The 'Like That's Ever Gonna Happen' meme originates from the opening scene of the 2001 DreamWorks film Shrek. In the scene, Shrek is seen reading a fairytale book about a beautiful princess being rescued, only to rip out a page and mock the idea of a 'happily ever after' before flushing his outhouse toilet. The meme serves as the ultimate expression of skepticism and sarcasm. It is widely used across social media to dismiss unrealistic goals, corporate lies, or any scenario where a positive outcome is clearly impossible. Its longevity stems from Shrek's relatable cynicism and the perfect comedic timing of the line delivery.