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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Turanga Leela” is an epic card of the Memes World series 77, number 22862 of the collection, and the 22nd best-known meme of its 138 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Turanga Leela” meme mean?
The character embodies calm authority and composure within the Futurama crew: a single look from her is often enough to end an argument or put a colleague back in their place. The card reuses that trait as a symbol of quiet confidence and silent authority, fitting for any situation where presence alone settles a debate.
Where does the “Turanga Leela” meme come from?
Turanga Leela appears from the very start of Futurama, an animated series created by Matt Groening and developed with David X. Cohen, first aired on 28 March 1999. The character, who has a single eye, captains the delivery ship of the Planet Express company and shares an on-and-off relationship with Philip J. Fry, the delivery boy cryogenically frozen around the turn of the year 2000 who later joins the crew. Her name references composer Olivier Messiaen's Turangalîla-Symphonie, and her backstory gradually reveals that she actually comes from the sewers of New New York rather than another planet, a twist that stood out to the show's viewers.
- 1999Futurama first airs, with Turanga Leela among the main characters.
How to use the “Turanga Leela” meme
- Reference Turanga Leela to describe a stare that settles an argument on its own.
- Compare someone to Leela to highlight their composure in a tense situation.
- Mention the Planet Express captain when talking about the Futurama crew.
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The “Turanga Leela” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 77 |
| Fame | 78/100 · #22 of 138 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Turanga Leela” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Turanga Leela comes out of the Memes World series 77 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.
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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
Who is Turanga Leela?
She is a character from the animated series Futurama, captain of the Planet Express delivery ship, recognizable by her single eye.
Where does the name Turanga Leela come from?
It references composer Olivier Messiaen's Turangalîla-Symphonie.
Why is Leela's stare well known?
Because her composure and quiet authority within the crew are often enough to settle a debate with a single look.
How do I get the Turanga Leela meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Turanga Leela” is an epic card of the Memes World series 77. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Turanga Leela card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Turanga Leela (Wikipédia) · Futurama (Wikipédia) · checked on October 30, 2026.
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