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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Bold Move Cotton” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20849 of the collection, and the 37th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Bold Move Cotton” meme mean?
This format expresses mocking skepticism toward an audacious but potentially disastrous action. Users post a scenario where someone takes an unnecessary risk or makes a weird choice. The caption “It’s a bold move, Cotton; let’s see if it pays off” highlights the absurdity of the attempt. It indirectly criticizes a decision while showing anticipation for its likely failure.
Where does the “Bold Move Cotton” meme come from?
The meme originates from the comedy film *Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story* (2004). In a scene parodying sports broadcasts, commentators Cotton McKnight and Pepper Brooks analyze a team that forfeits the finals. Pepper Brooks, played by Jason Bateman, delivers his famous line to his colleague Cotton, portrayed by Gary Cole. The image freezes these two detached observers. The format emerged on Quickmeme on February 25, 2012, under the title “Bold Move Cotton.” Although the original quote says “bold strategy,” the internet version popularized “bold move.” The meme spread widely on Reddit in April 2013, especially in r/AdviceAnimals, becoming a standard for commenting on strategic errors.
- 2004Release of the movie Dodgeball containing the original commentator scene.
- February 25, 2012Creation of the Quickmeme page titled “Bold Move Cotton.”
- April 28, 2013Publication of the source video on Reddit in the r/videos community.
How to use the “Bold Move Cotton” meme
- Share a photo of someone trying to lift an object too heavy to show the futility of the effort.
- Comment on a political article describing an unpopular measure by highlighting the lack of foresight.
- Reply to a friend who announces they applied for a job without experience with irony.
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The “Bold Move Cotton” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 80/100 · #37 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Bold Move Cotton” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Bold Move Cotton comes out of the Memes World series 70 as an epic 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 20 MemeCoins.
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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
What is bold move cotton?
It is a meme based on a quote from the movie Dodgeball. Two sports commentators observe a strange decision and launch a sarcastic phrase to wait for the outcome.
Who is cotton in dodgeball?
Cotton McKnight is a secondary character played by actor Gary Cole. He portrays a sports commentator alongside Pepper Brooks in the TV show parody within the film.
Bold move cotton meaning?
The expression mocks risky or clumsy actions. It serves to observe with amusement a situation that seems destined to fail.
What is the exact bold move cotton quote?
The original line says “It’s a bold strategy, Cotton. Let’s see if it pays off for ’em.” Internet users often changed “strategy” to “move” to simplify it.
How do I get the Bold Move Cotton meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Bold Move Cotton” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Bold Move Cotton card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Bold Move Cotton · That's a bold move Cotton? · Bold Move, Cotton – Meaning, Origin, Usage - DigitalCultures · checked on October 11, 2026.
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