A collection of quotes of the Strategic Scientific Reserve Agent and S.H.I.E.L.D. Founder Peggy Carter.
Movies
Captain America: The First Avenger
Spoken by Peggy Carter
- "Faster, ladies! Come on! My grandmother has more life in her, God rest her soul. Move it!"
- ―Peggy Carter[src]
Spoken about Peggy Carter
Dialogue
- "I'll-I'll get Howard on the line. He'll know what to do."
"There's not enough time. This thing's moving too fast and it's heading for New York. I gotta put her in the water."
"Please don't do this. W-we have time. We can work it out." - ―Peggy Carter and Steve Rogers[src]
Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Spoken by Peggy Carter
- "The world has changed, and none of us can go back. All we can do is our best, and sometimes, the best that we can do, is to start over."
- ―Peggy Carter[src]
Spoken about Peggy Carter
Dialogue
- "What is it?"
"For as long as I can remember, I just wanted to do what was right. I guess I'm not quite sure what that is anymore, and I thought I could throw myself back in, follow orders, serve. It's just not the same."
"You were always so dramatic. Look, you saved the world. We rather mucked it up."
"You didn't. Knowing you helped found S.H.I.E.L.D. is half the reason I stayed."
"The world has changed, and none of us can go back. All we can do is our best, and sometimes, the best that we can do, is to start over." - ―Peggy Carter and Steve Rogers[src]
Marvel One-Shots
Marvel One-Shot: Agent Carter
Spoken by Peggy Carter
Spoken about Peggy Carter
Dialogue
- "You took a mission last night."
"I completed a mission last night."
"Without even attempting to report in or get the proper authorization?"
"The mission was time-sensitive." - ―John Flynn and Peggy Carter[src]
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Episode 2.01: Shadows
Spoken by Peggy Carter
Spoken about Peggy Carter
Dialogue
- "These assets are now under the protection of the Strategic Scientific Reserve. They'll be relocated and hidden out of sight, indefinitely, as will you."
"Cut off one head, two more shall grow in its place."
"Then I guess we'll keep cutting them off." - ―Peggy Carter and Werner Reinhardt[src]
Episode 2.08: The Things We Bury
Spoken by Peggy Carter
Spoken about Peggy Carter
Dialogue
- "It's true, I wanted to find out what kind of a man you were. You didn't use the pen. So, now I know."
"Pens are also used for signatures."
"You want a deal. How terribly shocking."
"The US Government has recruited many German scientists." - ―Peggy Carter and Werner Reinhardt[src]
Agent Carter
Episode 1.01: Now is Not the End
Spoken by Peggy Carter
- "Well, that was a bit premature."
- ―Peggy Carter[src]
- "Crikey O'Reilly!"
- ―Peggy Carter[src]
- "I'd been wallowing in it since the war, wondering why no one would give Agent Peggy Carter a shot."
- ―Peggy Carter[src]
Spoken about Peggy Carter
Dialogue
- "Kinda thing might really catch a man's eye...say, on a date?"
"Well don't hold your breath. Especially with tuberculosis."
"You know there's a difference between being an independent woman, and a spinster."
"Is it the shoes? Clock out, pull the curtains, and sleep. Peggy's orders." - ―Colleen O'Brien and Peggy Carter[src]
- "Peg, you work at the phone company; it ain't life and death."
"Darling, you have no idea." - ―Colleen O'Brien and Peggy Carter[src]
- "Agent Carter, we just pulled a red ball out of D.C. All hands on deck. Meaning cover the phones."
"Rose, redirect all calls to the briefing room. Covered. Shall we?" - ―Roger Dooley and Peggy Carter[src]
- "I knew Howard Stark during the war, his help was invaluable. He may be a great many things, but he's not a traitor."
- ―Peggy Carter[src]
- "I wonder if I might request a sick day."
"What's the matter? Got a headache?"
"Amongst other things. Ladies' things."
"Oh, geez. Yeah, sure, take the day. Go shopping, whatever makes you feel better."
"Thank you for your understanding." - ―Peggy Carter and Roger Dooley[src]
- "I saw him once at a U.S.O. shown in Passaic. You could eat him with a spoon."
"Yes, I understand he was quite something."
"Everything all right, English?"
"Fine actually, if you don't count work."
"Boys at the phone company giving you a hard time?"
"No more than usual, it's just... During the war, I had a sense of purpose. Responsibility. Now I connect the calls, but I never get a chance to make them." - ―Angie Martinelli and Peggy Carter[src]
- "Really?"
"I'm just considering all the angles. It seems you have a lot of them."
"Now that's the Peggy Carter I need."
"For what?"
"To clear my name."
"You can't be serious."
"I'll try not to be. But sometimes it just slips out." - ―Howard Stark and Peggy Carter[src]
- "What now, Miss Carter?"
"Now, I go to work." - ―Edwin Jarvis and Peggy Carter[src]
- "You were trying to do something good, and I believe you accomplished it."
"But was it worth it?" - ―Edwin Jarvis and Peggy Carter[src]
- "Keep your eyes open."
"But I'm coming with you."
"Mr. Jarvis... That cook with the spoons, Was she large woman? Violent?"
"Well, no she was quite diminutive actually, but she had a vicious tongue and extremely long... Fingernails." - ―Peggy Carter and Edwin Jarvis[src]
- "Where are you?"
"Just keep driving!"
"Could you be slightly more specific?"
"No!"(Carter leaps atop the car)
"Miss Carter!"
"Go, go!"
"Don't you want to get in?!" - ―Edwin Jarvis and Peggy Carter[src]
- "I understand you're not happy with your meal."
"You work here?"
"Unfortunately, no. (Presses a fork into his side) Just to be clear, this is pressed into your brachial artery, it may be dull but I'm determined. Keep smiling. Once you start to bleed, you'll lose conciousness in fifteen seconds, you'll die in ninety unless someone comes to your aid. Now given your recent behavior, how likely do you think that is to happen? To prevent this not entirely unfortunate event from occurring, I suggest you find another place to eat. Do we understand each other?"
"Yeah!"
"Good. Oh, And one more thing... tip generously." - ―Peggy Carter and Madison Avenue Guy[src]
- "I figured you'd never have a problem finding a man."
"The trick is finding the right one." - ―Howard Stark and Peggy Carter[src]
- "I seem to have a habit of losing people closest to me. Perhaps "losing" is too nice a word. I get them killed."
"Miss Carter..."
"When Howard came to me, I was damn happy to see him. I'd been wallowing in it since the war, wondering why no one would give Agent Peggy Carter a shot. So I grabbed the chance. But I mucked it up. And now Colleen is dead... because of me." - ―Peggy Carter and Edwin Jarvis[src]
Episode 1.02: Bridge and Tunnel
Dialogue
- "So, I've got two foreign agents with no voice boxes fighting over a milk truck full of experimental implosives."
"Just another day at the office." - ―Peggy Carter and Edwin Jarvis[src]
- "I don't have long so listen very carefully. I need you to dispose of Howard's car."
"I beg your pardon?"
"The SSR are looking into Roxxon at this very moment. That car sustained damage at the site, and it's likely to be teeming with vita radiation. Make it disappear."
"Very well. Let's see, the linens come out of the wash in thirty minutes..."
"Now."
"Fine. I shall forego the linens." - ―Peggy Carter and Edwin Jarvis[src]
- "I told you I don't need your help."
"An ideal butler provides service without being asked."
"Oh! Put it back. I need to drive this thing out of here."
"...Won't be a moment." - ―Peggy Carter and Edwin Jarvis[src]
- "You're very fortunate that I ignored your instructions."
"(Sarcastic) Oh, you're so right. How I managed to stay alive before I met you, I have no idea."
"I can't tell if you're being arrogant... or ignorant."
"Both, I imagine."
"Your line of work requires support. People who care about your wellbeing, who will be there to stitch up your wounds."
"If I allow people to get close to me, I'm putting them in danger."
"So your solution is to remove yourself from the world you wish to protect. Where's the sense in that? There is not a man or woman, no matter how fit he or she may be, who is capable of carrying the entire world on their shoulders."
"Steve was."
"From what Mr. Stark has told me, Captain Rogers relied heavily on you. For courage, strategy, and moral guidance. You were his support. Your desire to help others is noble, but I doubt you'll find much success unless you allow others to help you." - ―Edwin Jarvis and Peggy Carter[src]
Episode 1.03: Time and Tide
- "What brings you here?"
"My land lady gave me an idea."
"Oh splendid, now if we can get an opinion from your butcher." - ―Edwin Jarvis and Peggy Carter[src]
Comics
Captain America: First Vengeance
Spoken by Peggy Carter
- "Take your serum to the Allies, where it can be turned against HYDRA."
- ―Peggy Carter to Abraham Erskine[src]