The Joker meme explosion followed the 2019 release of 'Joker,' starring Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck. Iconic scenes, particularly the 'Stair Dance' at the Bronx's Shakespeare Avenue and the tense interview with Murray Franklin, became instant internet classics. These memes often touch on themes of social alienation, irony, and 'clown-like' behavior in everyday situations. The phrase 'We live in a society'—originally associated with the character—evolved into a meta-commentary on gamer culture and internet edge-lords, making the Joker a versatile symbol for both genuine frustration and satirical absurdity.