Best hilarious comics set the gold standard for daily life humor, and this review is all about celebrating the laugh-out-loud genius of Arlo and Janis and Wizard of Id. If you love witty, relatable gags about everyday chaos—mixed with a side of medieval madness—you’re in for a treat. This is not just another comic strip roundup; it’s your express ticket to the best hilarious comics that nail real life (and slightly unreal life) better than anything else on the web.
Meet the Artists: Jimmy Johnson & The Hart Family
Jimmy Johnson is the legendary creator behind Arlo and Janis, a comic strip that has been tickling funny bones since 1985. Johnson’s humor finds magic in the mundane: marriage, chores, neighborhood gossip, and the little quirks that make life worth living. His signature style combines sharp one-liners, expressive faces, and a knack for turning awkward silences into punchlines. Arlo and Janis has received multiple awards and is syndicated in hundreds of newspapers worldwide.
Meanwhile, The Hart family (Johnny Hart, Brant Parker, and successors) are the brains behind Wizard of Id. Running since 1964, this strip blends medieval mayhem with modern satire, poking fun at power, politics, and office life—just with more dragons and jails. The strip has been honored with National Cartoonists Society awards and is beloved for its irreverent wit and instantly recognizable art.
#1 “Cat Days of Summer? Well, That’s Debatable!”
When Arlo tries to convince Janis that it’s the cat days of summer, you know you’re in for some top-tier daily life humor. Only the best hilarious comics can turn a weather cliché into a feline debate—plus, it’s not truly summer until you argue over whether it’s dog days or cat days.
#2 “Fly Swatter Olympics: The Flies Always Win”
Ever feel like flies are getting faster every year? Arlo does. The strip’s deadpan delivery and mid-bite defeat are exactly why these are the best hilarious comics for anyone who’s lost a battle with a fly.
#3 “Golf, Guilt, and Defensiveness”
When Arlo is caught watching golf and immediately gets defensive, it’s marriage humor at its best. If you’ve ever been overly protective of your weird hobbies, this one’s for you.
#4 “Yard Sale Regrets (and Nickel Nightmares)”
Yard sales: where nostalgia meets questionable purchases. Only the best hilarious comics make buying a nickel’s worth of junk this relatable.
#5 “March Madness and Bracket Heartbreaks”
“Elite Eight, Quarter-Finals, Semis… There goes my bracket.” Even the best hilarious comics can’t protect you from the agony of March Madness.
#6 “Walking in Circles—Literally and Figuratively”
Exercise is good for you, but what if it’s pointless exercise? Johnson’s witty twist proves daily life humor is all about those little arguments every couple has.
#7 “86 the Joy of Sex (But Don’t Forget It)”
When Arlo and Janis consider tossing an old book, it quickly turns into a debate over forgetting the manual. The best hilarious comics know how to poke fun at aging and relationships—without missing a beat.
#8 “Discard Dilemmas: The Joy of Sex Edition”
Are you messing with me? Only the best hilarious comics can make a throwaway moment about book discards so memorable.
#9 “Toolbox Attitude Adjustment”
When Arlo tries to clean up his toolbox and Janis gives him a little too much encouragement, it’s proof that daily life humor is all about the subtle shade.
#10 “Neighborhood Walks: Homeowner Olympics”
Commentary about fences, shutters, and “Lord knows who lives here” makes this one of the best hilarious comics about neighborly nitpicking.
#11 “Spring Break, Wet T-Shirts, and Garden Hoses”
Who knew watering the garden could lead to a spring break flashback? The best hilarious comics never miss a chance to embarrass a spouse.
#12 “New Year’s Resolutions, Same Old Stool”
Celebrating the new year means making promises you’ll never keep (like fixing that wobbly stool). The Hart family and Johnson both know: the best hilarious comics thrive on broken resolutions.
#13 “Laundry Day Triumph”
It’s not just about clean clothes—it’s about gratitude and teamwork (and a little sarcasm on the side). That’s daily life humor done right.
#14 “Winter Walks and Warm Couch Wisdom”
When one half of the couple insists on going out in the cold, the other’s staying right on the couch. The best hilarious comics always side with comfort.
#15 “Swimsuit Shopping Meltdown”
Nothing says daily life humor like the dread of swimsuit season. The best hilarious comics know: couples grow apart, especially when new swimwear is involved.
#16 “Boredom: The Domestic Danger Zone”
Are you bored or just bored with me? The best hilarious comics find the comedy in even the most ordinary coffee-table conversation.
#17 “Flies Time When You’re Having Fun”
Every picnic turns into an epic fly-swatting contest. Only the best hilarious comics could make pest control this funny.
#18 “Old Clothes, New Existential Crisis”
Janis’s swimsuit purge turns into a deep, relatable moment about aging and self-image—delivered with Johnson’s signature charm.
#19 “Dog Days Get Literary”
When Arlo gets poetic about heatwaves, Janis counters with the forecast. The best hilarious comics mix Shakespeare with the Weather Channel.
#20 “When Nobody Wanted My Opinion (And Life Was Better)”
Arlo reflects on the constant demand for ratings and reviews. These best hilarious comics know the truth: sometimes, less feedback is more.
Quick Summary
The best hilarious comics from Arlo and Janis and Wizard of Id are proof that daily life humor never goes out of style. Whether it’s a fight over chores, a nostalgic look at spring break, or a medieval king running out of coffee, these strips remind us to laugh at life’s absurdities and keep things light.
Comic credits:
Arlo and Janis is the work of Jimmy Johnson. Wizard of Id is created by Johnny Hart and Brant Parker (and their families). You can enjoy their classic strips and more on their official GoComics pages:
Big thanks to these brilliant cartoonists for making daily life hilarious!
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