2024's Top Anime Comedies: A Year of Laughter and Innovation

A Year of Laughter: The Funniest Anime of 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, it's clear that comedy anime has truly shone this year. With a blend of innovative storytelling and classic humor, these shows have provided laughter and joy to anime enthusiasts across the globe. Here, we rank the top 10 funniest anime of 2024.

10. Mr. Villain’s Day Off

Set in a universe where even villains need a break, Warumono-san of the evil organization finds solace in simple pleasures away from world domination schemes. This slice-of-life comedy aired in the Winter of 2024 and is available on Crunchyroll. With its relaxed pace and adorable moments, Mr. Villain’s Day Off perfects the combination of contrasting evil reputations with mundane, cheerful activities.

9. The Fable

The art of lying low takes center stage in The Fable. Its unique portrayal of a top assassin forced to live as a civilian brought a fresh blend of situational comedy and realistic art style. Although it didn’t gain massive attention while airing, its strength lies in the suspenseful moments interwoven with comedy.

8. My Deer Friend Nokotan

My Deer Friend Nokotan took the anime world by storm with its surreal humor and endless gags. Despite mixed responses on its repetitive style, the show was hailed as a modern-day classic akin to Nichijou. Its unpredictable storylines and quirky character antics made it a must-watch, even if only for its initial episodes' meme-worthy content. For more on its influences, check similar anime to My Deer Friend Nokotan.

7. Ranma ½

Reviving a classic with Studio MAPPA's reboot, Ranma ½ melded nostalgia with fresh animation. The gender-swapping martial artist Ranma Saotome's adventures remain as amusing as ever. While some jokes might seem a bit dated, its charm lies in both the timeless story and its entertaining characters. Discover more about Ranma ½'s impact over the years through a historical lens here.

6. Mashle: Magic and Muscles

Season 2 of Mashle continued its reign in shonen comedy with Mashle tackling the Divine Visionary Candidate Exam by relying solely on his physical prowess in a magical world. It emphasizes humor through Mashle's simplistic yet hilarious problem-solving skills while developing into a fantasy adventure unique in its genre.

5. Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!

Romantic comedy takes on a magical twist with Cherry Magic! where virginity becomes a superpower that enables telepathy. With heartwarming moments and comedic misunderstandings between Kiyoshi Adachi and his coworker Yuuichi Kurosawa, the show explores romance with a comedic charm that stands out in romantic anime. Dive deeper into BL anime's popularity here.

4. Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines!

Reimagining romance tropes, Makeine shines a humorous light on the stories of often-overlooked characters in romantic anime. Following the tales of three unique "losing heroines," this series stands out with its commentary on romance clichés, wrapped in lighthearted humor. Discover the intricacies of storytelling in anime with classics and new trends here.

3. KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!

Returning after five years, KonoSuba's third season continues the hilarious misadventures of Kazuma and his quirky companions. The show blends comedy with character growth, focusing slightly more on storylines but never losing its humor core. It remains a quintessential series for fans of comedic isekai adventures, offering laughs and plot in equal measure. For more on isekai evolution, explore here.

2. Delicious in Dungeon

Unique and irresistibly funny, Delicious in Dungeon starts its narrative with an engaging mixture of fantasy, culinary exploration, and comedy. The party's interactions with bizarre monsters lead to both thrilling and surreally humorous moments. Studio Trigger’s impressive adaptation adds to its appeal. Check out its standout qualities in fantasy anime here.

1. Dandadan

Topping our chart is Dandadan, an anime that effortlessly merges action, romance, sci-fi, and unfiltered comedy. The dynamic between Momo Ayase and Ken Takakura blends genuine humor with supernatural madness, striking a perfect balance in genre-busting entertainment.