45 Minions Quotes to Turn That Frown Upside Down

The Minions have almost become a staple in our culture. When we spot one, whether it be in a movie theatre, a stuffed toy, or even a picture, they're bound to put a smile on our faces.

Our goofy yellow friends climbed into the hearts and minds of children and adults alike when the first "Despicable Me" found its way into our theatres. Their popularity grew to the point where many sequels have been made. This brought more laughter to the globe with every new release.

As the narrator of the film "Minions" said, the only purpose these little monsters have is to find and serve the evilest and most "despicable" villain out there. This is something that minions can't seem to get right. This comical inadequacy has led to an entertaining ride for the audience watching these movies for years.

Within the inaudible language of these mischievous creatures, they have had a penchant for saying the most basic yet absurd statements, leaving our stomachs sore. Not only them, but their fellow characters have left us with some of the funniest quotes out there. Here are 45:

Minions' quote: "B-Banana? Banana! Banana! Banana!" | Image: AmoDays

MINIONS QUOTES IN OTHER LANGUAGES

"Si si! Buena!" — Minions, “Minions”

“C’est banana! Hahaha! Miam Miam! Huh?” — Minions, “Minions”

"No, no! Te--la pinata!" — Minions, “Minions”

"Oh, hey! Looka! C’est un “banono!" — Minions, “Minions”

"C’est la banana! Ha ha! Yum Yum!" — Minions, “Minions”

Minions' quote: "Si si! Buena!" | Image: AmoDays

"MINIONS" QUOTES BY THE NARRATOR

"Minions have been on this planet far longer than we have." — Narrator, “Minions”

"They found sanctuary. The Minions... were safe." — Narrator, “Minions”

"But all was not lost, for one minion had a plan. His name was Kevin." — Narrator, “Minions”

“Kevin felt pride. He was going to be the one to find his tribe the biggest, baddest villain to serve. Stuart felt hungry, mostly. He was going to be the one to eat this banana, and Bob, Bob was frightened of the journey ahead.” — Narrator

MINIONS QUOTES ABOUT THE MISSION TO STEAL THE QUEEN'S CROWN

“Doesn’t it feel so good to be bad?” — Scarlet Overkill

Narrator's quote: "Minions have been on this planet far longer than we have." | Image: AmoDays

“So … you came for the queen’s crown, did ya? Well, you’re gonna have to get through me! The keeper of her crown!” — Keeper of the Crown

“Villains, this is no longer a coronation! It is an execution! Get them!” — Scarlet Overkill

“Freeze ray!” — Young Gru

“Work for me, and all this will be yours: respect, power …” — Scarlet Overkill

“Gentlemen do not steal ladies’ crowns!” — Queen Elizabeth II

Narrator's quote: "They found sanctuary. The Minions... were safe." | Image: AmoDays

“So get comfortable, Minions. Get real, real comfortable. Because this is where you’re going to spend the rest of you worthless, little lives.” — Scarlet Overkill

So that’s your plan? Make yourself a bigger target?” — Scarlet Overkill

“You have no idea who you’re messing with! I am the greatest supervillain of all time!” — Scarlet Overkill

“Are you really going to allow that little penguin to make off with my crown?” — Scarlet Overkill

“I’m going to get all my favorite villains to sign my magazine! Scarlet Overkill! If I was a minion, that’s who I would want to work for.” — Tina

Herb Overkill's quote: "I missed you. H. It’s me, I’m the H. Also, there was no bird. Also me." | Image: AmoDays

“You stole my dream. I was going to conquer England someday. There was going to be a coronation, and I was going to be made queen. Every moment was planned. I’d wear a dress so sparkly it glowed, and everyone who ever doubted me would be watching and they would be crying. I was going to be the picture of elegance and class, and you pinheads screwed it up!” — Scarlet Overkill

“Steal me the crown, and all your dreams come true. Respect power!” — Scarlet Overkill

“You think it’s funny to mock the elderly, do ya?” — Keeper of the Crown

“This is Queen Elizabeth, ruler of England. I love England. Their music, the fashion. I’m seriously thinking about overthrowing it someday. Anyway. This pale drink of water oversees it all. I’m her biggest fan, loved her work. And I really, really, really want her crown!” — Scarlet Overkill

“By the time she was 13, she built a criminal empire!” — Tina

The Queen's quote: "Oh. It’s you. Everyone, this is one of the little fellows who stole the monarchy from me. And how’s that working out for you?" | Image: AmoDays

"We can take whatever you need We got skill, precision, and speed." — Minion Mambo, 'Despicable Me”

"Hey who would work for Gru Besides that, who would steal the moon." — Minion Mambo, “Despicable Me”

"I'm stealin' the moon." — Minion Mambo, “Despicable Me”

OTHER MINIONS QUOTES TO ENJOY

"I missed you. H. It’s me, I’m the H. Also, there was no bird. Also me." — Herb Overkill, “Minions”

"Oh. It’s you. Everyone, this is one of the little fellows who stole the monarchy from me. And how’s that working out for you?" — The Queen, “Minions”

Gru's quote: "And once the moon is mine, the world will give me whatever I want to get it back! And I will be the greatest villain of all time! That's what I'm talkin' 'bout." | Image: AmoDays

"Hello, Fred. FYI, your dog has been leaving little bombs all over my yard, and I don't appreciate it." — Gru, “Despicable Me”

“Oh, it’s so beautiful. So fashion forward. So Valentino." — Scarlet Overkill, “Minions”

"And once the moon is mine, the world will give me whatever I want to get it back! And I will be the greatest villain of all time! That's what I'm talkin' 'bout." — Gru, “Despicable Me”

"And please bless that someone will adopt us soon, and that the mommy and daddy will be nice and have a pet unicorn. Amen." — Agnes, “Despicable Me”

"I promise that this wig will transform you from ugly to irresistible." — Flyod, “Despicable Me 2”

Scarlet Overkill's quote: “Villains, this is no longer a coronation! It is an execution! Get them!” | Image: AmoDays

"This time, good triumphs, and the moon has been returned to its rightful place in the sky. But once again, law enforcement is baffled, leaving everyone to wonder, who is this mysterious hero? And what will he do next?" — News Reporter, “Despicable Me”

"Fear not, for here come the gallant knights to save us!" — Margo, “Despicable Me 2”

. "If it picks up any traces of the serum, the center of your belt buckle will make a sound like this. Mee-mo!!! Mee-mo!!! Mee-mo!!!" — Lucy, “Despicable Me 2”

Scarlet Overkill's quote: “Work for me, and all this will be yours: respect, power …” | Image: AmoDays

"Bigger boom, okay!" — Minions, “Despicable Me”

“No, no, no! Hey, a piñata!” — Minions, “Minions”

"This is just gonna take an momento. I am throwing a big Cinco de Mayo party, and I'm gonna need 200 of your best cupcakes, decorated with the Mexican flag. " — Eduardo, “Despicable Me 2”

"England! England! England!" — Minions, “Minions”

"Mind the gap! Mind the gap! Mind the gap!" — Minions, “Minions”

“I’m going to get all my favorite villains to sign my magazine! Scarlet Overkill! If I was a minion, that’s who I would want to work for.” | Image: AmoDays

It is obvious that although slightly inept at their jobs, these yellow creatures are serious about finding and following the best super-villain out there. With all their noises and antics, it is hard not to find affection in one's heart for them, even though they do the bidding of those hell-bent on making life difficult for everyone.

Either way, they appear to be fun and maybe slightly irritating. But if you need these tiny yellow monsters to keep quiet for a bit, keep some bananas around. We're sure they will be grateful.

If you enjoyed these quotes, you'll certainly enjoy this compilation from another set of animation favorites, SpongeBob SquarePants and his gang.