Once upon a time, a comic book didn’t need to be dark, grim, or gritty to be successful. Comic books — evolving from ...

Seth Rogen has a surprisingly impressive catalog of animated roles in his filmography, from space aliens to hearty Vikings ...

Since retiring The Far Side in 1994, Gary Larson has rarely released any new cartoons, but the few he has may be some of his ...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) included thrilling conflicts, emotive stories, and powerful characters. However, one of its strongest assets has been the humor.

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Public awareness campaigns that press only the fear button (“Terrible things are going to happen!”) or the shame button (“And ...

When The Simpsons premiered on December 17, 1989, no one could’ve predicted that it would turn out to be one of the longest-running—and most popular—TV shows.

How funny is death? Well, the closer it comes the less I fret over it. I’m pretty healthy, but I’m in the home stretch and ...

Animated and cartoon titles used to often be classic Disney and Saturday morning staples, or raunchy adult counterpoints.

Comedian and illustrator Mo Welch has built a career blending sharp humor with emotional honesty. Her recent special, "Dad ...

Politicians learned this lesson a long time ago: a well-placed joke is a valuable tool for capturing public attention and building trust. Scientists, however, are much more reluctant to use humor ...

Humor has long been a central element of cartoons, offering entertainment and relief. However, humor in cartoons serves a much deeper purpose than just eliciting laughter. It is a powerful tool that ...