Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) introduced Disney’s first princess, blending fairy tale magic with themes of resilience, kindness, and the triumph of innocence over envy.
These 25 quotes capture pivotal moments that define characters, drive the narrative, and underscore the film’s timeless message about inner beauty and compassion.
Magic Mirror on the wall, who is the fairest one of all?
Speaker: Queen Grimhilde
Context: The Queen’s obsession with beauty triggers the plot, establishing her vanity as the central conflict.
Lips red as the rose, hair black as ebony, skin white as snow
Speaker: Magic Mirror
Context: Introduces Snow White’s iconic appearance while sealing her fate as the Queen’s rival.
If you let me stay, I’ll keep house for you. I’ll wash and sew and sweep and cook
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Demonstrates her resourcefulness and desire to prove her worth to the dwarfs.
We’ll squeak up-ahem, sneak up. C’mon hen-er, men
Speaker: Doc
Context: Highlights Doc’s leadership flaws and comedic charm during the dwarfs’ cautious investigation.
Female! All females is poison! They’re full of wicked wiles!
Speaker: Grumpy
Context: Grumpy’s distrust foreshadows his eventual loyalty to Snow White.
I’m sure I’ll get along somehow. Everything’s going to be alright
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Embodies her unwavering optimism despite being exiled into the forest.
Take her far into the forest. Find some secluded glade where she can pick wildflowers
Speaker: Queen Grimhilde
Context: The Queen’s cold command reveals her calculated cruelty toward Snow White.
Now, turn red. Tempt Snow White to make her hunger for a bite
Speaker: Queen Grimhilde (as the Witch)
Context: Shows her manipulative genius in crafting the poisoned apple.
Bless the seven little men who have been so kind to me
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Her prayer underscores gratitude and innocence, contrasting with the Queen’s malice.
She’s mad! Jealous of you! She’ll stop at nothing!
Speaker: Huntsman
Context: The Huntsman’s warning humanizes him and heightens the stakes for Snow White.
How do you do?
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Her polite greeting to the dwarfs contrasts their gruffness, softening their hearts.
The heart of a pig! Then I’ve been tricked!
Speaker: Queen Grimhilde
Context: The Mirror’s revelation exposes her failure, escalating her rage.
We are standing by a wishing well. Make a wish into the well
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Foreshadows her romantic idealism and connection to the Prince.
Ya crazy fool! Fine time ya picked to sneeze!
Speaker: Grumpy
Context: Grumpy’s grumbling adds humor while showcasing group dynamics.
She’s beautiful, just like an angel
Speaker: Bashful
Context: Bashful’s admiration signals the dwarfs’ growing affection for Snow White.
Now, begin thy magic spell
Speaker: Queen Grimhilde
Context: Marks her transformation into the Witch, symbolizing moral decay.
I’d like to see anybody make me wash, if I didn’t wanna!
Speaker: Grumpy
Context: Comedic defiance that contrasts with later compliance, showing character growth.
What’s the matter? Cat got your tongue?
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Playful teasing reveals her ability to disarm the dwarfs’ suspicion.
You know the penalty if you fail
Speaker: Queen Grimhilde
Context: Establishes her tyrannical control over the Huntsman and court.
Alas, she is more fair than thee
Speaker: Magic Mirror
Context: The Mirror’s blunt truth-telling fuels the Queen’s destructive envy.
Sink’s empty. Hey, someone stole our dishes!
Speaker: Sneezy
Context: Adds levity while highlighting the dwarfs’ domestic chaos pre-Snow White.
I’ll take a chance for her
Speaker: Happy
Context: Reflects the dwarfs’ collective decision to trust Snow White.
And may my dreams come true. Amen
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Her hopeful bedtime prayer reinforces the film’s faith in goodness.
Then he will carry me away to his castle, where we will live happily ever after
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Reinforces fairy tale tropes while anchoring her romantic idealism.
Good-bye
Speaker: Snow White
Context: Her farewell kiss to each dwarf crystallizes their bond and her impact on them.
