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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Racaille de Shangaï” is a common card of the Memes FR pack, number 4611 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3498 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Racaille de Shangaï” meme mean?
The line gets quoted for its deliberate comedic mismatch: a character completely misreads who he's talking to by imitating an accent meant to signal an origin the other person has nothing to do with. People bring it back as a nostalgic quote among fans of the Éric and Ramzy duo, or to comment on a situation where someone totally misjudges the person in front of them. The humor rests on the absurdity of the mix-up rather than on mockery itself, in the spirit of the popular French comedies of the 2000s it comes from.
Where does the “Racaille de Shangaï” meme come from?
The line comes from a film by French comedy duo Éric and Ramzy, featuring a scene where a character imitates a Chinese accent toward a French person who simply has almond-shaped eyes, creating a comedic mix-up. The duo notably starred in “La Tour Montparnasse infernale,” a French comedy directed by Charles Nemes, shot in 2000 and released in 2001, which was a major popular success and left several lines as cult quotes among French audiences. The phrase kept circulating long after the film's release, reused as a quote or video clip by fans of the duo on social platforms, where its deliberate absurdity still amuses new generations of viewers.
- 2001Release of “La Tour Montparnasse infernale,” a comedy by Éric and Ramzy directed by Charles Nemes and shot in 2000, with a scene that popularized the line.
How to use the “Racaille de Shangaï” meme
- Quoting the line among fans of the Éric and Ramzy duo to bring up a cult scene.
- Commenting on a situation where someone completely misjudges a person's origin.
- Reusing the line as a caption on a video clip from the film for its comedic effect.
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The “Racaille de Shangaï” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 4611 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #753 of 3498 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @tonic |
How to get the “Racaille de Shangaï” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Racaille de Shangaï comes out of the Memes FR pack as a common 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 5 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
Which film does “Racaille de Shangaï” come from?
It comes from a comedy by French duo Éric and Ramzy, featuring a scene where a character imitates a Chinese accent toward a French person who simply has almond-shaped eyes.
Who are Éric and Ramzy?
Éric and Ramzy are a French comedy duo who starred in several popular comedies in the 2000s, with lines that remain cult quotes.
Why is this line funny?
Because it rests on an absurd comedic mix-up, where a character completely misreads the origin of the person standing in front of him.
Is the line still quoted today?
Yes, it still circulates as a video clip or nostalgic quote among fans of the Éric and Ramzy duo.
How do I get the Racaille de Shangaï meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Racaille de Shangaï” is a common card of the Memes FR pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Racaille de Shangaï card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: La Tour Montparnasse infernale — Wikipédia · checked on October 30, 2026.
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