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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “5 Second Movies” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21667 of the collection, and the 31st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “5 Second Movies” meme mean?
The meme highlights the ridiculousness of movie plots through extreme brevity. By reducing complex stories to just a few recognizable lines, fast cuts, or famous tropes, it mocks cinematic clichés and overlong expositions. Online, the concept serves as a comedic shorthand to describe lightning-fast recaps, satirical plot breakdowns, or exaggerated summaries of popular media.
Where does the “5 Second Movies” meme come from?
The concept originated with American online comedian Doug Walker and his brother Rob, known as The Other Guy. While casually making humorous running commentaries over movies at home, the brothers decided to edit down entire titles into micro-sketches lasting five seconds. Walker uploaded the first piece to YouTube as an offhand joke, but it unexpectedly took off with audiences. Film databases like IMDb associate the series with the year 2007, though the exact premiere date and specific initial title remain undocumented. It is separate from Brian Firenzi’s comedy group 5-Second Films.
- 2007Doug Walker begins publishing his condensed five-second parodies on YouTube.
How to use the “5 Second Movies” meme
- Sharing a five-second clip to mock the predictable twist of a recent blockbuster.
- Describing a supercut that mocks an overly complex movie franchise in just a few frames.
- Labeling a very brief, punchy video recap of an iconic cinematic classic.
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The “5 Second Movies” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21667 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “5 Second Movies” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; 5 Second Movies comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who created 5 Second Movies?
The series was created by online humorist Doug Walker alongside his brother Rob Walker.
Is 5 Second Movies the same as 5-Second Films?
No, 5-Second Films is an entirely distinct sketch comedy outfit founded by Brian Firenzi.
What was the very first 5 Second Movie?
The exact title and original upload date of the first installment remain unknown in documented records.
How do I get the 5 Second Movies meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “5 Second Movies” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the 5 Second Movies card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: ThatGuyWithTheGlasses - Channel Awesome Wiki - Fandomthatguywiththeglasses.fandom.com › wiki › ThatGuyWithTheGlasses · Doug Walker - Know Your Meme · 5 Second Movies · checked on October 14, 2026.
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