Most quotable movie lines of the 80s

Finally, the ultimate list of the Most Quotable Movie Lines of the 80s. If you ever find yourself in need of a snappy comeback, I give you EIGHTY to choose from.

How did we pick them? Mostly through reader suggestions. But I also consulted the American Film Institute's list of the top 100 movie quotes and added a little common sense.

For example, when considering the lines, they were measured by:

• Are they lines recognized from fans outside the 80s?
• Can you use the line in everyday banter?
• Does the line have more than one possible meaning?
• Can you find the movie on TV often?

Some of the best lines from the 80s don't make the list because they fall short on those measures. Others still don't make it because they involve a set-up line, and I wanted to stick to a single quote.

As usual, I'm rolling out the list 20 items per day, starting with #61 through #80 today. Leave us a comment with your thoughts. And remember, if you don't like the results, refer to No. 78 for my response.

Today's big winners: "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" is no surprise with two entries today, but "Heathers?" Never a personal favorite of mine, but it sure has some classic lines. (Listen to the unfortunate podcast.)

MOST QUOTABLE LINES: No. 61-80

80. "I am looking for a dare to be great situation." (Say Anything)

79. "Would you qualify that as a launch problem, or a design problem?" (Real Genius)

78. "Lighten up, Francis" (Stripes)

77. "How would you like to have a sexual experience so intense, it could conceivably change your political views?" (The Sure Thing)

76. "Does Barry Manilow know you raid his wardrobe?" (Breakfast Club)

75. "How very." (Heathers)

74. "May I admire you again today?" (Pretty in Pink)

73. "Back off, man, I'm a scientist." (Ghostbusters)

72. "What are you, people? On dope?" (Fast Times at Ridgemont High)

71. "You ever dance with the devil by the pale moonlight?" (Batman)

70. "Well, f--- me gently with a chainsaw." (Heathers)

69. "Sixty-nine!" (Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure)

68. "Why don't you put your thumb up your butt?" (Ferris Bueller's Day Off)

67. "Nobody puts Baby in a corner." (Dirty Dancing)

66. "Seize the day, boys." (Dead Poet's Society)

65. "I am serious… and don't call me Shirley." (Airplane)

64. "If you build it, he will come." (Field of Dreams)

63. Up your butt, Jobu! (Major Leagues)

62. "Aloha, Mr. Hand." (Fast Times at Ridgemont High)

61. "You're a little monkey woman!" (Caddyshack)

Sneak peak at tomorrow: "Hey, everyone, we're all gonna give Rodney Dangerfield some respect!"

Comments

[chase]

Whoa, Up your butt, Francis, and Baby in a Corner allll in the bottom 20?? Must've been tough competition ... wow.

[CaylaV]

I completely agree. I would have though "Nobody puts Baby in a corner" would have ranked slightly higher, but that means that there are good ones to come. Can't wait to see the next 60!

[Marissa]

I believe Steve HATES that "baby in a corner" quote.
However, I'm SHOCKED and dismayed that "up your butt, Jobu" is ranked so low. I use it nearly daily. I admit that I have to explain where it's from to most people. Now I can come back with "What are you people? On dope!?"

[Al]

The 95th Grey Cup countdown has begun! T minus 2 hours to crowning the Canadian Football League champion!

[rxgator]

Isn't the Breakfast Club line "Does Barry Manilow know that you raid his wardrobe (instead of stole). I'm surprised at you Steve!

[Spears]

Yep, RxGator, you are right. Actually, that was cut and pasted from a reader recommendation. But I should have fixed it (and now magically I have).

Just consider the error a victim of a fuzzy day following last night's Florida-FSU game.

[Bassnote]

Good list so far. I can't wait to see what ranks higher.

[Jeff in Cuba]

Good for you Steve. That "Baby in the corner" thing is way over-rated. How do I know?

Because we had some friends over last month, and they brought their 7-month old. He was still asleep in his carrier, so they said "We'll just put the baby in the corner." And while I'm sure we all thought it, no one said it.

If you serve it up on a silver platter and no one takes a bite, it's time to change the menu.