From his zany impersonations to his hilarious one-liners, Robin Williams’ iconic role in “Good Morning, Vietnam” left a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. Through his character, Adrian Cronauer, Williams delivered some of the most memorable lines in cinema history. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or a quick laugh, these
quotes from “Good Morning, Vietnam” will certainly deliver.
“Gooooood morning, Vietnam! Hey, this is not a test. This is rock and roll.” – Adrian Cronauer
“You are in more dire need of a blowjob than any white man in history.” – Adrian Cronauer
“It’s gonna be hot and wet! That’s nice if you’re with a lady, but it ain’t no good if you’re in the jungle.” – Adrian Cronauer
“Who do you think did the morning announcements at your school? Hitler?” – Adrian Cronauer
“Sometimes you got to specifically go out of your way to get into trouble. It’s called fun.” – Adrian Cronauer
“I’m not here to give pleasure. That’s what my apartment is for.” – Adrian Cronauer
“Excuse me, sir. Seeing as how the V.P. is such a V.I.P., shouldn’t we keep the P.C. on the Q.T.? ‘Cause if it leaks to the V.C. he could end up M.I.A., and then we’d all be put out in K.P.” – Adrian Cronauer
“Time to rock it from the Delta to the DMZ!” – Adrian Cronauer
“Is it true that you went on a three-day drunk during your R&R?” – Lt. Steven Hauk to which Cronauer replies, “I did, sir. It was two days. I came back early.”
“The Mississippi River broke through a protective dike today. What is a protective dike? Is that a large woman standing by the river going ‘Don’t go near there!'” – Adrian Cronauer
“If someone is not telling the truth, you say that they are ‘full of crap’.” – Trinh to which Cronauer replies, “Or you can say, ‘they’re full of shit’. Depends if you’re on AM or FM.”
“There are three things we do well in Vietnam: fight, eat, and make love.” – Trinh
“Here’s a little advice. Never eat in a Vietnamese restaurant next to a pound.” – Adrian Cronauer
“You know, you’re very beautiful. You’re also very quiet. And I’m not used to girls being that quiet unless they’re medicated.” – Adrian Cronauer to Trinh
“I’m gonna tell you what my problem is right now, ok? My problem is that I’ve been up since 5 o’clock in the morning, I’m tired, I’m hot, ok? I’m training troops in this weather, I’ve been looking for you all day long, because everywhere I go in your jeep, there’s these two MPs and they’re driving me nuts, driving me crazy, right? And I’ve gotta get some food inside before I fall down, ok? So what I would like from you, very much, is just let me sit here, on my own, and quietly, peacefully, hopefully, eat my dinner. I would like that very much.” – Adrian Cronauer
“We’re supposed to be the good guys. We’re supposed to stand for something. It’s hard to say what exactly, but idealistically we stand for it. I know it’s a contradiction.” – Adrian Cronauer
“You’re in more dire need of a blowjob than any white man in history.” – Adrian Cronauer
“How do you fight this? You can’t fight it with conventional weapons. This isn’t a war. It’s like trying to eradicate weeds. You spray them, they grow right back.” – Adrian Cronauer
“Here in the land of the rocket’s red glare, it’s bombs bursting in air. Time to dive back into the fray. Sounds for a sunny day here in the big DMZ!” – Adrian Cronauer
“You don’t work for that. I’ve seen trees that work for that.” – Adrian Cronauer
“You know, I thought when I got transferred here, I’d be covering exciting stuff. All I’m doing is reading the news. It doesn’t get any more boring than that.” – Adrian Cronauer
“It’s the same with these big-titted women who think they’re profound because the Kremlin listens in on their phone calls. They’re not. They’re just women with big tits.” – Adrian Cronauer
“You know the hardest thing about teaching these people? It’s not that they’re stupid, and they’re not, it’s just that they’re just so damn polite. It’s yes sir, no sir, but they don’t listen.” – Adrian Cronauer
“So you’re the one who decides what’s lewd, indecent, and obscene. What’s your name? FCC?” – Adrian Cronauer
Robin Williams’ portrayal of Adrian Cronauer in “Good Morning, Vietnam” showcased his unmatched comedic talent and ability to deliver impactful lines. His performance not only provided laughs but also highlighted the complexities of war, the media’s role, and the human experience. Which quote made you smile, ponder, or even tear up? Share your favorite lines, or maybe ones we missed, in the comments below. Let’s keep the legacy of this great movie and its iconic actor alive.