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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Les Guignols de l’info” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20786 of the collection, and the 229th 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 “Les Guignols de l’info” meme mean?
This meme evokes nostalgia for an era when political satire was embodied by latex characters. It refers to dark humor, memorable voice impressions, and a form of entertaining journalism that shaped French television culture for three decades.
Where does the “Les Guignols de l’info” meme come from?
The show was created on Canal+ on August 29, 1988, initially titled Les Arènes de l’info. It was renamed Les Guignols de l’info in 1990. The concept relied on simplified puppets mimicking politicians, athletes, and artists. The format parodied traditional news broadcast codes. Broadcasting ended on June 22, 2018. The show left a lasting mark on the French collective imagination through its vocal imitations and freedom of tone.
- 1988Creation of the show under the title Les Arènes de l’info on Canal+.
- 1990Official renaming to Les Guignols de l’info.
- 2018End of broadcasting after thirty years of parody.
How to use the “Les Guignols de l’info” meme
- Reference the show during a political debate to highlight the current lack of similar satire.
- Use the caption as a nostalgic reference in a comment about the history of French television.
- Associate the image with an absurd or caricature-like current situation to recall the Guignols style.
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The “Les Guignols de l’info” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20786 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 50/100 · #229 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @sparkshead |
How to get the “Les Guignols de l’info” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Les Guignols de l’info 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 are les guignols de l'info?
It is a French satirical TV show using puppets to parody political and media news.
Les guignols de l'info end date?
The show stopped airing on June 22, 2018, after more than twenty-five years on air.
Les guignols de l'info canal+?
The program was produced and broadcast exclusively on the cable channel Canal+ since its creation in 1988.
How do I get the Les Guignols de l’info meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Les Guignols de l’info” 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 Les Guignols de l’info card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
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