The 'Creepy Mr. Mime' meme gained massive traction following the 2018 trailer for the live-action movie 'POKÉMON Detective Pikachu.' While fans were accustomed to the character's friendly 2D appearance, the hyper-realistic CGI rendition featured textured skin and an intense, wide-eyed stare that many found deeply disturbing. This 'uncanny valley' effect quickly turned Mr. Mime into an internet icon for unwanted observation, social awkwardness, and existential dread. Today, the template is widely used to represent situations where someone is being watched or when a person is caught in a moment of silent, awkward intensity.