The Buddy the Elf excited meme originates from the 2003 holiday classic 'Elf,' starring Will Ferrell. The template captures Buddy’s explosive reaction to the announcement that 'Santa is coming!' in Gimbels department store. This high-energy visual has become the internet’s go-to way to express pure, unadulterated joy or extreme anticipation. Since the movie's release, the image of Buddy jumping and screaming has transcended the holiday season, often used to react to everything from weekend plans to long-awaited product launches.