Mad #118
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"In the Out Exit" is a standout entry in EC's Mad #118 (1968), a clever and sardonic take on everyday absurdities, all penned and illustrated by the legendary Al Jaffee. With his signature deadpan wit, Jaffee presents a series of deliberately obtuse questions, each met with a perfectly timed, dryly sarcastic reply—complete with a blank space for readers to craft their own snarky answers. The cover, by Norman Mingo, captures the issue’s irreverent spirit with its sharp, stylized line work.
In "Mission: Ridiculous," a spoof of the popular "Mission: Impossible" series, a team of secret agents attempts to recover stolen microfilm through a series of hilariously over-the-top and suspiciously obvious maneuvers. The story leans into absurdity with every step, turning espionage into a farce where stealth is replaced by spectacle.
In "Mad's Snappy Answers to Stupid Questions," absurdly literal queries meet perfectly deadpan retorts, turning everyday moments into comedic showdowns of logic and sass. With a page designed for readers to scribble their own witty comebacks, the feature turns the audience into part of the joke—no punchline guaranteed, just pure, typeset mischief.
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