This is a list of catchphrases found in British and American television and film, where a catchphrase is a short phrase or expression that has gained usage beyond its initial scope. These are not merely catchy sayings. Even though some sources may identify a phrase as a catchphrase, this list is for those that meet the definition given in the lead section of the catchphrase article and are notable for their widespread use within the culture.

This list is distinct from the list of political catchphrases.

List of catchphrases in American and British mass media

In British culture

In American television

Catchphrases from events, interviews, and commercials are not included.

List of catchphrases in American and British mass media

In cinema

See also

AFI's 100 Years...100 Movie Quotes

List of Internet memes

Notes

References

External links

Mass media lists

List of catchphrases in American and British mass media