AboutWhat does the meme depict?
The "Whatcha Got There" meme features a screenshot from the American TV series iCarly, specifically a scene with the character Spencer Shay. In this image, Spencer is seen holding a drink, but the scene is known for his humorous misinterpretation related to his newly acquired ostrich, Marvin. The meme is typically used to depict scenarios of comical misdirection or avoidance, focusing on the labeled object in the image to emphasize the misinterpretation.
OriginWho did it first?
The meme originated from an episode of the TV show iCarly titled "iMeet Fred," which was broadcast on February 16th, 2009, on Nickelodeon (wiki). In this episode, the character Spencer Shay purchases an ostrich that he names Marvin and brings it to his apartment. An iconic moment occurs when Spencer's sister asks him about the ostrich, and he mistakenly thinks she is asking about his drink, leading to a humorous exchange. This scene was captured and turned into the meme template. The full scene can be viewed here on YouTube.[1]
Origin: 2009