"Don't call them sidekicks."
Young Justice - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
Why is it everyone is either 'whelmed' or 'underwhelmed'? Why can't anyone ever just be 'whelmed'?
— Robin (Dick Grayson)
Context:
Season 1, Episode 1. Established early on as a signature catchphrase and a sign of his unique perspective.
Meaning:
A linguistic quirk that represents Dick's youthful desire to redefine the world and his own state of being amidst chaos.
Today's the day.
— Multiple characters
Context:
The recurring opening line of the series, first spoken by the sidekicks in Season 1, Episode 1.
Meaning:
Initially a phrase of hope for the sidekicks, it becomes a somber reminder of the constant cycle of battle and the weight of their duties.
Hello, Megan!
— M'gann M'orzz
Context:
Used throughout Season 1 whenever she makes a mistake or realizes something obvious.
Meaning:
Originally a catchphrase from a sitcom she used to build her fake persona, it eventually symbolizes her internal struggle between her real identity and her desire to fit in.
The Light... is always watching.
— The Light Members
Context:
Often spoken during the closing scenes of episodes when The Light's success is revealed despite the heroes' tactical victory.
Meaning:
Reinforces the theme of surveillance and the feeling of a rigged system where the heroes are always playing into a larger plan.