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Satirical Humor Free PDF Magazines and Parody Comics
Discover the most famous satirical humor magazine pdf titles that defined generations of comedy. This collection features classics like Mad and National Lampoon, which specialize in sharp political and cultural parodies, making them the most influential comedy pdf magazines of their time.
Cracked
1958-2004
U.S.: Major Magazines
“Cracked was an American humor magazine. Founded in 1958, Cracked proved to be the most durable of the many publications to be launched in the wake of Mad magazine. The print publication was cancelled in February 2007.” – Wikipedia.
Crazy
1973-1983
NY: Marvel Comics
Crazy Magazine was an illustrated satire and humor magazine, and was published by Marvel Comics from 1973 to 1983.
Mad Magazine Archive
2018-2022
1968-1978
1952-1966
1952-1995 Random, including other languages
NY: Gaines
Mad magazine archive. Mad was first published in 1952 by editor Harvey Kurtzman and publisher William Gaines. It was widely imitated and influential, reaching a peak in readership of more than 2 million in the early 70s. It publishes satire on all aspects of life and popular culture, politics, entertainment, and public figures. Mad Magazine PDF
National Lampoon
1970-1990s
NY: NL Communications
National Lampoon was started by Harvard graduates and Harvard Lampoon alumni Doug Kenney, Henry Beard and Robert Hoffman in 1969. The Harvard Lampoon was established in 1876 and became a long-standing tradition of the campus. The magazine existed from 1970 to 1998. – Wikipedia. Free Online National Lampoons.
Sick
1960-1980
U.S.: Crestwood, Hewfred, Charleton Comics
A monthly. Sick was created in 1960 by comic-book writer-artist Joe Simon, who also edited the title until the late 1960s. The last issue was published in 1980.
Spy vs Spy
1961-2009
U.S.: Mad Magazine
“The Complete Casebook”. A popular comic strip from Mad Magazine, published separately here.
Cartoon, Niche, and Funny Mags
This group focuses on specialized funny mags and illustrated humor, including car culture, show business satire, and collections of cartoon artwork. These niche publications, like CARtoons, offer a unique slice of comedy and visual humor beyond mainstream humor magazine archive content.
American Humor & Show Biz Magazine Variety
1919-1923
U.S. – Various publishers
Here is a selection of American humorous magazines from around 1920, including some with show business or celebrity themes. Humor magazines include ‘Capt. Billy’s Whiz Bang, ‘Cap’n Joey’s Jazza Ka Jazza’, and ‘Hot Dog’. Show biz-themed magazines include ‘The Tatler’ and ‘Broadway Brevities.’
CARtoons Magazine
1960-1991
U.S.: Robert E. Petersen
CARtoons magazine is an American publication that focuses on automotive humor and hot rod artwork. It originally ran from 1959 to 1991. Ontario artist Marc Methot resumed publication of the magazine in January 2016 and it continues to be published bimonthly. – Wikipedia.
Improbable Research
Improbable Research Website
Assorted Articles from the Magazine
Unknown
The Annals of Improbable Research (AIR) is a six-issues-a-year magazine, spotlighting genuine, improbable research culled from the entire world. We also publish original improbable research.
Vintage Humor Magazines PDF Free Archives
Explore an extensive free archive of over 1,000 issues spanning a century of humor. This broad collection of comedy magazines to download includes titles from various publishers and eras, offering a historical look at how humor and satire evolved through different funny mag formats.
Humor and Cartoon Magazine Collection
1918-2024
Various Publishers
A collection of over 1,000 issues, from many titles.
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