The passengers on Flight 828 and those around them have given fans some unforgettable lines on Netflix’s Manifest. These powerful quotes are often said during one of the countless plot twists and narrative turns on the gripping series.
From Vance’s pursuit of truth to Ben’s trust in faith, there’s no shortage of memorable quotes from the show. The best ones highlight the characters’ personalities and story arcs, reminding fans just how much they’ve changed since that enigmatic flight. As fans eagerly wait for more news about the release date for season 4, it’s the perfect time to look back at some of the most iconic lines from the show.
Michaela Stone:
“How About That I Lost Five Years, Six Months, And Twenty-Eight Days Of The World, Of Life?”
It’s difficult to imagine exactly how the passengers managed to cope with coming back after being presumed dead for over five years. Mick is one of the bravest main characters in Manifest precisely because she was able to overcome the shocking changes to her life, which include the death of her mother and her fiancé’s marriage to her best friend.
She’s able to voice out her frustration with Jared when the two of them have a heated argument about her questionable actions. She asks him how she’s supposed to accept the jarring differences between her past and present – it’s a moving moment that likely caused viewers to feel bad for her unique situation.
Robert Vance:
“As A Colleague Of Mine Told Me The Day You Landed, I Think We’ve Taken ‘Impossible’ Off The Table.”
Vance starts out as a skeptical antagonist who believes something logical caused the disappearance of Flight 828. He eventually realizes that no terror threat or conspiracy can explain all the mysterious events that have been happening since the plane’s return.
By the time he is put in charge of the scientific inquiry into the nature of the incident, he has grown used to seeing “impossible” things on a regular basis. He’s more curious about than shocked by the fact that the plane’s parts appear and disappear from Eureka, which is a testament to how many improbable scenarios he has experienced throughout the seasons.
Saanvi Bahl:
“I’m The One Person You Don’t Have To Say That To.”
Most fans would agree that Ben and Saanvi have one of the 10 best relationships on Manifest. Their need to find answers and how far they’re willing to go to solve Callings have strengthened their bond throughout the years.
When Ben confesses that he feels as if he’s losing his mind to Saanvi, she echoes his own words back at him and reminds him that she understands exactly what he means. It’s a touching scene that underscores how close they’ve become and how they’ll always have each other’s backs.
Ben Stone:
“I Told You Over And Over Again, There Are Some Things Science Can’t Explain. Some Things You Have To Go On Faith.”
After all of the big surprises on Netflix’s Manifest, it makes sense that Ben has slowly changed his mind about science and faith. While he’s first introduced as a character who believes there’s always a logical explanation for everything, the Callings have shown him that there are “some things science can’t explain.”
Whether it’s TJ’s unexpected rescue or Cal’s puzzling knowledge of the subway tunnels, one or more of the events after the plane’s return has convinced Ben that there’s more to the world than scientific facts. Ben’s increasing reliance on faith is a development that fans hope will be explored further in season 4.
Jared Vasquez:
“Don’t Waste Your Miracle On Your Pain. You Deserve Better.”
Jared has proven over and over again that he still cares deeply about Mick and will do anything to help her. When he realizes how much she’s still hurting because of Evie’s death, he reminds her that she got a second chance for a reason.
It couldn’t have been easy for Jared to deal with the “miracle” of Mick’s return, as he never really stopped being in love with her. Despite his own pain, he chooses to focus on supporting her in any way he can, from vouching for her in the precinct to infiltrating a hate group to make sure they never hurt her.
Robert Vance:
“How Much Are You Willing To Sacrifice To Get To The Truth?”
If there’s one thing most viewers can agree on about Vance, it’s that he’s just as determined as the passengers when it comes to finding out exactly what happened to Flight 828. He was willing to give up his role as the director of the NSA as soon as he figured out they had bad intentions.
Not only has Vance risked his career multiple times in the show, but he has also put his own life on the line. To make sure Ben leaves Cuba with the tailfin, he endangers himself by staying behind. There’s no questioning the fact that he’s willing to do whatever it takes to “get to the truth.”
Grace Stone:
“It Does Us No Good If In Saving The Lifeboat, You Drown In The Process.”
It’s easy to forget that it’s not just the passengers who struggle in the series, as their loved ones have a challenging time accepting and dealing with their sudden reappearance as well. This is especially true for Grace who had to give up her relationship with Danny, accept the existence of the Callings, and help her husband save the Lifeboat.
Grace serves as the calm and supportive voice that’s quick to point out if Ben is going too far or risking too much. She understands him more than anyone else does, so it’s impossible for Ben to ignore her when she tells him he’s drowning himself.
Zeke Landon:
“To Go Out Knowing That I Married The Great Love Of My Life And To Have You There Supporting Me, I Couldn’t Ask For Anything More.”
Zeke’s story arc is full of shocking twists and revelations, with the worst one being how he’s meant to die in just a year thanks to the Death Date. He does a great job of accepting his fate and even does his best to comfort Mick and his mom, assuring them that he’s happy.
Since he has managed to get closure with his ex-wife, reconcile with his estranged parents, and marry the love of his life, he’s more than ready to face his impending death. The only thing that stops the end of his storyline is that it’s not the end at all, as he’s given a lifeline by the Callings who have deemed him worthy of redemption.
Olive Stone:
“You Have To Look At The Future With The Possibility That Everything Will Turn Out Well.”
One of Olive’s lines that sums up her personality on Manifest is a quote she heard over five years ago from a seemingly random fortune teller. Those words about looking at the future with optimistic eyes have stuck with her ever since and she doesn’t shy away from echoing the line to her mother during stressful situations.
Although she’s often considered a polarizing character in the fandom, most viewers would say that she’s doing what she can to cope with the wild things happening around her. Her often misguided optimism does have its benefits sometimes, especially when Grace needs to hear comforting words about their family’s uncertain future.
Cal Stone:
“I Know What We Need To Do Now.”
When Cal disappears again towards the end of season 3, no one was expecting him to come back as a teenager. It seems as if the Callings have a grand puzzle in mind and as usual, Cal is the one person who can bring everyone together to solve it.
In the end, it doesn’t really matter as much to Grace that Cal knows what they need to do to possibly save the Lifeboat. Simply seeing that he’s okay and holding him one last time is more than enough to bring her comfort during her last moments. That said, fans are understandably curious about what exactly Cal meant with his vague statement in that thrilling finale. Audiences will hopefully find out what the Callings have in store for the passengers soon enough.
