80/100 On the Waterfront
Columbia Pictures/Courtesy Neal Peters Collection Contrary to popular belief, Brando’s most famous line — “I coulda been a contender” — was not improvised. See the box office totals, famous quotes and more. Director: Elia Kazan Cast: Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Lee J. Cobb, Eva Marie Saint Domestic lifetime gross (adjusted for inflation, 2014): No numbers available Famous quote: “I coulda had class. I coulda been a contender. I coulda been somebody, instead of a bum, which is what I am…” — Terry Malloy Contrary to popular belief, Brando’s most famous line — “I coulda been a contender” — was not improvised.
