Context

This famous quote is spoken by, who else, Inigo Montoya, played by Mandy Patinkin in The Princess Bride (directed by Rob Reiner, 1987). It's also a line from the original book by William Goldman.

It may seem inconceivable, but this wordy, not particularly zippy quote is one of the most famous lines in the classic book turned cult classic film The Princess Bride.

It may be the most straightforward and self-explanatory quote ever. Inigo Montoya's father was killed by Count Rugen, and he has waited his entire life to find the man, say these words, and exact his revenge.

When he finds Count Rugen, he plainly introduces himself and his mission: "Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya, you killed my father, prepare to die."

Try to ignore the comma splices.

Where you've heard it

You've probably only heard this one when people are trying to do impressions of Mandy Patinkin saying it.

Try it. It's fun.

Pretentious Factor

If you were to drop this quote at a dinner party, would you get an in-unison "awww" or would everyone roll their eyes and never invite you back? Here it is, on a scale of 1-10.

There is never any situation in real life you would ever have to use this quote… unless your name is Inigo Montoya and you find your father's killer. If that's you, well, good luck.