The Dr. Evil One Million Dollars meme originates from the 1997 comedy film Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery. After being cryogenically frozen for thirty years, the antagonist Dr. Evil, played by Mike Myers, attempts to hold the world ransom for what he believes is a staggering sum, unaware of three decades of inflation. The humor stems from his dramatic delivery, famously punctuated by placing his pinky finger to the corner of his mouth. Today, the meme is globally recognized and used to mock outdated ideas, highlight underwhelming amounts of money, or satirize any situation involving over-the-top, theatrical demands.