10 Chilling Quotes From Popular Serial Killer Movies

What’s a serial killer horror movie without some quotes about a deranged psyche? Here are 10 of the best examples ever.

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Serial killers portrayed in films have a way of getting under audiences’ skin and making them feel terrified. Besides the heinous gruesome acts of murder, manipulation, and other inhuman methods of torture– there’s another aspect to these film fans remember. That’s the eery lines said by the characters and killers that gives chills.

What’s a serial killer horror movie without some quotes about a deranged psyche? Some of the most popular serial killer films ever created are also well known for its haunting lines that still make people shudder without even watching the film. Here are the best quotes that will surely raise goosebumps.

10 “Well John It’s Been Fun, But I Gotta Go, I Have A Date With A 6-Year-Old Boy.” (Chucky)

Chucky made parents double think about buying their kid’s toys. He was a creepy-looking doll that is possessed with the soul of a serial killer. He’s vulgar, dramatic and evil.

Despite the fact that he’s a murderous doll, his fascination with children puts him high on the bizarre meter. The above quote about his “date” with a young boy raises big red flags. Chucky has made people never look at dolls the same way again.

9 “These Eyes Do Not See What You And I See. Behind These Eyes One Finds Only Blackness, The Absence Of Light, These Are Of A Psychopath.” (Halloween)

In the 2007 film installment of Halloween, Dr. Samuel Loomis said this haunting line. The famed killer, Michael is back on the hunt. What makes this quote so scary to think about is how it explains Michael’s psyche.

Many say the eyes are the window to the soul. In this case, Michael doesn’t have one, and instead, you look into bottomless darkness. A mere direct look into his black eyes will cause anyone’s heart to grow cold.

8 “One Two…Freddy’s Coming For You…3, 4 Better Lock Your Door..5,6 Grab A Crucifix..7,8, Gonna Stay Up Late, 9, 10, Never Sleep Again!” (A Nightmare On Elm Street)

Freddy Krueger makes going to sleep an absolute nightmare. He is the most feared serial killer that has the capability to kill people in their dreams. This line is from the 1984 film said by Nancy and still causes people to shudder.

It’s scary to imagine that no one is safe in their own dreams. If a serial killer has their own creepy lullaby it’s a safe bet that it’s best not to provoke him. Its the equivalent of saying Candyman in the mirror three times.

7 “Wanting People To Listen, You Can’t Just Tap Them On The Shoulder Anymore. You Have To Hit Them With A Sledgehammer, And Then You’ll Notice You’ve Got Their Strict Attention.” (Se7en)

In the 1995 film, Se7en serial killer John Doe is the top of the list of wanted criminals. His method of murder is done by following the seven deadly sins. John Doe says the line in relation to his reasoning for his killings. Each murder is a heinous act to represent greed, pride, gluttony and so forth.

He claims that the only way people will realize their mistakes or how flawed humanity is is by doing something drastic. His drastic actions are gruesome, heinous and inhumane. John Doe tries to rationalize his demented psyche.

6 “Death Is A Surprise Party. Unless Of Course, You’re Already Dead On The Inside.” (Saw)

In Saw III, Jigsaw hasn’t let up his methods of torture and killings. In this film, Jigsaw has an apprentice and is struggling to stay alive. He says this quote in the film that gives people the creeps. In Jigsaw’s mind, life is often taken for granted and the only way to appreciate it is by coming close to death.

For Jigsaw death is no longer surprising. After everything he’s gone through and the murder he’s complicit in, death no longer affects him. For him, death is no longer surprising and the marker of a true psychopath.

5 “And Man Is The Most Dangerous Animal Of All.” (Zodiac)

The Zodiac killer was a famed serial murderer in California during the 1970s who was never caught. The 2007 film, Zodiac details the behind-the-scenes investigation of the press and police force. Inspector David Toschi leads the investigation and says this line in the film.

It leaves a chill due to the fact of the nature of the Zodiac killer’s murders. He does so as if its a game– sending in letters and riddles to the police. What makes this so eery is that the political cartoonist at the newspaper discovers that the Zodiac referred to a line in a film titled, The Most Dangerous Game. Toschi later says the line that is also said in the film.

4 “Movies Don’t Create Psychos. Movies Make Psychos More Creative!” (Scream)

Academics have longed questioned if movies, music, and video games influence people’s behavioral patterns. Horror movies and serial killer films being at the top of the list. In Scream, Billy unveils his identity as the killer to Sid. She claims that they have watched too many movies and became warped into a delusion.

Billy says this memorable line. It implies that people try to put the blame on films. In reality, it debates the question of whether or not psychos are formed or born that way. In this case, Billy is implying that they only help born psychos get creative.

3 “We All Go A Little Mad Sometimes. Haven’t you?” (Psycho)

The 1960 film, Psycho is a horror/killer film classic. Norman Bates takes care and lives with his mentally ill mother who delusions him into thinking she can be the only for him. Along the way, her delusions have also affected him and he becomes a bit psychotic. He turns into a murderer.

One of his most haunting lines is when talking with Marion Crane. He tries to justify his mother’s behavior and illness and explains she goes mad sometimes. He eerily looks as Marion and says the line and smiles.

2 “Something Horrible Is Happening Inside Of Me And I Don’t Know Why. My Nightly Bloodlust Has Overflown Into My Days. I Feel Lethal, On The Verge Of Frenzy. I Think My Mask Of Sanity Is About To Slip.” (American Psycho)

Patrick Bateman’s overall persona is one that makes any room drop a couple of degrees. The film, American Psycho really gave audiences the heeby jeebies. Above all, it’s his monologue that gets people wary. He says the above quote and it details a lot of what many feel is a turning point for potential serial killers.

He is describing having nightly dreams of murder and the gratification it gives him. But his dreams aren’t proving to be enough. He knows its wrong– the bloodlust. Bateman knows he is only an inch away from fulfilling his dreams into a gruesome reality.

1 “A Census Taker Once Tried To Test Me. I Ate His Liver With Some Fava Beans And A Nice Chianti.” (Silence Of The Lambs)

Hannibal Lecter is a killer many would wish to never meet in their lifetime. Doctors and professionals know Lecter’s high intellect and methods of manipulation. But Lecter despises people trying to define him or study him as a psychopathic killer.

He says the line about killing a census taker. It’s one thing to kill, but its another to purposely have a desire to eat a human. For Lecter its a delicacy–like foie gras. A perfect meal for a serial killer.

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