Some context: Ted Cruz, apparently a fan of the 1987 classic “The Princess Bride,” has taken to reciting the line made famous by Patinkin’s character, Inigo Montoya, on the campaign trail.

Speaking to The New York Times, Patinkin said that his initial response to the Cruz/Princess Bride memes was, “How can I stop this?” The Tony winner adds that, as time progresses and Cruz’s ...