32 Sam Wilson Quotes — One of the Best Soldiers of the Avengers Team

When Sam Wilson, or "The Falcon," joined the Avengers, he brought his stoic and witty nature and a valuable history in the military. Read his 32 quotes below to find out more.

Although not the only Marvel movie this character appears in, Sam Wilson makes his first appearance in the cinematic universe in "Captain America: The Winter Soldier.'

Wilson, now known as Falcon after joining the Avengers, was an Air Force pararescue. His approach to fighting is informed by a mental and physical military style that also comes out in his personality.

Learn more about him by reading the 32 quotes below.

Sam Wilson, with his quote: “Symbols… are nothing without the women and men that give them meaning.” | Source: Youtube.com/marvel

Sam Wilson Iconic Quotes

"I’m more of a soldier than a spy." ― Sam Wilson

“I'm just trying to sound tough. I'm very happy chasing cold leads on our missing person's case. Avenging is your world. Your world is crazy." ― Sam Wilson

“I’m Captain America.” ― Sam Wilson

"I don’t know if you’ve been in a fight before but there’s usually not this much talking." ― Sam Wilson

"Brock Rumlow: There are no prisoners with HYDRA. Just order. And order only comes through pain. Are you ready for yours?

Sam Wilson: Man, shut the hell up!" ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

“I might fail…I might die. But…We built this country. Bled for it. I’m not gonna let anybody tell me I can’t fight for it. Not after what everybody before me went through.” ― Sam Wilson

Sam Wilson, with his quote: "I don’t know if you’ve been in a fight before but there’s usually not this much talking." | Source: Youtube.com/marvel

“I can’t run in these heels!” ― Sam Wilson

"Steve Rogers: I thought you said you were a pilot.

Sam Wilson: I never said pilot." ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

Famous Quotes by Sam Wilson

“Shield or no shield, the only thing you’re runnin’ in here is your mouth.” ― Sam Wilson

"Sam Wilson: Sounds like a hell of a fight; sorry I missed it.

Steve Rogers: If I had known it was going to be a firefight, I absolutely would have called you.

Sam Wilson: No, I'm not actually sorry." ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

"Some stuff you leave there. Other stuff you bring back. It's our job to figure out how to carry it. Is it gonna be in a big suitcase, or in a little man's purse? It's up to you."

"Steve Rogers: We're on our own.

Sam Wilson: Maybe not. I know a guy." ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

“The world has been forever changed. A few months ago, billions of people reappeared after five years away, sending the world into turmoil. We need new heroes. Ones suited for the times we’re in. Symbols… are nothing without the women and men that give them meaning.”― Sam Wilson

"Just like that, we're supposed to be cool?" ― Sam Wilson

Sam Wilson, with his quote: “Shield or no shield, the only thing you’re runnin’ in here is your mouth.” | Source: Youtube.com/marvel

"Peter Parker: Are those wings carbon fiber?

Sam Wilson: Is this stuff coming out of you?" ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

“Trust me. Every time something gets better for one group, it gets worse for another.” ― Sam Wilson

“Sam Wilson: You’re a lot heavier than you look.

Steve Rogers: I had a big breakfast.” ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

“Steve represented the best in all of us. Courageous, righteous, hopeful. And he mastered posing stoically.” ― Sam Wilson

"I just wanna make sure we consider all our options. Because people who shoot at you usually wind up shooting at me too." ― Sam Wilson

Sam Wilson, with his quote: “Sounds like a hell of a fight; sorry I missed it." | Source: Youtube.com/marvel

"Sam Wilson: You're going after him.

Steve Rogers: You don't have to come with me.

Sam Wilson: I know. When do we start?" ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

Sam Wilson Memorable Quotes

"Natasha Romanoff: Hi, Bruce.

Bruce Banner: ...Nat

Sam Wilson: (under his breath) This is awkward." ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

"Cap, you hear me? Cap, it's Sam. Can you hear me? On your left." ― Sam Wilson

“For five years, people have been welcomed into countries that have kept them out using barbwire. There were houses and jobs. Folks were happy to have people around to help them rebuild. It wasn’t just one community coming together, it was the entire world coming together. And then, boom. Just like that, it goes right back to the way it used to be. To them, at least Karli’s doin’ somethin’.” ― Sam Wilson

Sam Wilson, with his quote: "Just like that, we're supposed to be cool?" | Source: Youtube.com/marvel

"Way to go, tic-tac!" ― Sam Wilson

"Sam Wilson: Look, whoever he used to be, the guy he is now, I don't think he's the kind you save. He's the kind you stop.

Steve Rogers: I don't know if I can do that." ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

“A sorcerer is a wizard without a hat. Think about it. Right? I’m right. I just came up with that. It’s crazy.” ― Sam Wilson

"Don’t thank me... His name is Redwing… He's cute. Go on, pet 'em." ― Sam Wilson

"Sam Wilson: Don't say it! Don't you say it!

Steve Rogers: On your left.

Sam Wilson: Come on, man!" ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

Sam Wilson, with his quote: “A sorcerer is a wizard without a hat. Think about it. Right?” | Source: Youtube.com/marvel

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“We finally have a common struggle now. Think about that. For once, all the people who’ve been begging, and I mean, literally begging for you to feel how hard any given day is…Now you know. How did it feel to be helpless? Now if you could remember what it was like to be helpless and face a force so powerful it could erase half the planet, you would know that you’re about to have the exact same impact. This isn’t about easy decisions, Senator.” ― Sam Wilson

"It was a great audition, but it’ll…it’ll never happen again." ― Sam Wilson

“Sam Wilson: Yeah, brother, we all got the same problems. Guilt, regret…

Steve Rogers: You lose someone?

Sam Wilson: My wingman, Riley. Fly in the night mission. A standard PJ rescue op, nothing we hadn’t done a thousand times before, till an RPG knocks Riley…out of the sky. Nothing I could do. It’s like I was up there just to watch.

Steve Rogers: I’m sorry.

Sam Wilson: After that, I had a really hard time finding a reason for being over there, you know?” ― The Marvel Cinematic Universe

Sam Wilson, with his quote: “We finally have a common struggle now. Think about that.” | Source: Youtube.com/marvel

Anthony Mackie played this character in his first Marvel film as the Falcon. He acted alongside names such as Chris Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, and Scarlett Johansson.

"Captain America: The Winter Soldier," is only one of the numerous Marvel films that have been released, as well as the numerous ones set to be released, such as "The Marvels" and "Deadpool 3," and this is minus the many series.

While we can never fly or shoot fire out of our eyes, we all can be heroes. Find out how by reading: 91 Superhero Quotes to Unleash Your Special Powers.