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“They're Eating Her!” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

"They're Eating Her!" is a quote from the 1990 movie Troll 2.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “They're Eating Her!” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21027 of the collection, and the 3rd 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 “They're Eating Her!” meme mean?

The phrase captures immediate, grotesque terror. In the original scene, the character realizes he will be devoured after seeing others eaten. Online, it is used to react with exaggerated humor to chaotic, unexpected, or visually shocking situations. The comedic value lies in the contrast between the horror of the text and the terrible cinematic quality of the clip, turning fear into collective laughter.

Where does the “They're Eating Her!” meme come from?

The sole source is the cult low-budget horror film Troll 2, released in 1990. The scene features the character Arnold, played by Darren Ewing, screaming as creatures devour a woman. The earliest documented digital trace is a YTMND page titled "Oh My GAHHHHHHHHD!", published by user onemoresolo on February 28, 2006, which looped the audio clip. Shortly after, on September 8, 2006, a YouTube video uploaded by Veovisjohn widely disseminated the excerpt. No TV broadcast or earlier source is documented; popularity stems exclusively from online audio and video sharing.

  1. 1990Release of the film Troll 2, containing the original screaming scene.
  2. February 28, 2006Publication of the YTMND page "Oh My GAHHHHHHHHD!" by user onemoresolo.
  3. September 8, 2006Upload of the YouTube video by Veovisjohn, initiating viral spread.

How to use the “They're Eating Her!” meme

  • React to a shocking or absurd image by posting a link to the scene.
  • Create a satirical audio remix on social media by replacing the original context.
  • Comment a dramatic YouTube comment by quoting the full phrase.

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The “They're Eating Her!” card in MyMemeCards

They're Eating Her! card
NumberNo. 21027
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 71
Fame74/100 · #3 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 71: 300 cards
  • Rare300100%

How to get the “They're Eating Her!” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; They're Eating Her! comes out of the Memes World series 71 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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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

"They're Eating Her!" meme origin?

The meme comes from the low-budget horror film Troll 2 (1990). It is the scream of the character Arnold facing the goblins.

Who is Darren Ewing Troll 2?

Darren Ewing plays the role of Arnold in Troll 2. He is the one who delivers the famous line during the attack scene.

"They're Eating Her!" meaning?

It literally means a woman is being eaten. The character adds that he will be the next target, expressing total panic.

"They're Eating Her!" real or fake?

The scene is real and comes directly from the film Troll 2. The actor indeed performs what is considered an awkward acting style.

How do I get the They're Eating Her! meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “They're Eating Her!” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the They're Eating Her! card?

It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: They're Eating Her! - Know Your Meme · Troll 2 | Know Your Meme · So Bad It's Good · checked on October 12, 2026.

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