Twisted punchline humor comics take center stage in this comic/cartoon review! From the very first panel, these comics are out to surprise, shock, and split your sides with gags that go left when you expect right. Forget gentle chuckles—this brand of humor is all about the clever, the dark, and the wonderfully weird, landing jokes with a twist that leaves you reeling (in the best way). If your idea of a great laugh includes groan-worthy puns, absurd situations, or a punchline that slaps you sideways, you’ve found your new favorite comic collection.
About the Artist: Scott Hilburn
Scott Hilburn is the creator behind the endlessly inventive and delightfully offbeat The Argyle Sweater. Launching in 2008, Hilburn’s comic quickly earned a loyal following for its fearless approach to humor, where no subject is off-limits and no trope too sacred to twist.
With a style reminiscent of classic single-panel comics, Hilburn delivers his signature blend of surreal, witty, and often twisted punchlines—earning syndication in hundreds of newspapers and a global audience of fans.
#1. “Greenwich ‘Mean’ Time: Lost in Translation”
Nothing says “twisted punchline humor” like a pub full of cranky Brits redefining Greenwich “mean” time for an unsuspecting American. This comic spins a classic time zone joke into a roast worthy of the local dive bar. As far as punchlines go, it’s perfectly rude.
#2. “The Great Hand-Me-Down Magic Trick”
Sibling rivalry meets stage magic in this clever twist. When little Sammy blows his brother’s mind by performing the “sleight of hand-me-downs,” you know this family’s hand-me-downs come with a built-in sense of humor—and a dash of mischief.
#3. “The Trojan H.O.R.S.E.”
What do you get when ancient warriors try to play basketball for access to Troy? Pure twisted punchline humor. This panel transforms the legendary siege into a playground standoff, complete with hoops, missed shots, and a deal with destiny.
#4. “Pharaoh’s Playlist: Babylonia or Bust”
When history meets modern misinterpretation, you get archaeologists scratching their heads over a Pharaoh’s “Arizona” birth certificate and “Babylonia” travel plans. It’s the sort of twisted humor that leaves you loving how the punchline rewrites the past.
#5. “The Ilium: Homer’s Other Epic”
Odysseus, X-rays, and a pelvic bone joke—Homer’s “lesser-known work,” The Ilium, is a hilarious collision of medical puns and ancient history. It’s the kind of gag you laugh at… then groan at… and then laugh at again.
#6. “Battery Therapy: Triple A Troubles”
An AAA battery on a psychiatrist’s couch pours its heart out over never being included—a sly, twisted commentary on every remote control’s least-loved power source. Twisted punchline humor at its most relatable!
#7. “Yellow Brick Toll Road: The Wizard of Odd”
Even Dorothy and friends aren’t safe from rising infrastructure costs in Oz. When the Yellow Brick Road demands an $8 toll, these classic characters opt for a little green grass and some sharp social commentary.
#8. “Before the 7-10 Split: Gutter Minds”
Bowling pins in couples therapy—need we say more? The punchlines roll in with spare jokes and gutter humor, proving that even inanimate objects can have a twisted sense of self.
#9. “Self Check-Out: The Real Mirror Test”
A supermarket’s “self check-out” gets delightfully literal, as shoppers stand in line to admire themselves in mirrors. The wordplay is sharp, the observation is spot-on, and the punchline hits with a wink.
#10. “None of Your Business Class”
Air travel takes a turn for the bizarre with a side-by-side comparison of “Business Class” and “None of Your Business Class.” The second row of passengers is a motley crew of incognito oddballs, delivering a twisty visual punchline you’ll want to re-read.
#11. “Life’s No Box of Chocolates”
Forrest Gump’s famous advice gets hilariously debunked when a bowl of “Life” cereal leads to a not-so-sweet revelation. Twisted punchline humor in a single panel: Mom, you lied.
#12. “Sauna Monet: The Steamy Art Scene”
Claude Monet’s quest for the perfect setting lands him in a sauna, only to be warned about his foggy glasses. Art history meets spa day, and the punchline leaves you sweating (with laughter).
#13. “Solo Cup Solo: Mic Drop Moment”
It’s the talent show nobody wanted: a red solo cup crooning to a crowd of unimpressed partyware. Even if Ryan’s singing career falls flat, this comic’s offbeat punchline is pure gold.
#14. “Foreign Objects: Multilingual Stomach Ache”
When a doctor diagnoses “several foreign objects,” the patient starts speaking in tongues—literally! The punchline lands like a language lesson gone wildly off the rails.
#15. “Mozzarella or K-Swiss? The Cheese Stands Alone”
What’s that smell? A grocery shopper can’t tell if her husband’s found a new cheese or just some extra funky sneakers. The punchline is a twisted blend of culinary and athletic confusion.
#16. “Cereal Anonymous: 12 Steps from Cuckoo”
When cereal mascots attend a support group, even the “Cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs” bird gets his turn. It’s self-help, twisted punchline humor style—and you’ll never look at your breakfast the same way again.
#17. “Control-C Polly: Parrot Hack”
Polly’s learned a new trick—copy-pasting her catchphrases. This comic lampoons both technology and pet parenthood, delivering a punchline that’s as modern as it is mischievous.
#18. “Unexpected Moments in Hollywood”
From Will Smith slapping a gardener to Kim Kardashian passing the bar, this multi-panel gag throws out headline after headline, each one more twisted than the last. Hollywood, you’ve met your match.
#19. “Rusty: The Devil’s Dog”
The one dog in the world who never gets yelled at for being on the couch? Of course, he lives in a room full of demons. The punchline is twisted, unexpected, and devilishly funny.
#20. “Post-Fartum Depression: Pull My Finger, Again”
A couple’s therapy session takes a wild turn with the introduction of “post-fartum depression”—a hilarious, slightly crude, and perfectly twisted punchline to wrap up the collection.
Wrapping Up: The Thrill of Twisted Punchline Humor
Twisted punchline humor isn’t just about jokes—it’s about subverting expectations, crossing lines, and making us laugh at things we never saw coming. Scott Hilburn’s The Argyle Sweater is a masterclass in the art of the unexpected punchline, serving up visual gags and witty wordplay that leave you thinking (and laughing) long after you’ve scrolled away.
Credit: All comics in this article are the work of Scott Hilburn, creator of The Argyle Sweater. Check out more at The Argyle Sweater on GoComics.
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