AboutWhat does the meme depict?

The 'This Is Fine' meme features a two-panel image of a dog with human-like attributes, calmly sitting in a room that is engulfed in flames. Originating from Gunshow, a webcomic series by K.C. Green, the dog in the meme is depicted trying to reassure itself by stating everything is fine, despite the dire situation around it. This meme is widely used to express feelings of self-denial or acceptance when faced with catastrophic or hopeless scenarios.

OriginWho did it first?

The 'This Is Fine' meme is adapted from a comic strip in the Gunshow series by K.C. Green. Specifically, it appears in the 648th comic, titled 'The Pills Are Working' or 'On Fire,' published on January 9th, 2013. The comic showcases a dog sitting placidly as the room around it is consumed by fire, ultimately disintegrating from the intense heat. This comic strip and its character have become iconic in meme culture. The original comic can be viewed here.^[1]

Origin: 2016

Also known as: dog-on-fire, dog-in-burning-house