Best Webcomics don’t just entertain—they sneak in jabs at society, workplace culture, and life’s absurdities, all while making you giggle mid-scroll. That’s exactly what Mike Baldwin’s Cornered does, and we’re all here for it. If observational humor had a cartoon lovechild with sarcasm, this series would be it. In this roundup, we’re diving into 20 of Baldwin’s best single-panel comics—each one a sharp, laugh-inducing snapshot of our wonderfully weird world.
About the Artist: Mike Baldwin
Mike Baldwin is the cheeky genius behind Cornered, a long-running syndicated cartoon distributed by Andrews McMeel. With a background in both art and editorial illustration, Baldwin brings a distinct voice to the one-panel format—witty, minimal, and sneakily prof dudhis comics have graced newspapers and online portals since the early 1990s, often compared to The Far Side for their offbeat brilliance.
#1 “Help Me Set My Priorities Straight”
Corporate blues meets street philosophy. A businessman begging for help… right next to a carefree vagabond flipping through a Vacation Planner. The irony is delicious.
#2 “Anything to Declare?”
Newlyweds at customs are grilled about their “undying love.” Welcome to marriage, where even airport small talk is a loyalty test.
#3 “Staycations Are Overrated”
A dog sulks behind bars while his buddy dreams of travel. Dogs, they’re just like us—existential dread included.
#4 “It Bit Me.”
Mechanic vs. Volkswagen. Spoiler alert: The car wins. A visual dad joke with grease-stained charm.
#5 “Clean Dirt, Premium Price”
$2.99 for dirt. $8.99 for “clean” dirt. Capitalism, summarized in potting soil.
#6 “Prayed for Rain, Got the Flames”.
One of the most darkly clever of the bunch—this man only ever prayed for rain, and the devil delivered irony on a flaming platter.
#7 “Cat Food with Wings”
The cat has demands: gourmet meals, chased for entertainment. Is this cartoon… or a live feed from your apartment?
#8 “Real Estate, Baseball Bat Style”
A comically literal take on “no money down.” This one has suburban crime drama vibes—with a punchline that slaps.
#9 “Backwards Pants, Forward Thinking”
Shopping in the men’s section turns into accidental cosplay. We didn’t expect butt-themed fashion to be this funny.
#10 “Seat Belts Over Airbags”
Budget car, premium safety… sort of. The man is duct-taped to the seat. A solid “why boomers don’t trust dealers” moment.
#11 “Gut-Dialing 911”
This bathrobe-clad hero wins the award for Most Embarrassing Emergency Call. Look closely—the cops are judging HARD.
#12 “Neighbor from Hell”
Demon-on-a-couch therapy session. The casual tone of “I’ve never been, but my neighbor has,” is sitcom gold.
#13 “Closely Monitor Mood Swings”
When your doctor is taking Yelp-style feedback on your emotions, maybe it’s time to find a new healthcare plan.
#14 “Simon Didn’t Say”
Hands in the air? That’s not how Simon says! This comic nails the panic and playfulness of getting caught doing something dumb.
#15 “Oversized Golf”
Mini-golf, but the opposite. This comic is the perfect visual metaphor for feeling small in adult life.
#16 “Foul Play, Indeed”
A clown, a bed, and a cop with a detective magazine—CSI: Chuckles Edition. We love to see it.
#17 “Waiving Emotional Baggage”
Baggage claim gets emotional—literally. A joke so good it should come with a travel-sized therapist.
#18 “U R A DED MAN”
Courtroom drama goes full kindergarten with a sign in the gallery. Baldwin’s ability to spoof crime shows in one frame? Iconic.
#19 “Tanning Bed Burial”
This guy couldn’t remember the funeral wishes… so he improvised. Grim humor, perfectly executed.
#20 “Accounting to Stand-Up”.
“They all laughed when I left accounting for comedy.” Well, they’re still laughing—but this time, WITH you. Full-circle brilliance.
✨ Final Thoughts: Laughter, One Panel at a Time
Mike Baldwin’s Cornered proves that the best webcomics don’t need a dozen panels or recurring characters to land a gut punch of humor. With 20 standout comics, this collection delivers everything from absurd logic to everyday truths—served with a side of snark.
If you’re looking for clever, low-commitment laughs, Cornered is your new go-to comic strip.
🖌️ Artist Credit
All comics featured in this article are the brilliant work of Mike Baldwin, creator of Cornered. His signature mix of witty punchlines, bold art, and social commentary makes him a standout in the cartooning world.
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