuspecting planet, and then he purposely crippled your ship in enemy space, leading to one inevitable outcome: the Klingons would come searching for whoever was responsible, and you would have no chance of escape. Marcus would finally have the war he talked about, the war he always wanted.

James T. Kirk : Why is there a man in that torpedo?

Khan : There are men and women in all those torpedoes, Captain. I put them there.

James T. Kirk : Who the hell are you?

Khan : A remnant of a time long past. Genetically engineered to be superior so as to lead others to peace in a world at war. But we were condemned as criminals, forced into exile. For centuries we slept, hoping when we awoke things would be different. But as a result of the destruction of Vulcan your Starfleet begun to aggressively search distant quadrants of space. My ship was found adrift. I alone was revived.

James T. Kirk : I looked up John Harrison. Until a year ago he didn't exist.

Khan : John Harrison was a fiction created the moment I was awoken by your Admiral Marcus to help him advance his cause, a smokescreen to conceal my true identity. My name is... KHAN.

Khan : You think you world is safe? It is an illusion. A comforting lie told to protect you. Enjoy these final moments of peace. For I have returned to have my vengeance. So, shall we begin?

Khan : My crew is my family, Kirk. Is there anything you would not do for your family?

Khan : Your are a pawn, Kirk. You can't even guarantee the safety of your own crew. Now, shall we begin?

Khan : [ to Carol ] If you think you are safe at warp, you're wrong.

Khan : Darkness is coming.

Khan : I can save her.

Thomas Harewood : What did you say?

Khan : Your daughter. I can save her.

Thomas Harewood : Who are you?

Khan : Your commanders have committed a crime I cannot forgive. None of you are safe. Have I got your attention now?

Khan : Set destination: Starfleet Headquarters!

James T. Kirk : Tell me everything you know about that ship.

Khan : Dreadnought class. Two times the size, three times the speed. Advanced weaponry. Modified for a minimal crew. Unlike most Federation vessels, it's built solely for combat.

James T. Kirk : I will do everything I can to make you answer for what you did. But right now I need your help.

James T. Kirk : Let me explain what's happening here: you are a criminal! I watched you murder innocent men and women! I was authorized to *end* you! And the only reason why you are still alive is because I am allowing it. So *shut your mouth*!

Khan : Captain, are you going to punch me again, over and over, until your arm weakens... clearly you want to. So tell me, why did you allow me to live?

James T. Kirk : We all make mistakes.

Khan : I surrendered to you because, despite your attempt to convince me otherwise, you seem to have a conscience, Mr. Kirk. If you did not, then it would be impossible for me to convince you of the truth. 23174611. Coordinates not far from Earth. If you want to know why I did what I did, go and take a look.

James T. Kirk : Give me one reason why I should listen to you.

Khan : I can give you 72. And they're on board your ship, Captain. They have been, all along.

Khan : [ to Marcus ] You should have let me sleep!

[ crushes his skull ]

[ Terrell disobeys Khan's order to kill Kirk, who taunts Khan over the communicator ]

Kirk : Khan, you bloodsucker! You're going to have to do your own dirty work now! Do you hear me? Do you?

Khan : Kirk? Kirk, you're still alive, my old friend?

Kirk : Still, "old friend"! You've managed to kill just about everyone else, but like a poor marksman, you keep missing the target!

Khan : Perhaps I no longer need to try, Admiral.

David Marcus : Oh, no! Let go! He can't take it...!

[ Khan beams the Genesis device away ]

Kirk : Khan... Khan, you've got Genesis, but you don't have me. You were going to kill me, Khan. You're going to have to come down here. You're going to have to come down here!

Khan : I've done far worse than kill you. I've hurt you. And I wish to go on hurting you. I shall leave you as you left me, as you left her; marooned for all eternity in the center of a dead planet... buried alive! Buried alive...!

Kirk : KHAAANNNN!

Khan : [ quoting from Melville's Moby Dick ] To the last, I will grapple with thee... from Hell's heart, I stab at thee! For hate's sake, I spit my last breath at thee!

Joachim : We're all with you, sir. But, consider this. We are free. We have a ship, and the means to go where we will. We have escaped permanent exile on Ceti Alpha V. You have defeated the plans of Admiral Kirk. You do not need to defeat him again.

Khan : [ paraphrase from Melville's Moby Dick ] He tasks me. He tasks me and I shall have him! I'll chase him 'round the moons of Nibia and 'round the Antares Maelstrom and 'round perdition's flames before I give him up!

Joachim : They're still running with shields down.

Khan : Of course! We are one big, happy fleet! Ah, Kirk, my old friend, do you know the Klingon proverb that tells us revenge is a dish that is best served cold?

Khan : It is very cold in space!

Kirk : [ hailing Khan ] This is Admiral Kirk. We tried it once your way, Khan, are you game for a rematch? Khan, I'm laughing at the "superior intellect."

Khan : Full impulse power!

Joachim : No, sir! You have Genesis! You can have whatever...

Khan : [ grabs Joachim in anger ] FULL POWER! DAMN YOU!

Khan : Captain, Captain, Captain... save your strength. These people have sworn to live and die at my command two hundred years before you were born. Do you mean he never told you the tale? To amuse your Captain, no? Never told you how the Enterprise picked up the Botany Bay, lost in space from the year 1996 with myself and the ship's company in cryogenic freeze?

Capt. Terrell : I never even met Admiral Kirk.

Khan : 'Admiral?' 'Admiral!' 'Admiral'... Never told you how 'Admiral' Kirk sent seventy of us into exile in this barren sandheap with only the contents of these cargo bays to sustain us?

Chekov : You lie! On Ceti Alpha Five there was life! A fair chance...

Khan : [ shouts ] THIS IS CETI ALPHA FIVE! Ceti Alpha Six exploded six months after we were left here. The shock shifted the orbit of this planet and everything was laid waste. 'Admiral' Kirk never bothered to check on our progress. It was only the fact of my genetically-engineered intellect that allowed us to survive. On Earth, two hundred years ago, I was a prince with power over millions...

Chekov : Captain Kirk was your host. You repaid his hospitality by trying to steal his ship and murder him!

[ Khan, about to put Ceti Eels in Terrell and Chekov's ears ]

Khan : You see, their young enter through the ears and wrap themselves around the cerebral cortex. This has the effect of rendering the victim extremely susceptible to suggestion. Later, as they grow, follows madness and death.

Chekov : Khan, listen to me...

Khan : These are pets, of course. Not quite domesticated.

Khan : [ holds the dying Joachim ] Joachim?

Joachim : Yours... is... superior...

Khan : I shall avenge you.

Khan : Let them eat static.

Joachim : [ Enterprise is running with shields down ] They still haven't raised their shields.

Khan : Raise ours.

[ Joachim raises shields ]

Spock : Their shields are going up.

Khan : Lock phasers on target.

Joachim : [ looks at targeting computer ] Locking phasers on target.

Spock : They're locking phasers.

Kirk : Raise shields!

Khan : Fire!

[ Joachim fires phasers ]

Khan : Surely, I have made my meaning plain. I mean to avenge myself upon you, Admiral. I deprived your ship of power, and when I swing around, I mean to deprive you of your life.

[ Kirk remotely commands Reliant's shields to drop ]

Joachim : Our shields are dropping.

Khan : Then raise them!

Joachim : [ pounds fists on console ] I can't!

Khan : The override. Where's the override?

[ Khan discovers the Enterprise and realizes it isn't as badly damaged as he thought ]

Khan : There she is! There she is! Ah... not so wounded as we were led to believe. So much the better!

Captain Terrell : Sir, I demand...

Khan : You are in a position to demand *nothing*. I, on the other hand, am in a position to *grant* nothing.

Kirk : Khan!

Khan : You still remember, Admiral. I cannot help but be touched. I, of course, remember you.

Kirk : Khan, how do I know you'll keep your word?

Khan : Oh, I've given you no word to keep, Admiral. In my judgment, you simply have no alternative.

Khan : I know you. You are the brother... How perfect. I will send you to hell... to join your brother!

Jake Donahue : I've been there... for 10 years! AAAHHHH!

Khan : Mr. Fletcher, I have Sophie here for you.

Alex Fletcher : Well, that sounds like fun. Who is she?

Khan : She says she's here to do your plants.

Alex Fletcher : No, tell her Jane does my plants.

Khan : She says it will only take five minutes and this is a good time for her.

Alex Fletcher : It seems she cannot be stopped. Send her up.

Khan : You are very successful.

Jake Gittes : Oh, I can't complain.

Khan : Does that mean you are happy?

Jake Gittes : Who can answer that question off the top of their head?

Khan : Anyone who's happy.

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Star Trek: Spock's 15 Best Quotes, Ranked

Spock is one of the most notable figures within the Star Trek franchise, and his philosophy on life and logic brings timeless wisdom to all.

Gene Roddenberry's Star Trek : The Original Series introduced excited science-fiction fans to the iconic duo Spock and Kirk . Often at odds with one another because of how vastly their point of view differed, Spock's logic paired well with Kirk's impetuous nature, provoking thoughtful commentary and hilarious banter. There was a definite sense of balance between them, with each man poised at opposite sides of the spectrum, but they almost always found common ground when necessary.

Leonard Nimoy's portrayal of the half-human, half-Vulcan was iconic. Spock paved the way for the creation of numerous characters as the Star Trek franchise began to expand. His influence over the development of the android artificial intelligence Data (Brent Spiner) in The Next Generation is clear in Data's curiosity about human nature. He can be seen also be seen in Voyager 's holo-physician, The Doctor (Robert Picardo), who employed an acerbic bedside manner and logic for problem-solving the crew sometimes lacked. Deep Space 9 's changeling Chief of Security, Odo (Rene Aubergenois), carried himself with a similar sense of rigidity. While each of them shared personality traits with Spock, one of the most prominent similarities they shared was the perspective of an outsider--always viewing humanity, judging and trying to understand its nature.

With Leonard Nimoy's passing, his legacy as Spock carries on through actors like Zachary Quinto and Ethan Peck. Quinto gave voice to Vulcan logic in the Star Trek reboot films directed by J.J. Abrams, while Peck portrays young Spock in Discovery and Strange New Worlds . Nimoy set the foundation, establishing an unforgettable character who spoke volumes on the nature of humanity over the years.

Spock's unique view on life, humanity, and most especially his fellow crew mates sometimes led to strained relationships. Therein lay his deepest observations and wittiest banter. Spock fought hard to deny the human side of his nature, and all too often his read on the people around him only furthered his desire to forget that despite being raised on Vulcan, he was still part-human himself.

15 "It is more rational to sacrifice one life than six, Doctor."

Logic and rationale were at the forefront of everything Spock adhered to, which often made it hard for the people around him to relate. It was easy for him to make judgment calls that would give others pause as they weighed it all out because in his mind the right answer was always the logical one. Even when it came to having to sacrifice lives, he was quick to point out something that would become a standard Star Trek philosophy: the needs of the many far outweigh the needs of the few or the one.

It is a logical observation, to be sure, but in the 1967 episode "The Galileo 7," Dr. McCoy can't wrap his head around Spock's rational response. What McCoy more than likely struggled with was how quick and easy it was for Spock to decide another's fate, even it was rational.

14 "I am frequently appalled by the low regard you Earthmen have for life."

In that same 1967 episode that provoked Spock's quick reaction to saving the many over the one, he also made note of how appalling he found the human disregard for life itself. This prompted an eventual debate about their responsibility to weigh all components before making rash judgments and decisions when his crewmates Gaetano and Boma suggest destroying the antropoids that have stranded them. This episode provided a lot of insight into how the people Spock worked with every day viewed him. They found his cold rationale to be unnerving, but in the end, he made the most sound decisions to display his respect for life as a whole.

13 "Evil does seem to maintain power by suppressing the truth."

When Spock and the crew bring a group of children suffering from amnesia aboard the Enterprise in Season 3, Episode 4, "And the Children Shall Lead," McCoy discovers that they've all blocked out the details of specific events, including what happened to their parents. While trying to make sense of not only what happened, but why those specific memories were wiped, Spock recognizes evil's inclination to avoid outright lying by withholding information entirely. So long as those they wish to control don't know all the facts, they will go on believing whatever they are told.

After the children become possessed by the dark spirit that destroyed their lives, Spock shows them footage of what really happened. Learning the truth broke the entity's hold over them, allowing them to finally grieve for what they'd lost. This is definitely a piece of wisdom that carries over into the world, encouraging everyone to seek the truth and find the facts before committing to another's beliefs or will.

12 "Vulcans never bluff."

In the 1966 episode " The Doomsday Machine ," Spock finds himself pushed out of the command position Kirk left him in when he refuses to attack a massive planet killer. Decker, the man who took over, eventually provoked Spock's ire after Kirk found out what was going on. Insisting that Decker step down, he challenges Spock's authority and accuses him of bluffing. Spock's claim that Vulcans don't bluff may be somewhat exaggerated, but their reputation for keeping a cool head in the face of adversity certainly makes his words believable. There's a chance he was bluffing, but how would one actually know?

11 "...The female capacity to avoid a direct answer to any question."

The 1960s were a much different time, but Star Trek did attempt to at least given women equal opportunities aboard the Enterprise. On the other hand, the show often portrayed them in a narrow minded light. Like Spock noting his failure to understand why it was so hard for women to directly answer a question when asked. At the time, a joke like that might be easily overlooked as just women and those pesky feminine wiles of theirs. Today it wouldn't stand. Spock may have been half-Vulcan, but his half-human side didn't always prevent him from adopting a poor view on females.

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10 "Captain, you almost make me believe in luck."

Luck is entirely illogical, according to Spock. Those who put their stock in luck are asking to be let down, but Captain Kirk's quick wit and ability to find his way out of a tight spot are often inspired. Even Spock can't help but admire the captain, confessing that the ease with which he solves a major problem in Season 1, Episode 23, "A Taste of Armageddon," is almost enough to make him believe in the possibility of luck itself.

9 "If I were human, I believe my response would be 'Go to hell'."

In Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country , Spock finds himself questioning whether age has made him and Kirk too rigid and set in their ways to be useful. When Uhura tells him that they are to return the Enterprise to dock, so she can be decommissioned, he lets himself give in to his human side by telling authority to go to hell. Even after all those years out there among the stars, Spock still struggled to accept that a part of him was human, clinging almost desperately to his Vulcan half. This rare moment in which he relents is proof enough that neither he nor Kirk are too old to keep going as long as it takes.

8 "Logic is the beginning of wisdom. Not the end."

Another bit of wisdom from the 1991 film, The Undiscovered Country , Spock finds himself face to face with his own Vulcan apprentice, Valeris, who turns out to be an assassin working against the Enterprise. Much of the original Star Trek saw Starfleet in constant, tense negotiations with the Klingons. Given their nature, Valeris didn't believe peace with them to be logical, and given the Klingon nature, perhaps her viewpoint was logical. But as Spock pointed out, logic is just the beginning when it comes to making wise decisions. One can't rely on that alone to determine outcomes.

7 "It is the lot of man to strive, no matter how content he is."

Even in the proposed future, with humankind out gallivanting among the stars, Spock observes their ever-present sense of ambition. No matter how far humanity comes, or how much they achieve, there is a constant push to do more, receive more, and strive for more. Perhaps slowing down and taking stock in one's contentment would grant a new perspective, one in which they don't need to strive ever onward, but it's hard to imagine. Humanity reached for the stars and grasped onto them, but there must be more and they will find it.

6 "The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few."

As mentioned previously, this philosophy became a focal point for Star Trek as a whole. No matter where the journey takes a crew, they will always face situations that require this reminder. The number of people out there among the stars who are perfectly content to destroy an entire world or system to save just one person is greater than one might imagine. The idea of losing a single loved one is painful, but setting aside that pain and embracing logic has the power to preserve the continued growth and expansion of life overall.

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5 "Insufficient facts always invite danger."

Kirk didn't become captain because he was impetuous, but he did have a tendency to charge in first and ask questions later. Fortunately, he had Spock by his side to remind him to take care. Charging into a situation without all the facts is dangerous. While Kirk may like to laugh in the face of danger, it's definitely been a source of trouble for him throughout his career. It likely would have been a lot worse if not for Spock.

4 "Men sometimes see exactly what they wish to see."

In the most critical moments, it's far too easy to overlook what's right there and see what one wants instead. How often did Spock see only what he wanted to see? Perhaps while looking in the mirror, seeing only the Vulcan side of himself, ignoring the human.

Despite his wise observations on human nature, Spock had flaws of his own. It would be easy for him to see his humanity reflected in his faults, but a good many of them boiled down to his Vulcan nature. It would be difficult, if not impossible, for him to ever admit that.

3 "It is curious how often you humans manage to obtain..."

Spock isn't the only living being to observe how often humans wind up getting exactly what they don't want. He noted how curious it seemed, "How often you humans manage to obtain that which you do not want." It goes hand in hand with humanity's lot in life to strive. In some ways, it's an afterthought on being "careful what you wish for," though it's likely Spock would note that wishes had nothing to do with the outcome.

2 "One man cannot summon the future..."

Mankind spends a lot of time thinking about the future, wishing it would hurry up and start happening now. But that's as illogical as it is impossible. While there are definitely some parallels between Vulcan logic and Zen philosophy, Spock's advice is about as Zen as it comes. "One man cannot summon the future, but one man can change the present." If things aren't going the way one wants, looking to the future won't make change happen. Focusing on the moment, the now, is the only way to provoke the changes one wants to see in their life.

1 "Live long and prosper."

Of the many logical and wise things Spock said over his many years in Starfleet, the one he remains most remembered for are the words spoken with the Vulcan salute. Hand raised, middle and ring fingers parted in a V, it almost always accompanied the words, "Live long and prosper." Translated into Vulcan, the phrase, " dif-tor heh smusma ," is often coupled with the words, "peace and long life".

It wasn't Spock, or even Leonard Nimoy, who originally coined the phrase. The inspiration came from a number of places, including an old Egyptian blessing, the Bible, William Shakespeare, and Stephen Crane. These days, when people hear those words the first person who comes to mind is Spock, and given the impact his character has had on generations of Trekkies, chances are that isn't going to change anytime soon.

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James Kirk:  “If Spock were here and I were there, what would he do?”

Bones:  “He’d let you die.”

Spock:  “The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.”

Spock:  “You violated the prime directive.”

James Kirk:  “Oh come on, Spock!  They saw us.  Big deal.”

Pike:  “Are you giving me attitude, Spock?”

Spock:  “I’m expressing multiple attitudes simultaneously.  To which are you referring?”

Pike:  “You think you’re infallible, that rules don’t apply to you.  What’s worse, you’re counting on blind luck and attributing it to God.  You don’t comply with the rules.  You don’t listen to anything and you don’t respect the chair.”

Pike:  Do you know what a pain you are? You think the rules don’t apply to you. There’s greatness in you, but there’s not an ounce of humility. You think that you can’t make mistakes, but there’s going to come a moment when you realize you’re wrong about that, and you’re going to get yourself and everyone under your command killed.

Kirk:  “That was a good fight.”

Pike:  “A good fight?…That’s your problem right there.”

Kirk to Spock :  “I’m not going to take ethical lessons from a robot.”

Kirk:  “Sometimes I want to rip the bangs off his head.”

Bones:  “Jim, you’re not going down there are you?  You don’t rob a bank when your getaway car has a flat tire.”

Bones:  “You just sat that man down in a high stakes poker game with no cards and told him to bluff.  That man’s no captain.”

Uhura:  “You didn’t feel anything Spock; you didn’t care.”

Spock tells the story of watching the death and destruction of his family and planet, and how he resolved not to feel like that again.  “You mistake my choice not to feel as a reflection of my not caring, while I assure you it was precisely the opposite.”

“I told you we’d fix it.”

“I’m not sure that qualifies.”

“We’re outnumbered, outgunned.  There’s no chance we survive if we gun them for it.”

Khan:  “He wanted to exploit my savagery.”

“You can’t even break a rule, Mr. Spock.  How could you be expected to break bone?”

Kirk:  “Enemy of my enemy is my friend.”

Spock:  “An Arabic proverb attributed to a prince who was betrayed and decapitated by his own subjects.”

Kirk:  “Well, still it’s a h*** of a quote.”

Bones:  “Tell me this is going to work.”

Spock:  “I have neither the information nor the confidence to do so.

Bones:  “Boy, you’re a real comfort.”

Bones:  “D***it man— I’m a Doctor, not a torpedo technician!”

Scotty:   “I thought he was helping us?”

Kirk:  “I’m pretty sure we’re helping him.”

Kirk:  “It’s a miracle!”

Spock:  “There are no such things.”

Kirk:  “You used what he wanted against him.  Nice move!”

Spock:  “It is what you would have done.”

Kirk:  “And this – this is what you would have done.  It’s only logical.”

Kirk:  “I’m scared, Spock.  How do you not be?  How do you choose not to feel?”

Kirk:  “There will always be those who mean to do us harm. To stop them, we risk awakening the same evil within ourselves. Our first instinct is to seek revenge when those we love are taken from us. But that’s not who we are… When Christopher Pike first gave me his ship, he had me recite the Captain’s Oath. Words I didn’t appreciate at the time. But now I see them as a call for us to remember who we once were and who we must be again.”

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Spock Prime : Mr. Spock.

Spock : I will be brief. In your travels, did you ever encounter a man named Khan?

Spock Prime : As you know, I have made a vow never to give you information that could potentially alter your destiny. Your path is yours to walk, and yours alone. That being said, Khan Noonien Singh is the most dangerous adversary the Enterprise ever faced. He is brilliant, ruthless and he will not hesitate to kill every single one of you.

Spock : Did you defeat him?

Spock Prime : At great cost, yes.

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Spock Prime : ...he will not hesitate to kill every single one of you.

Spock : How?

Spock Prime : We took a hammer...

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J.J. Abrams' 2013 film "Star Trek Into Darkness" was a parallel universe retread of Nicholas Meyer's 1982 film "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan." In Abrams' movie, the central villain, Khan Noonien Singh, was played by Benedict Cumberbatch, while in Meyer's film, Khan was played by Ricardo Montalbán. Both films feature the death of Kirk and/or Spock, and both films feature the survivor yelling "Khaaaaan!" The plots of the films differ, however, as Khan remains the central villain of the 1982 film, while he was supplanted by a vengeful Admiral Marcus (Peter Weller) in "Into Darkness."

Both films also feature Dr. Carol Marcus, a paramour of Captain Kirk (Chris Pine in "Into Darkness" and William Shatner in "Wrath of Khan"). In "Star Trek Into Darkness," Dr. Marcus was played by Alice Eve, taking over for Bibi Besch in "Wrath of Khan." Because the characters in "Into Darkness" are younger than they were in "Wrath of Khan," Kirk and Dr. Marcus don't yet have their son, David. Dr. Marcus was also transformed from a benevolent scientist into a Starfleet officer proficient in weapons technology.

Eve was happy to audition for the role of Carol Marcus, although it seems her audition was a wonderful yet harrowing experience. During  a Build Series interview in 2019 , Eve revealed that she received the call to play Dr. Marcus while she was driving in her car and that she had to pull over. When it came time to actually audition, however, Eve said she was heavily directed by Abrams, explaining that she had to read certain sections over and over and over again.

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Getting The Call

Eve said that she received a frantic call from her agent revealing that Abrams was about to call. Sure enough, two minutes later, Abrams called her directly. Eve knew that "Star Trek" was a big deal and safely pulled her car off the road to talk to him. The next step was the audition and boy, did it seem difficult. According to Eve:

"I must have done it 17 times in a row in the room with J.J. Like, various different ways. I was heavily auditioned for that role, yeah. But [I] really enjoyed auditioning for him. Sometimes it's not fun to audition, but with J.J it felt a little bit more like a workshop and a work in progress rather than a test. [...H]e's always doing that and he's very amenable. And so in the middle of it, if I didn't like it, I'd be like, 'No, no, I want to go again.' 'Yeah, yeah, go again! Yeah, yeah, yeah, go again! Yeah, yeah, yeah.' It was very kind of [inter]active, the process."

The Dr. Marcus in "Into Darkness," as noted, is a wholly different character from the one seen in "Wrath of Khan," so Abrams and Eve were able to, essentially, create her from scratch. This also allowed Dr. Marcus' father to play a major part in the film despite not being mentioned in "Wrath of Khan."

Sadly, just as Carol Marcus didn't appear in "Star Trek III: The Search for Spock," nor did she appear in the "Into Darkness" sequel "Star Trek Beyond." A pity; Eve did an exemplary job in the role, even if it was only a small one.

The Underwear Controversy

There was some controversy to the Dr. Marcus character as she was depicted in "Into Darkness," specifically in a scene wherein she had to change uniforms in Kirk's presence, with the camera being careful to catch a glimpse of her in her underthings. (Strangely, it seems brassiere technology won't change much from the 21st to the 23rd centuries.) The shot was clearly included for mere titillation's sake, and there was criticism of it upon the release of "Into Darkness." Abrams admitted he understood the criticism, and co-writer/producer Damon Lindelof even apologized for it . 

Eve, however, did not feel exploited in any way, and she was happy to shoot the underwear scene. Speaking to Inverse in 2021 , she explained:

"It was something I voluntarily worked with a trainer to be fit for, was very much prepared for, and very much enjoyed [doing] — filming, executing, promoting. [...] The feeling I shouldn't have done it, or that it was exploitation, was confusing to me. [...] There are many things in the world that are confusing. I put it down to one of those anomalies. I'm proud of that scene, and all the work I did." 

Despite the cheesecake moment, Dr. Marcus was still presented in "Into Darkness" as expert, professional, and capable. She's not hung up on Kirk and doesn't define herself by her relationship with a man. "Sci-fi is cool because it shows powerful women," Eve said.  " They're working for their passion." Dr. Marcus was, to her, a powerful woman whom she got to workshop with her director. There was, it seems, nothing to regret.

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Nyota Uhura: At that volcano, you didn't give a thought to us. What it would do to me if you died, Spock. You didn't feel anything. You didn't care. And I'm not the only one who's upset with you. The Captain is, too.

James T. Kirk: No, no, no. Don't drag me into this. She is right.

Spock: Your suggestion that I do not care about dying is incorrect. A sentient being's optimal chance at maximizing their utility is a long and prosperous life.

Nyota Uhura: Great.

James T. Kirk: Not exactly a love song, Spock.

Spock: You misunderstand. It is true I chose not to feel anything upon realizing my own life was ending. As Admiral Pike was dying, I joined with his consciousness and experienced what he felt at the moment of his passing. Anger. Confusion. Loneliness. Fear. I had experiences those feelings before, multiplied exponentially on the day my planet was destroyed. Such a feeling is something I choose never to experience again. Nyota, you mistake my choice not to feel as a reflection of my not caring. Well, I assure you, the truth is precisely the opposite.

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