The captivating world of the Wild West was brought to life by the classic 1993 Western film, Tombstone. This legendary movie, directed by George P. Cosmatos and featuring an all-star cast including Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer, and Sam Elliott, tells the story of lawman Wyatt Earp and his infamous showdown with outlaws at the O.K. Corral.
Not only did Tombstone give us a dramatic portrayal of the Old West, but it also gifted us with an array of unforgettable quotes that have stood the test of time. In this article, we’ll be revisiting some of the most iconic lines from Tombstone, which continue to resonate with fans and encapsulate the essence of the Wild West.
So, saddle up and get ready to relive the film’s most memorable moments through these timeless quotes.
Wyatt Earp Quotes in Tombstone
I said throw down, boy!
Wyatt Earp
Tell em the law’s coming. You tell em I’m coming, and hell’s coming with me!
Wyatt Earp
You called down the thunder, well now you’ve got it.
Wyatt Earp
You gonna do somethin’ or just stand there and bleed?
Wyatt Earp
You called down the thunder, well now you’ve got it.
Wyatt Earp
I told you we weren’t getting involved.
Wyatt Earp
I just want to let you know, you’re sittin’ in my chair.
Wyatt Earp
Skin that smoke wagon and see what happens.
Wyatt Earp
I don’t think I’ll let you arrest us today, Behan.
Wyatt Earp
I spent my whole life not knowing what I want out of it, just chasing my tail. Now, for the first time, I know exactly what I want and who. That’s the damnable misery of it.
Wyatt Earp
In all that time workin’ those cow towns, I was only ever mixed up in one shootin’, just one! But a man lost his life, and I took it. You don’t know how that feels and believe me, boy, you don’t ever want to know. Not ever!
Wyatt Earp
Fight’s commenced! Get to fightin’ or get away.
Wyatt Earp
You die first, get it? Your friends might get me in a rush, but not before I make your head into a canoe, you understand me?
Doc Holiday Quotes in Tombstone
There’s no normal life, Wyatt, it’s just life. Get on with it.
Doc Holliday
You’re a daisy if you do.
Doc Holliday
It appears my hypocrisy knows no bounds.
Doc Holliday
It seems poker just ain’t your game! I know… How about a spelling contest?
Doc Holliday
Forgive me if I don’t shake hands.
Doc Holliday
Doc: “Look, darling, Johnny Ringo. The deadliest pistoleer since Wild Bill, they say. What do you think, darling? Should I hate him?”
Big Nose Kate: “You don’t even know him.” Doc: “Yes, but there’s just something about him. Something around the eyes, I don’t know, reminds me of… me. No. I’m sure of it, I hate him.”
I stand corrected, Wyatt. You’re an oak.
Doc Holliday
(After shooting Johnny Ringo) You’re no daisy! You’re no daisy at all. Poor soul, you were just too high-strung.
Doc Holliday
Why Ed, does this mean we’re not friends anymore? You know, Ed, if I thought you weren’t my friend… I just don’t think I could bear it!
Doc Holliday
Evidently, Mr. Ringo’s an educated man. Now, I really hate him.
Other Tombstone Movie Quotes
You run your mouth awful reckless for a man that don’t go heeled.
Johnny Tyler
Look at all the stars. You look up and you think, ‘God made all this, and he remembered to make a little speck like me.’ It’s kind of flattering, really.
Morgan Earp
Remember what I said about people seein’ a bright light before they die? It ain’t true. I can’t see a damn thing.
Morgan Earp
I want your blood. And I want your soul. And I want them both right now!
Johnny Ringo
It’s quoted in the Bible, Revelations: Behold the pale horse. The man who sat on him was death, and Hell followed with him.
Johnny Ringo
Florentino: “He talkin’ loco… crazy… somethin’ about a sick horse comin’ to get us.”
Johnny Ringo: “That’s not what he said, you ignorant wretch. Your Spanish is worse than your English.”
He talkin’ loco… crazy… somethin’ about a sick horse comin’ to get us.
Florentino
Curly Bill Brocius: “You know what I’d do? I’d take that deal ‘n’ crawfish, then drill that ol’ Devil in the ass. What about you, Juanito, what would you do?”
Johnny Ringo: “I already did it.”