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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The Shawshank Redemption” is an epic card of the Memes World series 77, number 22857 of the collection, and the 10th best-known meme of its 138 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “The Shawshank Redemption” meme mean?
This image embodies the explosion of joy after a period of stress, boredom, or prolonged constraint. It expresses physical and moral liberation, the feeling of having overcome adversity to regain freedom. The dominant emotion is one of personal triumph, often tinged with irony regarding mundane situations felt as oppressive by those living them daily.
Where does the “The Shawshank Redemption” meme come from?
The image comes from the American drama film *The Shawshank Redemption*, directed by Frank Darabont and released in 1994. The scene shows Andy Dufresne, played by Tim Robbins, emerging from a sewage pipe after digging a tunnel for years. Under a torrential downpour, he raises his arms to the sky, symbolizing his rebirth and return to freedom after unjust imprisonment. Although the film has become an absolute classic of modern cinema, the exact origin of its use as an internet meme remains unknown. No specific creator or date of viral publication has been identified in available sources. The image simply emerged gradually in digital culture as a universal visual archetype of deliverance.
How to use the “The Shawshank Redemption” meme
- Post this photo on the first Friday evening of July to mark the start of holidays.
- Share the image immediately after receiving results from a dreaded exam.
- Use this visual to celebrate the end of a particularly heavy work week.
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The “The Shawshank Redemption” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 77 |
| Fame | 85/100 · #10 of 138 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The Shawshank Redemption” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The Shawshank Redemption comes out of the Memes World series 77 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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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
What does the Shawshank Redemption meme mean?
It refers to the final scene of the movie where the hero exits the tunnel in the rain. It has become an internet symbol of relief and freedom after a trial.
Who is in the Shawshank Redemption meme video?
Tim Robbins plays Andy Dufresne, the main protagonist of the 1994 film The Shawshank Redemption.
Why do people use the Shawshank Redemption meme?
People use it to illustrate a moment of great joy following the end of stress, an obligation, or a unpleasant situation.
How do I get the The Shawshank Redemption meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The Shawshank Redemption” is an epic card of the Memes World series 77. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the The Shawshank Redemption card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Awesome Moments in The Shawshank Redemption · Rita Hayworth et la Rédemption de Shawshank - Films - SensCritique · Dernières Critiques du film Les Evadés - Page 2 · checked on October 29, 2026.
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