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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Hilarious funny dad jokes - Caught on Camera
Looking for the best dad jokes that are so bad, they’re hilarious? You’re in the right place. Whether you love funny dad jokes that make everyone groan or you’re secretly a fan of clever one-liners, this list delivers the ultimate laugh (or eye-roll) every time.
From classic puns to the latest dad jokes 2024 and 2025, we’ve gathered cheesy, wholesome, and totally awkward humor that only dads (or wannabe dads) can pull off. And yes, we’ve even added a few dad jokes for adults with a slightly more grown-up twist.
So if you’re ready for painfully predictable but weirdly satisfying punchlines, scroll down to discover the funniest dad jokes ever written, vote for your favorites, and share the cringiest ones in the comments!
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#1
Parenting Level: Invisible
Today, my son asked "Can I have a book mark?" and I burst into tears. 11 years old and he still doesn't know my name is Brian.
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#2
My wife is really mad at the fact that I have no sense of direction. So I packed up my stuff and right.
#3
DAD: I was just listening to the radio on my way in to town, apparently an actress just killed herself. MOM: Oh my! Who!? DAD: Uh, I can't remember... I think her name was Reese something? MOM: WITHERSPOON!!!!!??????? DAD: No, it was with a knife...
#5
I bought some shoes from a drug dealer. I don't know what he laced them with, but I was tripping all day!
#6
Did you know the first French fries weren't actually cooked in France? They were cooked in Greece.
#7
Pun Intended
If a child refuses to sleep during nap time, are they guilty of resisting a rest?
#8
The secret service isn't allowed to yell "Get down!" anymore when the president is about to be attacked. Now they have to yell "Donald, duck!"
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#11
So Bad They’re Good: The Cheesiest Ones
I ordered a chicken and an egg from Amazon. I’ll let you know
#13
Lost in Translation Moments
My daughter screeched, "Daaaaaad, you haven't listened to one word I've said, have you!?" What a strange way to start a conversation with me...
#14
A slice of apple pie is $2.50 in Jamaica and $3.00 in the Bahamas. These are the pie rates of the Caribbean.
#15
My wife tried to unlatch our daughter's car seat with one hand and said, "How do one armed mothers do it?" Without missing a beat I replied, "Single handedly."
#16
Dead Serious Dad Joke
When a dad drives past a graveyard: Did you know that's a popular cemetery? Yep, people are just dying to get in there!
#17
My friend keeps saying "cheer up man it could be worse, you could be stuck underground in a hole full of water." I know he means well.
#19
Round Table Pun Fun
The fattest knight at King Arthur’s round table was Sir Cumference. He acquired his size from too much pi.
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A Deeper Purpose Behind Dad Jokes
It’s easy to write off the best dad jokes ever as being corny. However, some experts believe such jokes have a deeper purpose. According to The Conversation, dads feel more like fatherly figures when telling such jokes. While the dads get their dose of humor, children learn to deal with embarrassment. These factors help develop a healthy father-child relationship.
Even the most corny dad jokes can have long-lasting effects on adult children. According to the ABC7 report, jokes like these can help a child become a better human being and a more confident adult. As they “build up” immunity to embarrassment, children are more willing to open up and be themselves.
So, instead of getting red from embarrassment, appreciate your dose of the dad joke of the day. Not only are you bringing joy to your parent, but you also develop a confident personality. When you reach adulthood, you’ll have your own collection of dad jokes to tell your friends.
#21
Quick One-Liners To Catch You Off Guard
Why can't you hear a pterodactyl go to the bathroom? Because the pee is silent.
Dad jokes age like fine cheese: the older they get, the more delightfully cringe they become. Enjoyed these Funny Dad Jokes and Puns? There’s plenty more where that came from in our dad jokes hub.
#26
Did you hear the news? FedEx and UPS are merging. They’re going to go by the name Fed-Up from now on.
#28
I told my son I was named after Thomas Jefferson… He said, “But dad, your name is Brian.” I said, “I know, but I was named AFTER Thomas Jefferson.”
#30
Clear Reasons to Decline
Why did the invisible man turn down the job offer? He couldn't see himself doing it.
#31
Puns That Deserve A Standing Dad-Ovation
SERVER: "Sorry about your wait." DAD: "Are you saying I’m fat?”
#35
What's the best part about living in Switzerland? I don't know, but the flag is a big plus.
#36
Emergency Dessert Delivery?
When an ambulance zips past with its siren blaring: "They won’t sell much ice cream driving that fast.”
What is the Oldest Dad Joke?
Like with everything, there is a specific starting point for jokes. While we might not know the first dad joke to be told, we might get a hint at the genre it was in. Fart jokes want to or not date back to the Sumerians. According to Reuters, a fart joke dates back to 1900 B.C. While you might have it in your list of jokes to tell your dad, keep it around to get the upper hand in a corny humor standoff.
#46
I used to have a job at a calendar factory but I got the sack because I took a couple of days off.
#54
A ham sandwich walks into a bar and orders a beer. The bartender says, "Sorry we don’t serve food here."
#56
Dad Jokes That Hit Different
What did the buffalo say to his son when he dropped him off at school? Bison.
#60
What do you call a cow with two legs? Lean beef. If the cow has no legs, then it’s ground beef.
#61
Unexpected Zingers You Didn’t See Coming
I just watched a documentary about beavers. It was the best dam show I ever saw!
#70
Unstoppable Gentlemen
I hear it's easy to get ladies not to eat Tide pods. It's more difficult to deter gents, though.
#72
A woman is on trial for beating her husband to death with his guitar collection. Judge says, "First offender?" She says, "No, first a Gibson! Then a Fender!”
#74
You're American when you go into the bathroom, and you're American when you come out, but do you know what you are while you're in there? European.
#79
As a lumberjack, I know that I’ve cut exactly 2,417 trees. I know because every time I cut one, I keep a log.
#81
The Ultimate Eye-Rollers
Why do chicken coops only have two doors? Because if they had four, they would be chicken sedans!
#83
Caught in the Act
I was interrogated over the theft of a cheese toastie. Man, they really grilled me.
#85
A three-legged dog walks into a bar and says to the bartender, "I’m looking for the man who shot my paw."
#86
Exhausted From Dreaming
I had a dream that I was a muffler last night. I woke up exhausted!
#89
Legal Hay Drama
Did you see they made round bails of hay illegal in Wisconsin? It’s because the cows weren’t getting a square meal.
#90
Question & Answer Jokes That Keep You Guessing
What do you call a lonely cheese? Provolone.
#92
I told my 14 year old son I thought 'Fortnite' was a stupid name for a computer game. I think it is just too weak.
#94
How do you tell the difference between a frog and a horny toad? A frog says, "Ribbit, ribbit" and a horny toad says, "Rub it, rub it.”
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