Memorable quotes are what differentiate good movies from unforgettable and everlasting ones. While there are many films with iconic quotes, most cater to specific circumstances.
However, there are a few films out there with lines that can be integrated seamlessly into everyday life, hence leaving the film's legacy with its viewers and immortalizing their memories and impact. Amidst such a selection of usable quotes, Redditors have taken to narrowing the list down to the most used in everyday life.
"She doesn't even go here!"
Mean Girls
One of the most hilarious and classic 2000s movies is Mean Girls, the Lindsay Lohan starring teen comedy about the trials and tribulations of high school life.
Redditor StickyRicky17 commented that the film is "such a beautifully quotable movie," with many fans quoting this line in particular as one they use day-to-day. While the quote is not one of the most relevant in most scenarios, the line's nostalgia, comedic connotations, and overall absurdity make it a popular one for daily use
"What's in the box!?"
Se7en
Se7en is a suspenseful thriller movie that nailed its final scene, so this quote arrives at a very dramatic and high-stakes moment in the film, the quote has since been used in much more lighthearted and everyday situations by fans.
Redditor piscian19 stated: "that might just be me literally any time I see a box. My cat thinks it's hilarious." The quote's dramatic delivery and application to all box openings (especially in the world of online ordering) easily make it one of the movie lines most used in daily life.
"Well, nobody's perfect."
Some Like It Hot
The line, which was taken out of context from the classic black and white comedy, Some Like It Hot, has become widely used thanks to its central message and the perfect balance of nonchalance and acceptance.
The quote is used by some as a dismissal of small imperfections, by others as a comedic take, and others still as a push for inclusion and diversity; all fans use it almost daily for its multitudes. Redditor Trixiebees loves the line "because it seems like such a basic... quote but in the context of the movie it’s definitely not basic!"
"I'm walking here!"
Midnight Cowboy
Midnight Cowboy's "I'm walking here!" (exclaimed by Dustin Hoffman's character after almost being hit by a taxi) has become one of the film's most remembered lines.
So much so, that Reddit users have declared it as one of their most used lines in daily life. This makes sense, given the quote's fame, broad context, and the many interruptions one can experience whilst walking. Redditor travelling_tree stated "Never even watched it, but I know that quote," proving its universality and applicability.
"Hold on to your butts."
Jurassic Park
Samuel L. Jackson's iconic line from Jurassic Park - one of the best dinosaur movies - has been turned into a meme for years now, and has become a daily utterance for fans given the nostalgia, hilarity, and absurdity behind it.
As Redditor dpucanuck cleared up the line's meaning, explaining that"he’s also talking about cigarette butts, specifically the one dangling from his mouth when he flips the switch." However, the phrase has become too popular and amusing to be taken in the original context, with fans using it daily for its more literal and hilarious interpretation.
"Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man."
The Big Lebowski
The cult classic comedy film and most rewatchable Coen brothers movie, The Big Lebowski, is often remembered today through its most meme-ified moment from the film, and a quote Redditors state they use most often in their day-to-day lives.
The Dude's delivery of the line, its polite yet condescending tone, along with the nonchalance and confidence that comes with the utterance - not to mention its relevant usage in virtually any debate - make it a go-to for Redditors like mcfinnish, who added that "the relatively obscure quote [is] always said by the person you least suspect too."
"Well, that escalated quickly."
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
After a random rival battle, Ron and co. in Anchorman sit down to discuss and cool down after the event, when he states his legendary "well, that escalated quickly."
Whether it be a minor inconvenience or a rapidly cascading crisis, the phrase can be used in various ways and contexts, making it a staple for everyday conversation for Redditors like crash218579, who verified that they "definitely say it regularly."
"Alrighty then!"
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
One of Jim Carrey's best characters, the over-the-top, hilarious, and at times annoying pet detective, Ace Ventura, has many identifying traits; however, none are as prominent and memorable as his signature "Alrighty then!"
The phrase is an effective way to end awkward or any conversations, as well as a fitting exclamation for essentially any instance where something goes awry or one has nothing else to say. This is why fans use it so often, such as Redditor chaosinmybrain who stated it as their "second most used. Ace Ventura is golden."
"I have a bad feeling about this."
Star Wars Series
The Star Wars franchise's usage of the phrase "I have a bad feeling about this" (and its variations) has become a bit of an ongoing gag within the series, as most important installments have an instance where the phrase is muttered.
While Redditor frolix42 thinks it's a "quote from everyday life that Lucas cribbed for Empire Strikes Back," most fans and movie-lovers enjoy using the phrase to stay connected to the franchise, with the line's ominous tone and inside-joke-like value adding to their enjoyment of using the phrase in different scenarios.
"I'll Be Back."
The Terminator
The Terminator's cultural impact as one of the best sci-fi films made has been proven time and again, but the fact that this is the top upvoted quote, combined with a Redditor commenting that they "literally just used this quote not even 10 minutes ago" proves the film's significance yet again.
Arnold's strong voice stating the phrase, combined with its versatility and the fact that it can be used in almost any context (given its broadness) easily make it one of the movie quotes most used in daily life.