- I am I am Nacho!
- Do you not realize I have had diarrhea since Easters?
- Someday I will be better than all of you!
- I ate a big…fat…bowl of nachos!
- I just ate and ate. The only way I could stop was by getting on all fours and vomiting.
- I am the gatekeeper of my own destiny and I will have my glory day in the hot sun!
- Holy guacamole!
- Sometimes, when you are a man, you wear stretchy pants in your room. It’s for fun.
- I ate some bugs, I ate some grass, I used my hand, to wipe my tears.
- Chancho. When you are a man, sometimes you wear stretchy pants in your room. It’s for fun.
- Listen, I know that the wrestlers get all the fancy ladies, and the clothes, and the fancy creams and lotions.
- When you are a man, sometimes you wear stretchy pants in your room.
- I am the gatekeeper of my own destiny, and I will have my glory day in the hot sun.
- My mother was a Lutheran, my father was a Catholic, and somehow I ended up an orphan.
- This is the spiciest enchilada I’ve ever tasted.
- Keep your face closed when I speak to you! Boulders for shoulders… You’re going to be doing some push-ups.
Movie Quotes
- The Lord has given me a purpose, and that purpose is wrestling.
- You just don’t understand. In our religion, you can only wrestle or get out!
- You must remember that in Mexico, the corn is sacred.
- Take it easy, good buddy. I know that you and I have been through a lot together, but I will not hesitate to put a bullet in your gut.
- Is there any way that you could train me to become a better wrestler?
- You have the strength of a man, but the power of a woman!
- They don’t hit very hard, but they make up for it with other…attributes.
- Keep them closed, Orphans! I’m trying to talk here.
- I got the Lord’s chips right here, Chang!
- Take it easy, good buddy. You don’t want me to pull on these, ’cause I will whip you right over the ropes.
- I’m just trying to figure out how to say goodbye to all this.
- This is the luchador way. Four times a week, we gotta slam it all together.
- I am the gatekeeper of my own destiny and I will have my glory day in the hot sun!
- I don’t believe in God, I believe in science.
- Nice match Luchador, but you’re not in NWA and this ain’t a playground, it’s a man’s game and I’m a man who knows how to get angry!
Best Nacho Libre Quotes
- Don’t fight me Nacho!
- I may not be as graceful as you are, but I still have to compete!
- This is a day of reckoning. It’s a day when a strong avenger comes and gets what he deserves.
- This is it, this is my moment. I have eaten enough nacho chips to choke a donkey!
- The Lord’s chips are in your hands, Will you prove to me that you can succeed?
- I am not a religious man myself, but I believe in you.
- 2,500 years of wrestling tradition doesn’t end tonight! It gets brought back to its roots!
- I’m not a king, Gonzalez, I’m just… sorry.
- You want to conquer, and I want to conquer. Yet somehow, it’s Juanin who pays the price.
- This is for all the orphans out there!
- Yes, I am a wrestling champion!
- I am the great and powerful Nacho Libre.
- I am the strongest, most powerful wrestler in the world!
- I will win because I am a king!
- I wrestle for the glory of God!
- I am not afraid to stand up to you, Ramses.
- I am the champion of the people!
- I will fight for what I believe in, no matter the cost!
- I am Nacho Libre, and I will rule the wrestling ring!
FAQ Nacho Libre Quotes
What inspired Jack Black’s character Ignacio in “Nacho Libre” to become a lucha libre wrestler?
Ignacio, inspired by his desire to better the lives of the orphans at the monastery where he worked as a cook, turned to lucha libre wrestling to raise money and improve conditions at the orphanage.
How does the character Esqueleto in “Nacho Libre” complement Ignacio’s journey in the movie?
Esqueleto, initially skeptical and self-serving, becomes a loyal friend and wrestling partner to Ignacio, helping him in his quest to win wrestling matches and raise funds, despite their humorous and often clumsy efforts.
What is a memorable quote by Ignacio in “Nacho Libre” that reflects his humorous but earnest personality?
“When you are a man, sometimes you wear stretchy pants in your room. It’s for fun.” This quote captures Ignacio’s quirky and innocent humor, reflecting his simple joys and the lighthearted nature of the film.
In “Nacho Libre,” how does the character Encarnación influence Ignacio’s life and decisions?
Encarnación, the nun at the orphanage, is a figure of compassion and grace, inspiring Ignacio to pursue his dreams more earnestly and ethically, reinforcing his motivation to succeed for a noble cause.
What role does the setting of the monastery play in the comedy movie “Nacho Libre”?
The monastery serves as both a home for Ignacio and a backdrop for many comedic and pivotal scenes, emphasizing the contrast between his religious duties and his secret life as a wrestler.
Describe a funny scene from “Nacho Libre” that showcases Jack Black’s comedic talent.
A standout scene is when Ignacio tries to impress Encarnación by pretending to be a well-read and worldly man, awkwardly spouting nonsensical wisdom which humorously falls flat, showcasing Jack Black’s comedic timing and delivery.
How does “Nacho Libre” use the theme of wrestling to convey deeper messages about life and aspirations?
Through wrestling, “Nacho Libre” humorously explores themes of identity, ambition, and belonging. Ignacio’s wrestling persona allows him to express parts of his identity suppressed by his day-to-day life as a monastery cook, highlighting the universal desire to find and fulfill one’s dreams.