MyMemeCards editorial team
Watch the ref
Nobody has added this meme's ref yet. Got the original video or post?
In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Surprised Patrick” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20852 of the collection, and the 66th 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 “Surprised Patrick” meme mean?
This format expresses surprise, confusion, or shock in response to an unexpected and often illogical situation. The humor comes from the contrast between Patrick's frozen expression and the context he is placed in. It is used to react to plot twists, surprising news, or ridiculous failures. The exaggerated reaction serves as an ironic commentary on any surprising event, turning simple emotion into a visual punchline.
Where does the “Surprised Patrick” meme come from?
The image originates from the animated feature film The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie, released in 2004. In this scene, SpongeBob and Patrick Star sit near a cliff after their vehicle, the Patty Mobile, crashes. Patrick displays a stunned expression with his mouth open and eyes wide. The first documented occurrence of this image as a GIF dates back to January 29, 2008, on the graphics website Glitter-Graphics. The creator of this GIF remains unknown. The format later developed as a Photoshop meme, adding the cutout character to humorous situations. A YouTube video published on January 3, 2010, showed Patrick with various filters, potentially contributing to its spread, though the exact link to its popularity is uncertain.
- 2004Release of the film The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie containing the original scene.
- January 29, 2008Documented publication of the first GIF version on the Glitter-Graphics website.
- January 3, 2010Upload of a YouTube video showing Patrick with various visual filters.
How to use the “Surprised Patrick” meme
- Insert Patrick's face into images of natural disasters to highlight the absurdity of the situation.
- Use the GIF during online discussions to mark your astonishment at surprising news.
- Photoshop the character into fictional historical scenarios to create a funny anachronistic contrast.
Also searched as
- Patrick Star shocked face
- Surprised Patrick GIF
- SpongeBob movie Patrick scene
- surprised Patrick meme origin
- surprised Patrick meaning
- source film surprised Patrick
- first publication date surprised Patrick
The “Surprised Patrick” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20852 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 79/100 · #66 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Surprised Patrick” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Surprised Patrick 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.
Open your free pack
5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
Free · no account needed
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
Memes like “Surprised Patrick”
More cards of the Memes World series 70
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Surprised Patrick meme come from?
It comes from the animated film The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie released in 2004. The scene shows Patrick Star with a shocked expression near a cliff after their vehicle crashes.
What does Surprised Patrick mean?
This meme expresses surprise, shock, or confusion in response to an unexpected event. It is used to highlight the absurdity or surprising nature of a situation through contrast.
What is the origin of the Surprised Patrick gif?
The first documented GIF dates back to January 29, 2008, on the Glitter-Graphics website. The creator of this initial creation remains unknown according to available sources.
How do I get the Surprised Patrick meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Surprised Patrick” 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 Surprised Patrick card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Surprised Patrick · knowyourmeme.com › memes › patrick-starPatrick Star - Know Your Meme · Surprised Patrick Meme: Origin, Spread and History · checked on October 11, 2026.
Read next
Want Surprised Patrick in your collection?
Open your free pack: 5 meme cards, no account needed.