New Funny Cartoons by Leigh Rubin are the definition of punchline perfection. Whether it’s a sarcastic duck, a sarcastic mummy, or a beaver with mafia vibes — these cartoons nail absurd humor with effortless genius. Let’s explore 20 of his latest gems.
Meet Leigh Rubin – The Cartoon King of Clever Absurdity
Leigh Rubin, the brilliant mind behind Rubes Cartoons, has been serving up single-panel zingers for over three decades. His unique style blends surrealism, irony, and clever puns — all wrapped in deceptively simple illustrations. Starting as a greeting card designer in the ’80s, Leigh’s signature humor has since been syndicated in newspapers worldwide and published in over a dozen cartoon collections. His cartoons often feature talking animals, confused cavemen, and humans stuck in delightfully absurd situations.
#1 Pyrites of the Caribbean.
A treasure chest, a pirate dream, and a hilarious twist — it’s not gold, it’s fool’s gold! This pun-tastic cartoon sails into comedic genius with one perfectly placed gift shop and a clown in a jester hat. Avast ye, laugh-seekers!
#2 Duck Therapy Gone Wrong.
When your patient’s only response is “quack,” it might be time to rethink your psychiatric approach. The duck’s relentless sass is oddly therapeutic for us, though. Bonus points for the glasses and smug beak energy.
#3 A Marshmallow Launch to Remember.
This historic “soft launch” hits every nerdy pun button possible. Watching a marshmallow take flight like NASA’s proudest pastry? Classic Leigh Rubin — smooth, sweet, and out of this world.
#4 Desert Optimism.
It’s 110 degrees, he’s crawling on the sand, and he packed an umbrella. The sheer absurdity of blind positivity never looked so sunburned and hilarious. Even the vultures are amused!
#5 Confessions of a Lion.
In a world where lion society mirrors our own, nothing shocks more than a veggie scandal. “Ate a carrot” might be the wildest thing ever confessed in a lion courtroom. Iconic.
#6 Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow.
Is it a hairstyle or a hallway hazard? Either way, this cartoon proves why architectural design should never compete with a towering beehive ‘do. Ten points for visual slapstick.
#7 Julius and the Tides of March.
A simple typo ruins a Roman holiday. If this doesn’t make you rethink your horoscope dependency, nothing will. Caesar’s face says it all: betrayed… by spelling.
#8 Attention Span Alert.
You’ll laugh before you finish reading the punchline — just like this cartoon predicts. The meta joke about short attention spans is all too real and way too funny.
#9 The Birth of Bipedalism.
Two hairy cavemen, a broken wheel, and a historic accident — behold, humanity’s first stroll! A hilarious twist on evolution that puts the “oops” in upright.
#10 Woodland Mafia Vibes.
“Nice tree ya got there… shame if anything happened to it.” This bear might be Smokey’s shadier cousin. A perfectly sinister vibe wrapped in flannel and forest protection.
#11 Mummy’s the Word.
Modern problems meet ancient crypts. When a mummy clutches a phone tighter than secrets, you know it’s encrypted. Get it? Encrypt-ed. Genius.
#12 Profile Pic Problems.
Ever looked at an old photo and thought, “Who even is that guy?” This cartoon roasts outdated profile pics with timeless sass — and some patchy elbow fashion.
#13 Bedtime Struggles, Literally.
A hedgehog and pillow duo bring new meaning to the phrase “trouble getting out of bed.” Absurd, adorable, and painfully relatable for every sleep-lover.
#14 All Thumbs, Minimal Font.
Small business branding meets laugh-out-loud irony. This literal “all thumbs” moving company is struggling — maybe because their logo’s too small to read from a mile away?
#15 Alien Scouts Clean Up Their Act.
Why haven’t we found alien tech yet? Because they’re neat freaks! These green ETs leave no trace, except for intergalactic giggles. Now that’s advanced civilization.
#16 Island Toilet Paper Heist.
Stranded on a desert island… with only a few squares left? The sharks are watching and plotting. An absurd scenario made hilariously dramatic. Gilligan never faced this.
#17 Deadly Writing Skills.
Who knew pens were so… lethal? This darkly funny cartoon elevates the phrase “the pen is mightier than the sword” to criminal evidence status. Case closed!
#18 Stand-Up Fish Tank.
A fish with a mic. A laugh-hungry audience. An aquarium comedy club where the jokes never stop. “I’ll be here all week” hits differently when you literally can’t leave.
#19 Ratatouille the Health Inspector.
This rat isn’t cooking — he’s critiquing. Add a grumpy chef, a filthy diner, and some biting truth, and you’ve got a cartoon that’s both gross and giggle-worthy.
#20 Doughboy Courtroom Drama.
When the Pillsbury Doughboy sues his own creator for years of poking trauma, you know we’ve hit peak cartoon absurdity. Court is now in session… and full of gluten.
Final Thoughts
From pun-packed pirates to savage stand-up goldfish, these New Funny Cartoons by Leigh Rubin are an instant serotonin boost. His humor walks the perfect line between clever and ridiculous — and that’s exactly what makes Rubes comics timeless.
Credit: All comics featured are by Leigh Rubin.
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