The Outer Limits (1995) quotes

[opening narration] It is said the moving finger of fate, having written, is indelible. But what if destiny's trail could be erased and etched anew?

[closing narration] As our scientific knowledge expands so do the borders of our explorations, ultimately moving beyond the bounds of three dimensions.

[opening narration] When a heart has been turned cold by anger and grief, can patterns of destructive behavior be averted or are they predestined?

[closing narration] In an ever more complex and dangerous world, vigilance and guidance is needed for those most vulnerable to its cruelties... our children.

[opening narration] As humanity spreads to the stars, we will take with us our values and our laws. But how will those laws and moral judgements apply to creatures and cultures alien to our own?

[closing narration] Only by cutting through the darkness of ignorance and prejudice can we achieve true justice.

[opening narration] Our desire to exceed our own limitations can be a positive drive for self-improvement... or a siren calling us to self-destruction.

[closing narration] The values we instill in our children are those within ourselves. We should make sure they are the values we want them to live by... and die by.

[opening narration] When we awaken an intellect within our machines, will we enter a new enlightened age or a much darker one?

You're saying you've already done it? You created an AI program?

Oh, he's not just a program! He is a thinking entity!

It's able to absorb data, analyse it? Form its own opinions, make its own decisions?

Instantly and independently. And I am constantly evolving. Growing, you might say.

And this is what you're gonna use to take over the world?

Oh, nothing so James Bond. It's not about taking over! That is old thinking, tired thinking.

This isn't revolution, Zach. It's evolution.

Computers control more and more of our lives every day. They control our cars, our planes, our commerce, our homes, our telephones, even our toasters and our coffee makers. And people let them. Do you know why? Because people love their technology! They love the comfort and security that it brings!

People have become dependent on their machines. Soon they will give over control of their lives, and they will do so willingly.

How can you be so sure?

Because this global intelligence I've created will make them feel safe, secure and cared for. No more hunger, no more war, no more fear!

But what happens when the skills needed to run this brave new technological world exceed the ability of humans?

The only way our species will be able to survive is to merge with our technology!

Is that what Prometheus promised you?

[reveals an implant behind his ear] It's already begun.

I don't understand, you want to destroy Prometheus as much as I do.

You're right, I did. But I was wrong. I wish you could see it, Megan. It's an amazing program, and it's gonna change the world forever. And I, for one, am gonna welcome it. But I gotta admit, I had to go through a bit of excruciating pain before I could see the light.

[closing narration] In trying to create machines that think, we should take care that we don't end up creating a new race that will supplant our own.

[opening narration] They say you are the sum of your experiences. But what happens when an event from your past prevents you from defining your future?

[closing narration] Fear can be a powerful and driving emotion but it is no match for the love between mother and child.

[opening narration] We believe ourselves to be an essentially noble race. But would that same assessment be made from a truly objective view?