Funny Cartoons Today is the perfect title for this delightful dive into Mark Parisi’s wacky world, and this comic review delivers just that. If your brain needs a break or your coffee isn’t strong enough to jolt you awake, these 20 single-panel masterpieces from Off the Mark will gladly pick up the slack. They’re weird. They’re smart. They’re laugh-out-loud funny.
About Mark Parisi
Mark Parisi is the creator of the long-running comic panel Off the Mark, a staple of American cartoon humor since 1987. Known for his quick wit and offbeat takes on everyday life, Parisi has won the National Cartoonists Society’s “Best Newspaper Panel” award and earned a loyal fanbase across newspapers and online platforms.
His work stands out thanks to its expressive characters, sharp punchlines, and playful art style. Whether skewering dad habits, decoding cat behavior, or giving inanimate objects hilarious personalities, Parisi’s talent lies in transforming the mundane into comedy gold.
#1 The Latest in Dad Tech.
A universal dad fantasy finally comes true: a smart TV that remembers where he dozed off. It’s genius and painfully relatable to every dad who’s waged war against sleep during movie night.
#2 The Cat Cracks.
The cat may have a “leave me alone” mantra, but let the kid walk in and suddenly it’s a therapy emergency. Classic cat logic. Classic Mark Parisi mischief.
#3 Thermostat Terror.
Kids daring to touch the thermostat? In dad horror terms, that’s more terrifying than a haunted house. A perfectly exaggerated take on the sacred household rule.
#4 Restroom Door Drama.
Even bathroom doors aren’t safe from parody. When one door’s happy and the other looks traumatized, you know there’s a weird story behind “Vacant.”
#5 Gassy Jellyfish.
Two jellyfish, one digestive dilemma. Who knew flatulence jokes could float so gracefully beneath the sea?
#6 Baby Burn.
“He’s got your mouth!”—the toddler roasts his grandma using emojis. This one’s for anyone who knows sass runs deep in the gene pool.
#7 Robot Cravings.
Forget heart health—this robot only cares about bacon. Mark Parisi nails AI priorities better than Silicon Valley.
#8 Dad’s Inner Turmoil.
Not the apocalypse, not taxes—what really breaks Dad is the A/C running with a window open. A hilarious ode to frugal frustration
#9 Pup-Approved Dining.
Welcome to “The Good Pup Restaurant,” where the buffet is whatever you can sneak from the table. If dogs ran Yelp, this place would be 5 bones out of 5.
#10 Dangerous Bath Plans.
The comic delivers a punchline from the grave: “His last words were ‘I’ll give the cat a bath.’” May he rest in peace—and with no claw marks.
#11 Charlie Brown’s Classroom Nightmare.
What if a Peanuts teacher tried teaching real kids? This comic hilariously visualizes that nightmare with a literal “wah-wah-wah” moment.
#12 Photo-Ready Feline.
This one’s for anyone who’s ever tried capturing their pet’s cuteness, only to be met with a contortionist twist. Pets are trolls, and we love them for it.
#13 Dog Meets Tree.
The eager pup thinks he’s heading toward a warm welcome. The tree disagrees. It’s cartoon collision comedy at its best.
#14 Panda Style.
A bear and a panda swap fur fashion tips. If Zoolander had a woodland spin-off, this would be scene one.
#15 Tracked by Sharks.
Sharks swimming? Cool. But humans glued to phones, unaware of being tracked? Now that’s dark comedy with real bite.
#16 Alexa the Parrot.
Alexa fatigue hits hard when your parrot starts parroting it. Mark Parisi’s twist on smart home life is clever and oddly plausible.
#17 Knock Knock Fail.
The car mechanic becomes the butt of his own joke when his timing belt gives the worst knock-knock punchline ever. Car guys will feel this one.
#18 Winnie’s Cousin.
“Winnie the Peeh” has unfortunately earned his name. Parisi blends classic character with bathroom humor for a hilariously wrong-right combination.
#19 See You Later, Alligator.
An alligator in therapy explains why “See you later” sends him into an existential crisis. Puns meet psychology—what’s not to love?
#20 Snap Peas Slam.
Ron didn’t realize the poetry slam was exclusively for snap peas. A brilliantly punny social faux pas with veggie flair.
Final Thoughts
That wraps up our favorite Funny Cartoons Today by the brilliant Mark Parisi. Each panel packs a full laugh in a single frame—quick, witty, and oddly insightful. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering Off the Mark, these comics are proof that the best humor is often found in life’s little absurdities.
Credit: All comics featured are by Mark Parisi.
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