The 'Making a Murderer' meme stems from the 2015 Netflix true crime documentary series that chronicled the story of Steven Avery. While the show explored deep systemic issues in the American legal system, the internet quickly turned its dramatic poster and title into a versatile meme format. It is primarily used to jokingly label someone as a budding criminal or a troublemaker based on minor, chaotic actions, such as a cat knocking over a vase or a child causing a minor disaster. The meme plays on the tension between the series' heavy subject matter and the absurdity of daily life, making it a staple for anyone wanting to add a cinematic, high-stakes flair to a funny situation.