"Welcome to the urban jungle."
Zootopia - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
It's called a hustle, sweetheart.
— Nick Wilde
Context:
Spoken by Nick when he reveals he played Judy, and reclaimed by Judy at the end when she tricks Bellwether.
Meaning:
A defining line that represents street smarts and the subversion of expectations. It marks the shift in power dynamics between Nick and Judy.
Life's a little bit messy. We all make mistakes. No matter what type of animal you are, change starts with you.
— Judy Hopps
Context:
The closing monologue of the film where Judy reflects on her journey and the reality of police work.
Meaning:
The film's central thesis: perfection is impossible, but personal responsibility and growth are essential for a better society.
If the world's only gonna see a fox as shifty and untrustworthy, there's no point in trying to be anything else.
— Nick Wilde
Context:
Nick confesses his traumatic childhood backstory to Judy in the gondola lift.
Meaning:
Highlights the psychological impact of stereotyping—the self-fulfilling prophecy where victims internalize the hatred directed at them.
Fear always works!
— Bellwether
Context:
Spoken during the climax in the museum when Bellwether reveals her plan to keep predators savage.
Meaning:
A chilling summation of political demagoguery. It exposes the villain's belief that a society united by fear is easier to control than one united by trust.