19 times Gandalf from Lord Of The Rings failed to resist his sass

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Ian McKellen in LOTR: The Two Towers | Image via New Line Cinema

8) "Fool of a Took!"( LOTR- The Fellowship of the Ring)

Ian McKellen in LOTR: The Fellowship Of The Ring | Image via New Line Cinema

The quote from The Fellowship of the Ring is a classic example of Gandalf's blunt and sassy reprimands. When Pippin's curiosity leads him to cause a loud commotion by accidentally dropping a stone into a well in Moria, Gandalf's exasperated outburst is both a scolding and a humorous moment. Gandalf's sharp retort is delivered with a mix of frustration and affection, reminding Pippin (and the audience) of the seriousness of their quest.