Absurd comics take the logic we know and gleefully light it on fire—and nobody does that better than Gary and Glenn McCoy. This duo has built a reputation for unleashing comics so strange, off-kilter, and jaw-droppingly odd, you’ll find yourself laughing before your brain can even fully process what just happened. In this article, we dive into 10 of their funniest, weirdest, and most creatively unhinged panels that will leave you saying, “What did I just read—and why did I love it so much?”
Meet Gary and Glenn McCoy
Gary and Glenn McCoy are nationally syndicated cartoonists whose work spans a broad range of media, from political cartoons to comic panels that defy all conventional humor boundaries. Their comics have appeared in publications like MAD Magazine, USA Today, and newspapers across the country. Known for sharp wit and wild absurdity, their collaborative work often blurs the line between smart satire and complete cartoon chaos. The McCoy brothers blend classic comic-strip art with bizarre premises that leave readers chuckling—and sometimes scratching their heads. If you enjoy humor that throws out the rulebook, you’ll love what these two bring to the table.
A hilariously absurd comic collection by the McCoy brothers.
#1 Igor’s Brain Hunt in the Junk Drawer
When your mad scientist project hits a snag, naturally you blame Igor—and naturally, the missing brain is in the “junk drawer” next to rubber bands and a kidney. This one-panel masterpiece delivers a perfectly twisted take on horror movie clichés with a domestic twist. Absurd? Definitely. Brilliant? Absolutely.
#2 Legal Advice for “Bad Dogs”
A dog sees a lawyer over being labeled a “bad dog” without due process. The sheer commitment to legal satire—involving canines—is what makes this cartoon golden. It’s ridiculous and yet weirdly logical, which is the McCoys’ brand of absurdity in a nutshell.
#3 Pirate Parrot Has No Chill
This cartoon features a pirate’s parrot who proudly sits on the captain’s blind side just to flip him the winged equivalent of the bird. It’s clever, rebellious, and deeply unnecessary—so of course, it’s hilarious. Bonus points for the unimpressed crew member.
#4 Meet My Astronaut Boyfriend
Sometimes love is blind—especially when your boyfriend is sitting in a kiddie ride spaceship called “Star Smasher.” The comic is absurdity at its most relatable. The art captures the boyfriend’s pride, the girlfriend’s smugness, and the friend’s complete confusion—all in one perfect panel.
#5 Bird Poop Vigilante Goes Undercover
Fed up with cleaning his car, Roscoe dons a bird costume to infiltrate the poop squad. That’s the setup. The punchline? Him casually asking who nailed the red Cadillac. This strip is a ridiculous escalation of a real-world annoyance. It’s so dumb it circles back to genius.
#6 Chess Knight Logic Goes Medieval
In a medieval battle gone wrong, one knight defends his lateness with chess-like movement rules: “two trots forward, one trot over.” It’s a nonsensical reason delivered with such conviction you can’t help but laugh. This comic is a perfect example of taking a familiar concept and flipping it on its armored head.
#7 Caveman Fire Fail
Cavemen invent fire—only to immediately try eating it. One complains it “hurts mouth,” while the other regrets trying it on an empty stomach. This is Stone Age stupidity done to perfection. The dialogue is simple, the expressions are priceless, and the concept is laughably idiotic in the best way.
#8 Woolly Uncle Wade: Nature’s Predictor
A dad explains how woolly worms predict winter… then adds that they rely on “Woolly Uncle Wade” to forecast summer. And yes, Uncle Wade is just standing there looking tragically unaware. It’s gross. It’s weird. And it’s pure absurdist gold.
#9 Doctor’s Office Delays Have a Strategy
A nurse reports a half-naked patient has been waiting 20 minutes, and the doctor casually says he’ll give it 10 more—then prescribe anxiety meds. The setup is infuriatingly real, but the payoff is so twisted, it earns a laugh anyway. This one hits home in a disturbingly accurate way.
#10 ATM or Broke Cardboard Box?
A man tries to use an ATM—only to be offered five bucks from a woman literally hiding inside a cardboard box labeled “First Credit ATM.” This is satire of capitalism, banks, and broken trust all at once, wrapped in absurdity. It’s almost too real… until you see the ATM person’s outfit.
Summary
From courtroom dogs to junk drawer kidneys, these absurd comics by Gary and Glenn McCoy are a delightful descent into chaos. Their humor thrives in the weird, the unexpected, and the completely nonsensical. It’s exactly the kind of comedy the internet was made for—fast, funny, and bizarre enough to stick with you.
All comics featured are the brilliant creations of Gary McCoy and Glenn McCoy. Their unique brand of cartoon absurdity has entertained audiences for years with an unmatched blend of satire and silliness. Want more from the McCoys?
- 🌐 garymccoy.org
- 🖼️ Andrews McMeel Syndication – McCoy Cartoons
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