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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Serious Lifeguard Fish” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22121 of the collection, and the 53rd 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 “Serious Lifeguard Fish” meme mean?
This meme expresses unequivocal judgment. It conveys disapproval, annoyance, suspicion, or disbelief towards an absurd statement or a failed joke. Users employ it to embody a critical, silent, and intense gaze, denoting their incredulity or displeasure at a situation deemed ridiculous or stupid, without needing words.
Where does the “Serious Lifeguard Fish” meme come from?
The image comes from the SpongeBob SquarePants episode "Ripped Pants," aired on July 17, 1999. It shows Lifeguard Frank, also known as Incidental 155, after SpongeBob faked drowning. In reality, his pants are just torn. The character then drops SpongeBob with an annoyed expression and walks away. The first online trace dates back to December 29, 2009, on YouTube by user FlashingTights in a video titled Make This the Most Thumbed Down Video in History. A documented occurrence on Reddit, in /r/funny, is dated October 24, 2011. The exact creation date of the advice animal format and its first publication platform remain unknown.
- 1999Airing of the SpongeBob SquarePants episode "Ripped Pants" on July 17.
- 2009First identified online trace: screenshot posted on YouTube on December 29 by FlashingTights.
- 2011Documented occurrence on Reddit, in the /r/funny subreddit, on October 24.
How to use the “Serious Lifeguard Fish” meme
- Use this image to react to an absurd claim on social media.
- Share this meme to express your annoyance at a clumsy joke.
- Employ it to show your suspicion or disbelief at a ridiculous situation.
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The “Serious Lifeguard Fish” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 64/100 · #53 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Serious Lifeguard Fish” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Serious Lifeguard Fish comes out of the Memes World series 74 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
What is the Serious Lifeguard Fish?
It is an advice animal from SpongeBob SquarePants showing Lifeguard Frank with a deadpan, disapproving expression.
Serious Lifeguard Fish meaning?
It expresses disapproval, annoyance, suspicion, or disbelief towards absurdity or a ridiculous situation.
Who is the Serious Lifeguard Fish character?
It is Lifeguard Frank, also known as Incidental 155, a secondary character from the series.
Where does the Serious Lifeguard Fish meme come from?
It originates from the final scene of the "Ripped Pants" episode aired on July 17, 1999.
How do I get the Serious Lifeguard Fish meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Serious Lifeguard Fish” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Serious Lifeguard Fish card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Serious Lifeguard Fish · 15 SpongeBob Squinting Fish Memes when You Don't Trust It - MemeCrow · List of memes | Encyclopedia SpongeBobia - Fandom · checked on October 16, 2026.
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