The Dobby Security Camera Footage meme originated in June 2019 when Facebook user Vivian Gomez shared grainy CCTV footage of a strange, spindly creature walking down her driveway. The creature's distinctive gait and uncanny resemblance to Dobby the House-Elf from Harry Potter sparked a massive viral debate over whether the video was a supernatural occurrence, a CGI hoax, or simply a child wearing a mask. Since then, the template has become a staple for 'relatable creature' humor, typically used to represent someone sneaking around at night, leaving a social event awkwardly, or generally acting like a 'cryptid' in everyday situations.