The Sad Pablo Escobar meme, also known as 'Waiting Pablo Escobar,' originates from several scenes in the second season of the Netflix series Narcos. The images feature actor Wagner Moura as the infamous drug kingpin in various states of melancholic boredom—standing alone in a courtyard, sitting on a swing set, and staring into an empty swimming pool. Since emerging on Reddit in late 2016, the template has become the internet's universal symbol for the feeling of being in limbo or waiting for something that never seems to arrive. Its relatable depiction of quiet isolation has made it a favorite for gamers awaiting new releases and fans of dry, situational humor.