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Prank videos and hidden camera shows have long revealed the crazy things people do when they think no one is looking. Few types of content have more viral potential than seeing someone get caught in a hilariously compromising position or doing something utterly weird. Authenticity is key here.

If you’ve ever wondered what life is like on the other side of the world or how people act when they don’t know they’re being watched, then Google Street View is your best bet. It’s a treasure trove of hilarious moments captured by Google’s camera cars as they drive through cities worldwide.

Google Street View started in 2007 as the absurd idea to create a 360-degree map of the world using cars equipped with cameras. The tech giant has since captured a significant portion of the Earth’s surface. It’s an incredible tool for visually exploring the world, but it works even better as a gold mine of random moments — and yeah, we’re saying that because we love laughing at other people’s silliness!

While on the clock, Street View drivers have recorded countless people doing the funniest things in public. From random glitches to bizarre stunts, Street View has given us plenty of fodder for a good laugh. Here are some of our favorite funny Google Street View pics, including people who got creative with their wardrobe choices and candid footage of people getting caught off guard.

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I Saw A Google Street View Car In My Neighborhood And Took Swift Action. 8 Years Later And My Brother Just Informed Me That It Worked

I Saw A Google Street View Car In My Neighborhood And Took Swift Action. 8 Years Later And My Brother Just Informed Me That It Worked

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Batman Is Coming To Save The World

Batman Is Coming To Save The World

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Nathaniel
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Batman lose his driving licence? Also I like how they have blurred his mask, so you cannot identify Batman. In his Batmask.

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#12

That's Something I Don't See Every Day

That's Something I Don't See Every Day

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Nathaniel
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just when you thought it was safe to back into the attic.

Alexej Dvorak
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's actually an art installation, and has been there for over 30 years. Watch Tom Scott's Video on it for example. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCDIhq9nMBE

Chez2202
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I saw an article about this a few months ago. It’s been there for quite a long time and now some jobsworth is going on about lack of planning permission. I’d make them go and discuss it with the other sharks. Killjoy.

Susan De Nimes
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was deliberately installed to annoy the city planners who, bizarrely, had no rules prohibiting the installation of sharks in roofs. Now the city council protect it as a tourist attraction.

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Markus Weiler
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There must have been bloodshed under the roof, sharks can smell it miles away

I am an Alien
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If aliens look at google maps for historical accuracy of our species (I know there's a lot of holes in this) we should just accept that we're not going to be remembered correctly.

Aaron Kara
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We need something to plug that hole in the roof. Like a shark?

Psycho Princess
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think they may have just missed the sharknado that led up to this event. Lol

Marilyn Holt
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This was featured on CBC radio several years ago. Neighbours were very upset.

kassidy barnes
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

oh no not a other shark in the roof I already have to fix so many times

Wyndmere
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great solution. If the city planners won't leave you alone about a yard issue, simply install a giant shark as an art piece on your roof. That'll annoy them so much they'll forget all about the yard issue. Brilliant

PurpleUnicorn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I remember reading about this, isn't it an art installation or something?

Gina Babe
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"too high street" --"man, they have sharks in the roofs bro!!"

Wayward Winchester
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sharknado a rather rare weather phenomenon can happen anywhere if conditions are right

Viki Short
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Too much slack in the line. Ya don't gotta play em that loose!

The Meme Queen
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the people walking don't look disturbed, this must be a normal occurrence

Sheba's Mum
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Headington, Oxfordshire. Been there for years, ever since I was a kid. I'm over 40 now.

Dan Flo
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That loan sharks interest rates realy went through the roof.

Shyla Bouche
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The whale aimed at the ground and missed. Therefore, the whale is flying.

Riley Quinn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The Headington Shark (proper name Untitled 1986) is a rooftop sculpture located at 2 New High Street, Headington, Oxford, England, depicting a large shark embedded head-first in the roof of a house. It was protest art, put up without permission, to be symbolic of bombs crashing into buildings. --Wikipedia

John Dilligaf
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

unless you happen to live in that neighborhood, then you do see it every day

BoredFox
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The baby: Shark!!!! Grown ups: Don't be silly, there wouln't be- *looks up* AHHHHH

TailsFangirl03
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Look at the people walking by..."Oh, a shark in the roof...must be Monday."

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Lunch Time

Lunch Time

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Mad Dragon
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bears know that sockeye salmon spawning season is the best time to go fishing! Lots of salmon in the river, they've turned red and are now easy to see, and they are swimming upstream so are remarkably easy to snatch out of the water!

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#22

Was Exploring Google Street View In Japan When Suddenly

Was Exploring Google Street View In Japan When Suddenly

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Your sleep paralysis demon
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh that’s just Ben, he’s on his day off from haunting children, don’t mind him :)

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#24

4 People In 4 Coloured Hazmat Suits In Russia. The Further On Street View You Travel The Stranger Their Actions Get, From Staring Into Walls To Checking Random Letterboxes

4 People In 4 Coloured Hazmat Suits In Russia. The Further On Street View You Travel The Stranger Their Actions Get, From Staring Into Walls To Checking Random Letterboxes

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#25

Kidnapping Found In Sweden!

Kidnapping Found In Sweden!

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Christian Fuller
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The striped shirt, though. Makes it look like the Hamburglar's involved in whatever's going on.

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#28

Horse Eating A Banana

Horse Eating A Banana

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Chez2202
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought this was absolutely normal until I saw that this poor horse had been dressed in white sports socks. That’s when I phoned the RSPCA to report a case of animal cruelty.

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#29

A Young Kid Jousts While Another Watches From The Stands In Denmark

A Young Kid Jousts While Another Watches From The Stands In Denmark

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#32

A Russian Man Trying To Put Out A Fire In His Mazda Rx8

A Russian Man Trying To Put Out A Fire In His Mazda Rx8

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Paulo Freitas
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well lol my old coworker had a similar problem with his aftermarket car sound system lmao, the thing shorted out, and his first reaction was opening the zipper and pulling his little " fire hose " out ( no Im not kidding ) luckily our other coworker had a fire extinguisher in his car, put out the smoke ( there was no fire ) and the little " fire hose " was never used, xand thank God to that because i would Ride on his car sometimes.

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#34

Alternative Parking Spot

Alternative Parking Spot

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foryouwhynot IB
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a truck stop on southbound highway 35. I see it often. Old retired truck turned into a sign (there’s a massive post in the middle)

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#37

Found While Searching An Address For Work. Made My Day

Found While Searching An Address For Work. Made My Day

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#47

Glad This One Wasn't Blurred

Glad This One Wasn't Blurred

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zak
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If anyone hasn't seen his recent movie The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, it's pretty hilarious 😆

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#48

Looks Comfortable

Looks Comfortable

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Headless Roach
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey, look at the gate on the right, it's very windy. I am sure the cyclist fiercely fought the wind before giving in like that.

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#54

Dang. He Got Us Good…

Dang. He Got Us Good…

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Bmo
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nope. His hand is above his waist. Must be below in order for it to count.

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#59

This House On Fire

This House On Fire

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Chez2202
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If the flames and smoke weren’t a dead giveaway the fire engines were.

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#62

Look Closely

Look Closely

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Headless Roach
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fun fact: it is a village in Japan, with over 350 dolls, each representing a former resident. Look up Nagoro.

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#77

Google Car Driver Visits McDonalds!

Google Car Driver Visits McDonalds!

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#79

Flying Saucer

Flying Saucer

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Alexej Dvorak
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

fyi, these things were somewhat "mass produced" in the 60's, and if I remember correctly, they were intended as skiing cabins.

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#81

Even Google Can't Escape Our Lovely Police!

Even Google Can't Escape Our Lovely Police!

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theoneandonlynoira
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sir, I'm going to need your license, phone number, and reason for doing this please

#83

The DAB Era Was Amazing

The DAB Era Was Amazing

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Refael Pelealu (PV)
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First of all, What are the chances of dropping the google maps dude onto a dabbing ghost child ritual? second of all, pretty sure they should have feet.

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Collision

Collision

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fs
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

IIRC there are other views on that location where you can stop motion watch them drive head on into each other.

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#88

How To Impress On Google Street View!

How To Impress On Google Street View!

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Upstaged75
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Look at the person in the background! Doing some interpretive dance or something.

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#89

Standard Behavior When Spotting A Google Street View Car

Standard Behavior When Spotting A Google Street View Car

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fs
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Let's hope their relationship is still intact after that image went public.

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#91

Simple But Effective

Simple But Effective

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#100

Just Taking A Nap

Just Taking A Nap

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#101

Life Imitates Art

Life Imitates Art

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#102

Pittsburgh Performance Art

Pittsburgh Performance Art

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#107

Alternative Public Transport

Alternative Public Transport

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Half A Skater Kid

Half A Skater Kid

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Lyone Fein
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So many pictures of these half people........are these alien abductions gone wrong? Ghosts?

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#115

Six Times A Man

Six Times A Man

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Wacky Toilet Paper Prank In Wisconsin

Wacky Toilet Paper Prank In Wisconsin

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Chris Osborn
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very likely "Homecoming" weekend for high school and the annual ritual of toilet papering. Has been going on for years and years. Used to "egg" houses and cars too but that could / would cause quite a bit of damage if not properly and quickly cleaned. I'm not sure if it's just a Wisconsin thing, but I can attest to the fact that it happens here, although I was never personally involved in the act of it. 😇

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