26 John Goodman Big Lebowski Quotes – From the Unforgettable Walter Sobchak

Award-winning actor John Goodman has taken on many roles in his lifetime, but his role as Walter Sobchak in "The Big Lebowski." is one of his most memorable. Explore this hilarious character by reading these 26 John Goodman Big Lebowski quotes below.

John Goodman portrays the fan-favorite character Walter Sobchak in the cult classic "The Big Lebowski." He is the best friend of the main character, 'The Dude.'

He has a stubborn, angry personality and is a stickler for following rules. This trait stems from his time spent in the Vietnam War. Affected by his time in the war, Sobchak consistently brings it up throughout the film.

Read 26 of this veteran's quotes.

Walter Sobchak’s quote: “Dude. Come on, you’re being very un-Dude.” | Source: AmoDays

Walter Sobchak (John Goodman) Quotes That You Can Use in Everyday Life

“Dude. Let’s go bowling.” — Walter Sobchak

“Life does not start and stop at your convenience...” — Walter Sobchak

“You want a toe? I can get you a toe, Dude. There are ways. You don’t want to know about it, believe me.” — Walter Sobchak

“What the... are you talking about?.. Dude. I’m talking about drawing a line in the sand, Dude. Across this line, you do not.” — Walter Sobchak

“Dude. Come on, you’re being very un-Dude.” — Walter Sobchak

Walter Sobchak’s quote: “Life does not start and stop at your convenience...” | Source: AmoDays

“I’m saying, I see what you’re getting at, Dude.” — Walter Sobchak

“Just because we’re bereaved, that doesn’t make us saps!” — Walter Sobchak

Walter Sobchak Iconic Quotes

“This is not ‘Nam. This is bowling. There are rules.” — Walter Sobchak

“That rug really tied the room together.” — Walter Sobchak

Walter Sobchak’s quote: “This is not ‘Nam. This is bowling. There are rules.” | Source: AmoDays

“Forget it, Donny, you’re out of your element!” — Walter Sobchak

“Smokey, my friend, you are entering a world of pain.” — Walter Sobchak

Memorable John Goodman Quotes from 'The Big Lebowski'

“The man in the black pajamas, Dude. Worthy... adversary.” — Walter Sobchak

“Saturday, Donny, is Shabbos, the Jewish day of rest. That means that I don’t work, I don’t drive a car, I don’t... ride in a car, I don’t handle money, I don’t turn on the oven, and I sure... don’t... roll!" — Walter Sobchak

Walter Sobchak’s quote: “You know, Dude, I myself dabbled in pacifism once. Not in ‘Nam, of course.” | Source: AmoDays

“Also, Dude, let’s not forget—let’s not forget that keeping wildlife—um—an amphibious rodent, for, um, you know, domestic—within the city—that ain’t legal either.” — Walter Sobchak

“Calmer than you are.” — Walter Sobchak

“So what are you saying? When you get divorced you turn in your library card? You get a new license? You stop being Jewish?” — Walter Sobchak

“You know, Dude, I myself dabbled in pacifism once. Not in ‘Nam, of course.” — Walter Sobchak

“You see what happens, Larry?” — Walter Sobchak

Walter Sobchak’s quote: “So what are you saying? When you get divorced you turn in your library card? You get a new license? You stop being Jewish?” | Source: AmoDays

“My point is, here we are; it’s Shabbos, the sabbath, which I’m allowed to break only if it’s a matter of life or death.” — Walter Sobchak

“Shut the... up, Donny! V.I. Lenin. Vladimir Illanich Uleninov!” — Walter Sobchak

"Dude, chinaman is not the preferred nomenclature. Asian-American, please." — Walter Sobchak

Walter Sobchak’s quote: “You want a toe? I can get you a toe, Dude. There are ways. You don’t want to know about it, believe me.” | Source: AmoDays

"Walter Sobchak: Those rich... This whole... thing—I did not watch my buddies die face down in the muck so that this...

Walter Sobchak: Well, there isn’t a literal connection, Dude.” — "The Big Lebowski"

“I think it’s Pomeranian. I’m watching it while Cynthia and Marty Ackerman are in Hawaii.” — Walter Sobchak

“Goodnight, sweet prince.” — Walter Sobchak

Walter Sobchak’s quote: “Dude. Let’s go bowling.” | Source: AmoDays

As many know, Goodman played alongside the iconic Jeff Bridges in 'The Big Lebowski,' but this is not the only film where fellow talented and award-winning actors surrounded him. These actors include Mark Wahlberg, Kevin Bacon, Audrey Hepburn, Helen Mirren,

He has also worked with prolific directors such as Robert Zemeckis, Steven Spielberg, and Martin Scorsese. Jump into the world of another renowned director by reading: 25 Vincent Vega Quotes from One of Tarantino's Most Memorable Characters.