John Wick: Chapter 4 — Movie Quotes

Spoken by Caine before the battle in Osaka, and repeated by John to Caine before their duel.

A philosophy of war and Bushido. It suggests that only by accepting death can a warrior survive the battle, while fear of death leads to hesitation and defeat.

Koji says this to the hotel staff and later to Caine when refusing to give up John Wick.

Defines the film's core value of loyalty. True friendship is tested only in adversity, not when it is safe or easy.

Winston quotes the bushranger Ned Kelly's final words, and Charon repeats it before his execution.

A stoic acceptance of fate. It reflects the characters' understanding that they are players in a game much larger than themselves, and death is an inevitable part of it.

Said when presenting John with a new ballistic suit before the final act.

Highlights the ritualistic nature of the assassin world, where appearance and style are maintained even in the face of death.

John says this right before shooting the Marquis in the head at the duel.

The singular word that defines the entire franchise. It is John's final judgment on the Marquis, reminding him that arrogance has a price.