Dark humor cartoons by Jan Kunz begin with a smirk and end with a full-on “did-they-just-go-there?” laugh. Jan Kunz is a master of the uncomfortable chuckle, blending sharp wit with subtle absurdity. His cartoons play with modern anxieties, political nuance, and plain old ridiculousness — all through simple line work and expressive characters.
Kunz’s style is deceptively innocent, often resembling traditional Sunday comics at first glance. But linger for a second and you’ll spot satire about society, technology, generational conflict, or veganism. He has an uncanny ability to make the ordinary feel off-kilter and the absurd feel oddly familiar.
Whether it’s mocking climate protests, poking fun at digital dependency, or taking shots at picky eaters, Jan Kunz’s cartoons prove that good comedy doesn’t always need to be loud — sometimes a raised eyebrow and a perfectly timed punchline can do wonders. Below are 10 of his best dark humor gems that you just can’t unsee.
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1. Glue Levels and the Last Generation
At a routine check-up, a concerned doctor tells the patient, “I’m really not happy with your glue levels.” The man’s reaction? A resigned “Crap.” It’s a ridiculous commentary on eco-protesters who glue themselves to roads, but framed like a serious health concern. Dark humor meets health satire.
2. Bunny Dodgeball Gone Wrong
Two sporty bunny kids practice dodging under the coach’s watchful eye — until one lies knocked out on the grass. “That’s not what I meant,” the coach mutters. The visual gag lands hard, literally, while mocking how easily instructions get hilariously misinterpreted.
3. The Gas Price Sting
A man gets stung again by a giant wasp while sneaking heat from the radiator. The woman in the kitchen warns, “Hands off the heater.” This one is peak energy crisis satire — domestic squabbles, punishment, and bugs all in one absurdly dark frame.
4. Dinner Theatre Disaster
A grand, poetic entrance into the dining room — and the kid groans, “Ugh, spaghetti polonaise again!” A spot-on dig at over-the-top traditions that mean absolutely nothing to unimpressed youth. Sarcastic and so relatable it hurts.
5. The Not-So-Smart E-Brain
When a student with a sci-fi brain-enhancing helmet answers “Four!” to 3+2, the teacher deadpans, “Turn it up a level.” This cartoon blends dystopian tech commentary with school humor, and the result is sharply stupid — in the best way.
6. Exactly the Last Generation
A man responds to “Do you have kids?” with “No.” The reply: “Exactly. Last Generation.” It’s a cold, clever nod to climate protest groups and generational divides — wrapped in casual sidewalk small talk. Simple but brutal.
7. Fly Soup and Vegan Drama
A man shouts there’s a fly in his vegetable soup. The waiter thinks, “Oh god, a vegan.” The clash between hospitality and dietary politics becomes hilariously toxic. Passive-aggressive service at its darkest.
8. Eye Bags and Medical Madness
A worried patient says he has “terrible bags under his eyes,” pointing to literal handbags growing on his chest. The doctor, unbothered, says, “I don’t see anything unusual.” A wonderfully gross and surreal visual joke, wrapped in medical apathy.
9. Bar Hop, Interrupted
A man stands outside a closed bar reading a sign directing him to two other bars — both also closed. The timing is cruel. The man’s loneliness is palpable. And yet it’s deeply funny, because we’ve all been there.
10. Vegan Apartment Reject
A vegan refuses an apartment because the window frames were painted with a horsehair brush. Over-the-top? Absolutely. But that’s what makes it genius — it skewers the extremes of ethical living with perfect deadpan delivery.
If you like edgy, clever, and totally unfiltered humor, Jan Kunz is your guy. His cartoons are like observational comedy with a twisted grin — unapologetically absurd, socially aware, and undeniably funny.
Credit: All images by Jan Kunz. View more at thehumorside.com
