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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Snakes on a Plane” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21468 of the collection, and the 153rd 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 “Snakes on a Plane” meme mean?
The phrase expresses surprise at sudden chaos or frustration over unsolvable problems. People use it to highlight the absurdity of a crisis or the inevitability of impending disaster, often with dark humor.
Where does the “Snakes on a Plane” meme come from?
The meme originated in August 2005 when Samuel L. Jackson changed the working title *Pacific Air 121* to *Snakes on a Plane* during an interview. Screenwriter Josh Friedman then posted an enthusiastic blog entry titled “Snakes on a Mother fucking plane,” fueling online hype. A Something Awful forum launched parody threads on October 6, 2005. Jackson’s iconic quote became the verbal symbol of the phenomenon before the film’s release.
- August 2005Samuel L. Jackson and Josh Friedman spark buzz via interviews and blog posts.
- October 6, 2005A parody thread on Something Awful popularizes the concept visually.
How to use the “Snakes on a Plane” meme
- Use it to describe a meeting that goes wrong immediately after starting.
- Apply it to qualify a technical failure happening at the worst possible time.
- Employ it to mock a series of unfortunate coincidences piling up rapidly.
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The “Snakes on a Plane” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 68/100 · #153 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Snakes on a Plane” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Snakes on a Plane comes out of the Memes World series 72 as a rare 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 10 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
Snakes on a Plane meme meaning?
It describes a chaotic, absurd, or unexpected situation that arises suddenly.
Where does Snakes on a Plane come from?
From the 2006 film title, popularized by Samuel L. Jackson and screenwriter Josh Friedman in 2005.
What does Snakes on a Plane mean?
An internet term describing total disaster or absurdity occurring in a closed environment.
How do I get the Snakes on a Plane meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Snakes on a Plane” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Snakes on a Plane card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Snakes On A Plane: Hollywood's first time misreading ... · Snakes on a Plane Meme: 2006 Fan Hype Explained · Snakes on a Plane Turns 20: Internet Hit, Box Office Miss · checked on October 13, 2026.
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