Daily humor comics are the soul snacks of everyday life. Whether you’re commuting, avoiding meetings, or doomscrolling in bed, a single-panel gag can be the sharp jolt of joy your brain craves. In this handpicked collection, we’re spotlighting 20 of the funniest daily humor comics to ever hit newsprint (or your screen). Each one is a gem from the mind of Gary Larson, master of the absurd and punchline wizard behind The Far Side. Prepare to laugh, squint, and maybe say, “That’s messed up… but hilarious.”
The legendary Artist Gary Larson
Gary Larson is the legendary cartoonist behind The Far Side, a single-panel comic that ran from 1980 to 1995 and changed the landscape of newspaper funnies. Known for his bizarre, scientific, and sometimes twisted humor, Larson won the Reuben Award and was inducted into the National Cartoonists Society Hall of Fame. His art features wide-eyed cows, talking insects, befuddled scientists, and prehistoric gags—often with clever or darkly comic twists. His unique voice reshaped what comics could be: smart, surreal, and endlessly quotable. In 2020, he began releasing new digital comics, delighting fans once again.
Discover Daily Humor Comics by Gary Larson
#1 “Piranha Protocols: Step 1 — Nibble”
In classic Larson fashion, a group of clueless explorers wades through piranha-infested waters. Below the surface, a mob of fish plot like mafia bosses. The lead piranha says, “Just nibble at first… but when you hear ‘Piranha!’—go for it.” It’s dark, cheeky, and masterfully timed. Larson turns predators into tacticians and humans into comic prey, all with a single panel.
#2 “High Jump Rodents in Training”
Who knew mice had Olympic dreams? A chubby mouse in mid-air clutches a pole, trying to clear a ridiculous height while fellow rodents observe. The caption? “Still a couple of years to go before we’re ready for the moon.” This comic takes the idea of evolution or experimentation and runs with it—straight into delightful absurdity.
#3 “Hanging by the Loop Method”
In this darkly hilarious panel, an executioner angrily instructs his partner how to tie the noose using the bunny-ears-and-tree rhyme. Meanwhile, the supposed victim watches in disbelief. The punchline hinges on the idea of Scout-style noose training—which is grim and brilliant at the same time.
#4 “Pinocchio’s Worst Timing”
Vacationing in Africa, Pinocchio gets his wish to be a real boy—at the worst possible moment—surrounded by hungry lions. Larson’s humor here is driven by timing and irony, and the comic’s genius lies in its dark twist on a childhood classic.
#5 “Chicken Coop Real Estate Horror”
Two chickens tour a coop with a real estate agent clutching a ‘Better Coop Realty’ sign. “You’re in luck! The previous owners all had their heads chopped off.” The humor is bold, macabre, and absolutely fowl. (Yes, pun intended.)
#6 “Mafia Popcorn’s Final Walk”
A popcorn box strolls into Yellowstone Park under a full moon. The caption? “Ted goes to sleep with the bears.” It’s a mafia euphemism meets National Park PSA. Only Larson could make snack food seem like a doomed mob informant.
#7 “Kangaroo Nerds Unite”
Two kangaroos flash their braces, proudly showing off their nerd credentials. No text needed beyond the title: “Kangaroo Nerds.” The sheer simplicity and anthropomorphic goofiness hit all the right notes. It’s geek culture, marsupial-style.
#8 “ACME Stick-Be-Found Endorsement”
A dog stands in tall grass giving a testimonial for a product that helps him find lost sticks. It’s a parody of marketing and canine behavior all at once, complete with a sales pitch tone that’s hilariously formal.
#9 “Wishing Star Laser Mishap”
In a lab gone wrong, scientists examine a laser that’s apparently vaporized two employees. One researcher believes he’s looking at a real wishing star. Larson’s take on science is always gleefully twisted and this one’s no exception.
#10 “Motivational Pyramid Scheme”
A Pharaoh on a megaphone pumps up his workforce with “death to the laggard!” as they push a massive stone block. The gag? Corporate-style motivational speech in ancient Egypt. This one skewers both history and hustle culture.
#11 “Heights, Snakes, and Darkness — Oh My!”
Professor Gallagher’s fear therapy method involves a glass box, snakes, a dark building, and high altitudes—all at once. The man trapped inside is terrified, and rightly so. It’s a ridiculous scenario that escalates every phobia into a laugh.
#12 “Tower of Pisa Origins Explained”
Turns out Pisa’s famous lean had genetic origins. The construction workers building the tower all have uneven legs. It’s the kind of alternative history explanation that only Larson could dream up.
#13 “Caveman Cuisine Crisis”
In a prehistoric scene, a child refuses to eat a mammoth, prompting a parent to say, “By God, you’re gonna eat it!”—like a Flintstones version of dinner-table parenting. The contrast between massive food and picky eating is deliciously funny.
#14 “The Cook Gets Goosed”
A chef is unexpectedly lifted into the air in a sea of geese. The caption? “The cook is goosed.” This comic thrives on physical comedy, wordplay, and a visual that’s both surreal and perfectly executed.
#15 “One Shot Left, Murray”
Three antelopes hunker in a trench, watching a hunter. One says, “He’s got one shot left, Murray—then he’s ours.” The prey becomes the predator in this comic, flipping the usual survival narrative in a darkly funny twist.
#16 “Inspirational Quotes in Hell”
In Hell, the Devil stands before a plaque: “Today is the first day of the rest of your life.” Motivational posters take on a whole new meaning. The placement is what makes it perfect—hope, in a place designed for no hope.
#17 “Right Brain vs. MPG”
A psychiatrist explains to a patient that while he’s very creative, his artistic brain may be why he can’t calculate gas mileage. Larson pokes fun at left-brain/right-brain stereotypes and real-world consequences of being too “abstract.”
#18 “Cossacks and Mrs. Caldwell’s Garden”
A warlord inspires troops with poetic fury—only to remind them to avoid one suburban garden. The balance of epic and petty is what makes this one great. Larson knows how to undercut grandeur with sheer silliness.
#19 “Where the Sun Don’t Shine”
A man holding a box walks toward a pitch-black hole while someone in a booth looks on. The line? “I was told to stick this here.” It’s weird. It’s a bit gross. And it’s peak Far Side.
#20 “Beetle Grub Chug Challenge”
A gorilla gang surrounds a fellow gorilla who seems oddly domestic (with a camera and notebook). To prove he’s legit, they demand he eat grubs. It’s an animal hazing ritual and a weird flex in the jungle.
Final Thoughts
Daily humor comics like these offer an escape from the routine—a micro-dose of madness to jolt your brain into laughter. Gary Larson’s genius lies in making the weird feel familiar, and the familiar hilariously weird. From prehistoric parenting to poultry real estate, he’s given us decades of joy with a single punchline per day.
Credit: All comics featured here are the creation of the iconic cartoonist Gary Larson, the mastermind behind The Far Side. His clever, offbeat style has entertained millions and continues to inspire cartoonists worldwide. Check out more of his work on TheFarSide.com, and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.
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