“101 Dalmatians: The Series” follows the adventures of Pongo, Perdita, and their spotted puppies as they navigate life in London and the countryside. The show emphasizes themes of family loyalty, courage against adversity, and the comedic clash between the Dalmatians’ warmth and Cruella de Vil’s vanity-driven schemes.
This curated list captures 25 pivotal quotes that define character growth and the series’ core spirit.
My only true love, darling. I live for furs. I worship furs!
Film: Cruella’s Introduction
Cruella De Vil
Establishes her obsessive materialism and sets the foundation for her villainous motives throughout the series.
Like many other much-loved humans, they believed that they owned their dogs, instead of realizing that their dogs owned them
Book: Chapter 1
Narrator
Highlights the series’ theme of mutual devotion between pets and owners, framing the Dalmatians’ perspective.
At first you think Cruella is a devil, but after time has worn away the shock, you come to realize you’ve seen her kind of eyes watching you from underneath a rock
Film: “Cruella De Vil” Song Sequence
Roger Radcliffe
Demonstrates Roger’s growth from fear to defiance, using humor to undermine Cruella’s intimidation.
She’s mean enough to scare the spots off a pup!
Book: Chapter 3
Missis
Captures the puppies’ innocent fear of Cruella, emphasizing her menacing presence in their lives.
Congratulations. You’ve just won gold, silver, and bronze in the morons Olympics!
Film: Horace and Jasper’s Blunder
Cruella De Vil
Showcases her contempt for incompetence, driving comedic tension with her henchmen.
Your pain and anger will pass, but the guilt would remain with you for always
Book: Chapter 7
Pongo
Reveals Pongo’s wisdom as a parent, teaching resilience after perilous encounters.
Oh, the devil take it, they’re mongrels! No spots! No spots at all! What a horrid little white rat!
Film: First Puppy Inspection
Cruella De Vil
Exposes her shallow obsession with appearance, contrasting the puppies’ inherent worth.
We’re getting plenty of bootle. I’ve got the nog for this job!
Film: Theft Planning
Jasper Badun
Highlights the henchmen’s bumbling greed, adding levity to high-stakes situations.
I’m so hungry I could eat… a whole elephant
Film: Thunderbolt Adventure
Rolly
Illustrates puppy innocence during escapades, balancing tension with humor.
Any cat can make a house seem haunted
Book: Chapter 5
Narrator
Subtly nods to the series’ playful supernatural elements during the puppies’ explorations.
Not one shilling until the job is done! Understand?
Film: Dognapping Ultimatum
Cruella De Vil
Demonstrates her ruthless control over minions, escalating conflict in theft arcs.
Poor little things. I’m gonna cut you off, then cut you up!
Film: Fur Farm Threat
Cruella De Vil
Chillingly underscores her villainy, raising stakes for the puppies’ survival.
He’s even better than Dad. No dog’s better than Dad
Film: Thunderbolt Episode
Patch and Penny
Shows sibling dynamics and admiration for Pongo’s heroism during adventures.
But Missis didn’t have just one puppy. Or two. Or three. She had fifteen!
Book: Chapter 4
Narrator
Celebrates the family’s expansion, foundational to the series’ focus on unity.
We want to see ‘What’s My Crime?’
Film: Henchmen’s Distraction
Horace Badun
Adds dark comedy through the henchmen’s absurd priorities during crises.
Your pain and anger will pass, but the guilt would remain
Book: Peril Aftermath
Missis
Advises forgiveness after conflicts, reinforcing the show’s moral backbone.
You’re fired, finished! You’ll never work in fashion again!
Film: Anita’s Defiance
Cruella De Vil
Reveals her spite when challenged, highlighting Anita’s courage to protect family.
After all, is there a woman in all this wretched world who doesn’t?
Film: Fur Monologue
Cruella De Vil
Satirizes vanity, anchoring her as a timeless symbol of greed.
The caravans bark but the dogs move on
Book: Journey Chapter
Narrator
Metaphor for perseverance during the puppies’ rescue mission.
I’m through with all of you! I’ll get even!
Film: Defeat Rage
Cruella De Vil
Fuels recurring vendettas, driving the series’ ongoing conflict.
Do you want another cup of marriage, uh, tea?
Film: Roger’s Flustered Offer
Roger Radcliffe
Adds domestic humor, humanizing the pets’ owners amid chaos.
We’d best send the word along. It be up to me to reach the Colonel!
Film: Twilight Bark
Towser
Showcases canine solidarity, pivotal to the show’s communication plots.
They would make an enchanting fur coat
Book: Cruella’s Whisper
Cruella De Vil
Distills her objectification of life, contrasting the Dalmatians’ empathy.
Shh! Let’s just wait and see
Film: Pongo’s Vigilance
Pongo
Encapsulates his protective leadership during the puppies’ adventures.
I don’t care how you kill the little beasts, but DO IT!
Film: Cruella’s Command
Cruella De Vil
Peak villainy moment, raising tension in rescue arcs and showcasing her moral void.
