20 Earl and Opal Comics Packed With Laughs About Growing Older

Earl and Opal Comics
Earl and Opal Comics

Earl and Opal Comics is one of those rare gems in the cartoon world that makes you chuckle, nod, and think, “Yep, that’s me in a few years.” This comic/cartoon review dives into twenty hilarious strips that capture the quirks of aging, marriage, and family life in ways only Earl and Opal can. From misheard anniversaries to adventures in laundry folding, these panels prove that humor only gets sharper with age.

About the Artist: Brian Crane

Brian Crane, the genius behind Pickles, introduced readers to Earl and Opal in 1990, and the world hasn’t stopped laughing since. His warm, observational humor has earned him the National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award for Cartoonist of the Year (2013), among other honors. Crane’s style is instantly recognizable: bold, clean lines, expressive faces, and dialogue that feels like it was lifted straight out of your grandparents’ living room. His themes revolve around love, aging, family quirks, and the comedy of everyday routines, making Earl and Opal beloved across generations.

1. “Fraud Division” Comedy Gold

Earl’s quick wit shuts down a telemarketer by pretending to be the sheriff’s fraud division. The punchline? He knew it was a telemarketer all along. A perfect mix of sass and smarts.

Earl and Opal Comics
Earl and Opal Comics

2. Donuts, Not Doggy Bags

Walking the dog? Sure. Sharing donuts? Not a chance. Earl proves some things are sacred—like baked goods.

Earl and Opal Comics
Earl and Opal Comics

3. The “What’s-His-Name” Syndrome

This strip nails the universal struggle of remembering neighbors’ names. Forgetful or just selective memory? Either way, the gag lands.

Earl and Opal Comics
Earl and Opal Comics

4. Mirror into the Future

Earl tells grandson Nelson that looking at each other is like looking forward and backward in time. Nelson nearly passes out from the thought—classic generational humor.

Earl and Opal Comics
Earl and Opal Comics

5. The Chewing Diet Disaster

Opal explains Earl’s new diet plan—chew 32 times and spit it out. Earl nearly swallows a mailman instead. Gross, but hilarious.

Earl and Opal Comics
Earl and Opal Comics

6. Frisky Cat Food, Anyone?

Opal tests new cat food on Muffin. The cat zooms like a racecar, and she cheekily offers Earl a serving. The joke writes itself.

7. Feng Shui Excuses

Asked to clean, Earl cites “yin and yang.” His lazy-Zen routine proves that procrastination can be philosophical.

8. Graceful Flight… Or Not

Earl waxes poetic about birds in flight. Nelson crushes the moment by pointing out he’s admiring a garbage bag. Brutal honesty from kids never fails.

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9. Adventure of a Lifetime

Earl feels like being adventurous. Opal dreams of travel, but Earl’s idea? Surviving a whole day without taking a pill. Old age redefined.

10. The Quilt Shopping Meltdown

Earl thinks they’ve been shopping for hours; Opal says twenty minutes. His fake heart attack routine is so rehearsed, she calls him out instantly.

11. Phantom Pants Attack

Opal swears she saw Earl’s pants crawl across the floor. Either laundry day’s haunted, or those pills need halving. Surreal humor at its best.

12. Old Guys Rule

Earl proudly wears an “Old Guys Rule” T-shirt to the store. Opal worries about appearances—until Earl cleverly flips it into a win.

13. Anniversary Gone Wrong

Earl forgets their anniversary, writes “Sweaty Pie” instead of “Sweetie Pie,” and flees the scene. A Hallmark moment gone hysterically sideways.

14. The Pen Mystery

Earl accuses Opal of stealing his pen. Turns out it’s been leaking in his pocket the whole time. Marriage, meet slapstick.

15. Cowboy Boots Logic

Opal questions Earl’s new cowboy boots. Earl defends himself by pointing out her tennis shoes. Logic: 1, Opal: 0.

16. Nelson’s Morbid Curiosity

Kids say the darndest things—like asking who inherits your stuff when you die. Earl’s dark humor makes it even funnier.

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17. Laundry Folding 101

Earl “folds” a fitted sheet by basically wrestling it. Nelson sums it up perfectly: “scrunching.” Everyone who’s fought a sheet gets it.

18. Bunny Slippers Confusion

Opal catches Earl wearing her bunny slippers. His excuse? He thought the mail lady was flirting. Smooth move, Earl.

19. Colonoscopy Avoidance

Opal presses Earl to schedule his test. Earl’s brilliant excuse? Hoping the world ends first. A+ procrastination.

20. Basement Philosophy

Earl dodges chores with existential questions: “If no one sees a mess, is it a mess?” His logic is airtight—until hunger calls.

Final Thoughts

Earl and Opal Comics prove that everyday life is funnier than any sitcom. These 20 strips remind us that humor doesn’t fade with age—it just gets sharper, grumpier, and more relatable. Whether it’s a forgotten anniversary, a donut hoard, or bunny slipper mishaps, Brian Crane delivers pure comedic gold in every panel.

Artist Credit

All Earl and Opal Comics are created by Brian Crane, syndicated through Andrews McMeel Syndication. You can enjoy more of his work on the official site: GoComics – Pickles. Crane’s witty take on aging and family life continues to resonate with millions worldwide.

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