25 Chauncey Gardiner Quotes from Being There

Chauncey Gardiner quotes will inspire you to get out in the world and live your life!

Chauncey was created by author Jerzy Kosinski for his 1970 novel Being There.

Actor Peter Sellers portrayed the character in the 1979 movie of the same name.

Chauncey’s real name is Chance, a middle-aged, simple-minded gardener who lives in the house of an older ma and tends his garden.

When the older man passes away, Chance is forced to leave the estate and venture into a world he has never experienced except through television.

When Chance is crossing a street, he is hit by a limousine, and when asked his name, he says, “Chance the Gardener,” but Eve Rand hears, “Chauncey Gardiner.”

Eve and her husband Ben take Chauncey back to their estate to recover, and they mistake him for a wealthy businessman that must have fallen on hard times.

They love what they deem his direct and wise insights.

Ben, an advisor to the President, introduces Chauncey to the President.

Take a look at these Chauncey Gardiner quotes to learn more about this character.

Best Chauncey Gardiner Quotes

Here are some of the best Chauncey Gardiner Quotes!

1. “I see.” — Chauncey Gardiner

2. “I can’t write.” — Chauncey Gardiner

3. “I like to watch TV.” — Chauncey Gardiner

4. “Yes, I’ve been here all my life.” — Chauncey Gardiner

5. “There will be growth in the spring!”— Chauncey Gardiner

6. “I would like to stay and work in my garden.”— Chauncey Gardiner

7. “This is just like television, only you can see much further.” — Chauncey Gardiner

8. “Have you looked outside and seen the snow? It’s very white.” — Chauncey Gardiner

9. “Mr. Thomas Franklin told me I must leave the old man’s house. He’s dead, you know.” — Chauncey Gardiner

10. “As long as the roots are not severed, all is well. And all will be well in the garden.” — Chauncey Gardiner

Chauncey Gardiner Quotes and Metaphors About Gardening

Enjoy these Chauncey quotes about gardening.

11. “In the garden, growth has its seasons.” — Chauncey Gardiner

12. “If the gardener does his job, everything will be fine.” — Chauncey Gardiner

13. “Some plants do well in the sun, and others grow better in the cool of the shade.”— Chauncey Gardiner

14. “It is possible for one side of the garden to be flooded, and the other side to be dry.”— Chauncey Gardiner

15. “It is the responsibility of the gardener to adjust to the bad seasons as well as enjoy the good ones.” — Chauncey Gardiner

16. “First comes spring and summer, but then we have fall and winter. And then we get spring and summer again.” — Chauncey Gardiner

17. “And if you give your garden a lot of love, and if you work very hard and have a lot of patience, in the proper season, you will see it grow to be very beautiful.” — Chauncey Gardiner

Memorable Chauncey Gardiner Quotes

Take a look at some of the most memorable quotes from Chauncey Gardiner.

18. “Hmm!” — Chauncey Gardiner

19. “It did hurt.” — Chauncey Gardiner

20. “I like to watch.” — Chauncey Gardiner

21. “Oh. Thank you.” — Chauncey Gardiner

22. “You there? I’m here.” — Chauncey Gardiner

23. “I never needed money.” — Chauncey Gardiner

24. “I will relay your message.” — Chauncey Gardiner

25. “I’m going to work in the garden.” — Chauncey Gardiner

What Happens to Chauncey?

When the President discusses the economy, Chauncey provides a story on how to manage a garden, and the President misinterprashis to be wise counsel on the economy.

Unwittingly, Chauncey becomes a trusted advisor and becomes famous, although he never really understands what is happening.

If you loved these Chauncey Gardiner quotes, you will enjoy reading the novel or watching the movie Being There.

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