Hilarious Pun Cartoons is exactly what you’ll get from Dan Thompson’s wildly inventive comic series, Brevity. This article reviews 20 of his best works — each one packed with puns, wordplay, and laugh-out-loud moments. If you like your humor witty, clever, and sometimes groan-inducing in the best way, these cartoons are made for you.
Dan Thompson’s Brevity is one of the sharpest, shortest comic strips out there — and it always delivers a punch. Syndicated by Andrews McMeel, Brevity has run in major newspapers and digital platforms for years, standing out with its minimal art and maximum wordplay.
Dan’s style mixes quick observational jokes, pop culture twists, and glorious puns that leave readers both chuckling and facepalming. From medieval mishaps to musical fish, there’s no theme off-limits. What makes his work so enjoyable is its unpredictability — you never know whether the joke will be highbrow, lowbrow, or just a masterclass in absurdity.
Get Ready to Laugh at These 20 Hilarious Pun Cartoons
#1 Odd-ible Books Only Have Odd Pages
This pun-driven tech gag is as clever as it is absurd. When a man realizes his e-books only have pages 1, 3, 5, 7 — the punchline hits: he bought them on “Odd-ible.” Cheaper? Yes. Worth it? Not so much. Classic Brevity brilliance.
#2 Hard to Keep Track of Derailments
Two train conductors share coffee and dry sarcasm. One asks how many derailments the other’s had. The answer? “It’s hard to keep track.” The play on words hits you after a beat, and that’s the beauty of it.
#3 Apple Confusion at the Record Store
A man asks about Fiona Apple music. The clerk, thinking literally, responds with a pun: “Well, I own an iPhone and iPad…” The perfect miscommunication joke — delightfully frustrating and funny.
#4 Rude-olph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
This cartoon hilariously reimagines a holiday classic. The reindeer on TV is roasting other reindeer like a stand-up comic after too much eggnog. The mom’s shock is the perfect payoff. “What are you watching?!” — pure comic timing.
#5 Hockey Bag Interrogation Tactic
Need a confession? Skip good cop, bad cop — go straight to opening a sweaty hockey bag in a sealed room. This interrogation gag is gross, creative, and darkly funny.
#6 The Flue Shot
A mobster calls in sick… for a “flue shot.” The combination of gangster lingo and chimney sweep humor is so specific it loops back around to genius.
#7 Versailles Shoe Store Drama
A snooty aristocrat is upset over too much “toe exposure” in his flops. The kicker? They’re called “Philippe’s Flops.” It’s fashion meets historical absurdity. This one’s for pun connoisseurs.
#8 Cake in Tiers
A bride is thrilled when her wedding cake makes the chefs cry. “That’s perfect! I wanted it in tiers!” It’s silly, heartfelt, and one of the best plays on words in the set.
#9 Captain Under-Who?
A man dressed as Captain Underpants confuses even himself. “Captain Under-who?” It’s meta, absurd, and ends the list on a laugh. Long live cartoon chaos.
#10 He Dover-Does It
A man asks for one photo of the White Cliffs of Dover. The intern delivers 30. The explanation? “He always Dover-does it.” This one is pun gold wrapped in office chaos.
#11 The Evesdropping Serpent
In the Garden of Eden, the snake drops a fruit and apologizes: “Sorry, I didn’t mean to evesdrop.” A biblical pun done right. Wordplay fans will absolutely eat this one up.
#12 Blame My Shelf
A woman complains her bookshelf collapsed. The guy shrugs and says, “I blame my shelf.” So wrong, yet so satisfying. Wordplay + awkward denial = peak Brevity.
#13 The Rainbow Connection (Literally)
Kermit the Frog hands money to a rainbow — because it’s literally “The Rainbow Connection.” The surreal visual makes this pun feel like art. A clever nod to the song and childhood nostalgia.
#14 No Pyre Remorse
A medieval vendor assures his customer: “No pyre remorse.” It’s a medieval marketplace, firewood for sale — and the pun is delivered deadpan. Gloriously dry.
#15 Playing Scales
A fish at a piano is “playing scales.” The ocean animals hate the repetition. The pun is musical, zoological, and perfect for dad-joke lovers.
#16 Risotto Voce
Two chefs whisper intensely while making risotto. “Why are you whispering?” “Risotto voce.” It’s an Italian culinary joke and a musical pun — elite humor for foodies and musicians alike.
#17 Lamb-orghini
In the most literal interpretation of a fancy car joke, a guy rides in on a lamb. “Check out Dale’s new Lamb-orghini!” It’s dumb. It’s visual. It’s glorious.
#18 A Coffee You Shouldn’t Refuse
A mafia-style diner scene. “I made him a coffee he shouldn’t refuse.” It’s The Godfather meets Starbucks. This comic is smooth, clever, and perfectly brewed.
#19 Time Waits for Snowman
Father Time bangs on the porta-potty where Frosty is hiding. “Time waits for snowman.” The pun is cold… and brilliant. The dripping puddle? Icing on the joke.
#20 Knight Shift
A medieval knight applies for a graveyard security job. The cop doesn’t see the connection — but we do. “Knight shift.” Brevity wins again with the shortest joke possible that still lands hard.
Final Summery
These Hilarious Pun Cartoons by Dan Thompson prove that Brevity lives up to its name — delivering smart, quick laughs in one panel or less. If you love puns, visual jokes, and offbeat scenarios, you’ll find gold in every cartoon here. Dan’s wordplay is clever, clean, and timeless.
Credit to the Artist: Dan Thompson All the hilarious pun cartoons featured in this article are the creative works of Dan Thompson, the mastermind behind the comic strip Brevity. His unique blend of wit and wordplay has entertained readers for years.
Explore More of Dan Thompson’s Work:
- Official Website: GoComics – Brevity
- Facebook: Brevity Comic Strip
- Instagram: @dan.thompson.comics
For a deeper dive into his world of humor, visit Boredcomics.com and enjoy a curated collection of his funniest panels.
