Behind The GIFs is a creative internet subculture that originated primarily on platforms like Reddit and Imgur, where users create multi-panel comics to explain the nonsensical or bizarre events seen in real-world GIFs. The format typically involves several hand-drawn or illustrated panels that build a narrative—often absurd or mundane—which concludes with the GIF itself as the punchline. It gained massive popularity around 2013, turning confusing visual loops into coherent, comedic storytelling. The meme relies on the contrast between a grounded setup and the chaotic payoff of the animated clip, making it a favorite for visual storytellers and humorists alike.