“Done, Drill Sergeant!” – Forrest Gump, Forrest Gump ... Movie Quotes Database

Forrest Gump

[The recruits are stripping down and reassembling their M-14 rifles; Forrest finishes well ahead of the others]

Done, Drill Sergeant!

Drill Sergeant

[off screen]

GUMP! [Hurrying over] Why did you put that weapon together so quickly, Gump?!

Forrest Gump

You told me to, Drill Sergeant.

Drill Sergeant

[Looks at a stopwatch he is holding]

Jesus H. Christ! This is a new company record. If it wouldn't be a waste of such a damn fine enlisted man, I'd recommend you for OCS, Private Gump! You are gonna be a general someday, Gump! Now, disassemble your weapon and continue!

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