In The Last of Us, Ellie’s pun book No Pun Intended: Volume Too brings rare laughs to a grim world, with Joel grudgingly enduring her groan-worthy dad jokes. These 200+ all-new, Joel-approved dad jokes in pure English are safe for all audiences, blending corny humor, TLOU lore, and Ellie’s cheeky vibe for fans, family game nights, or HBO series marathons. From clicker quips to survivor zingers, these puns will make you groan louder than Joel dodging infected.
Ready to endure and laugh? Dive in and unleash the apocalypse of dad humor! 200+ Printable Jokes for Seniors to Brighten Their Day
Dad Jokes from The Last of Us (Joel-Approved Humor)
Ellie’s Pun Book Classics
- Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!
- What do you call a bear with no socks? Barefoot!
- Why don’t eggs tell secrets? They’d crack under pressure!
- What did the bread say to the butter? You’re my spread-mate!
- Why was the broom late? It swept in at the last minute!
- What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato!
- Why did the clock go to therapy? It had too many ticks!
- What’s a skeleton’s favorite instrument? The trom-bone!
- Why did the orange stop rolling? It ran out of juice!
- What do you call a sleeping dinosaur? A snore-a-saurus!
Clicker Chaos Jokes
- Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!
- What’s a clicker’s favorite sport? Dodgeball—they’re always dodging Joel!
- Why are clickers bad at lying? You can hear their clicks a mile away!
- What do clickers do on weekends? Stalk the apocalypse dance floor!
- Why did the clicker fail at stand-up? Its punchlines were too fungal!
- What’s a clicker’s favorite dessert? Brain pudding, extra spores!
- Why don’t clickers use phones? They prefer face-to-face screams!
- How do clickers stay fit? Running after survivors all day!
- Why was the clicker embarrassed? It got caught clicking in public!
- What’s a clicker’s pickup line? “Wanna be my fungal friend?”
Joel’s Grumpy Groaners
- Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!
- What’s Joel’s favorite dad joke? “I’m too old for this pun-ishment!”
- Why is Joel bad at comedy? His laughs are stuck in the apocalypse!
- How does Joel rate puns? “Bad enough to make a bloater blush!”
- Why did Joel tell a pun? To survive Ellie’s relentless joke attacks!
- What’s Joel’s pun comeback? “That’s so bad, it’s infected my ears!”
- Why is Joel’s humor dry? He’s been through too many apocalypses!
- How does Joel dodge puns? With a grunt and a quick reload!
- Why did Joel laugh? The pun was so bad it broke him!
- What’s Joel’s motto? “Endure puns, survive clickers!”
Ellie’s Cheeky Zingers
- Why did Ellie tell Joel a pun? To crack his grumpy old shell!
- What’s Ellie’s favorite quip? “Why’s Joel so slow? He’s stuck in dad mode!”
- Why is Ellie’s humor unbeatable? Her puns hit harder than a shiv!
- How does Ellie roast clickers? “You’re loud, but my jokes are louder!”
- Why did Ellie write puns? To survive the boredom of the end times!
- What’s Ellie’s pun strategy? “Hit ‘em with humor, not just bricks!”
- Why are Ellie’s jokes Joel-approved? They’re so bad, he can’t resist!
- How does Ellie deliver puns? With a smirk sharper than her switchblade!
- Why did Ellie’s pun book sell out? It was the apocalypse’s only bestseller!
- What’s Ellie’s best line? “My puns are the real cure!”
Infected Insanity
- Why did the bloater go to school? To improve its explosive personality!
- What’s an infected’s favorite game? Tag—you’re it, forever!
- Why are infected bad at karaoke? They only scream the high notes!
- How do bloaters party? With a blast that clears the room!
- Why did the infected join a choir? To harmonize with their clicks!
- What’s a bloater’s favorite snack? Anything with a side of spores!
- Why don’t infected play chess? They’d eat the board!
- How do infected apologize? With a fungal “I’m spore-y!”
- Why was the infected a bad chef? It kept serving raw brains!
- What’s an infected’s job? Professional apocalypse crasher!
Survivor Struggles
- Why did the survivor bring a rope? To tie up the apocalypse’s loose ends!
- What’s a survivor’s favorite drink? Rationed coffee—it’s the last brew!
- Why don’t survivors play poker? Too many infected wild cards!
- How do survivors stay warm? With firefly campfires!
- Why was the survivor a poet? They rhymed through the end times!
- What’s a survivor’s favorite hobby? Looting for laughs!
- Why did the survivor become a comedian? To out-joke the clickers!
- How do survivors relax? With a post-apoc pun session!
- Why are survivors bad at hide and seek? Clickers always find them!
- What’s a survivor’s motto? “Laugh now, loot later!”
Post-Apoc Puns
- Why did the apocalypse start a bakery? For the best “end-times” bread!
- What’s a post-apoc pet? A dog that barks at clickers!
- Why don’t survivors use GPS? The apocalypse reroutes everything!
- How do you plan a post-apoc party? With lots of “blast” decorations!
- Why was the apocalypse quiet? Everyone was hiding from clickers!
- What’s a survivor’s favorite song? “I Will Survive”!
- Why did the apocalypse fail at comedy? Too many dead-end jokes!
- How do survivors cook? With “fire-fly” recipes!
- Why are post-apoc puns the best? They’re Joel-approved for groans!
- What’s the apocalypse’s slogan? “Endure, laugh, repeat!”
Giraffe Giggles (Ellie’s Zoo Vibes)
- Why did the giraffe join the survivors? It had a neck for spotting danger!
- What’s a giraffe’s favorite snack? High-branch leaves, apocalypse style!
- Why was the giraffe bad at stealth? Its neck gave it away!
- How do giraffes flirt? With a long, meaningful glance!
- Why did the giraffe write poetry? For the high-reaching rhymes!
- What’s a giraffe’s favorite movie? “Neck-flix and chill!”
- Why are giraffes great leaders? They see the big picture!
- How do giraffes party? With neck-twisting dance moves!
- Why did the giraffe blush? It overheard Ellie’s puns!
- What’s a giraffe’s job? Lookout for the apocalypse!
Fungal Funnies
- Why did the fungus throw a party? It was feeling extra spore-tive!
- What’s a cordyceps’ favorite dance? The clicker cha-cha!
- Why are fungi bad at secrets? They always spore the details!
- How do cordyceps travel? By fungal express!
- Why was the fungus a bad singer? It was always off-spore!
- What’s a cordyceps’ favorite book? “The Mushroom Diaries”!
- Why did the fungus fail at comedy? Its jokes were too moldy!
- How do fungi apologize? With a spore-sincere note!
- Why are cordyceps bad at sports? They keep sprouting penalties!
- What’s a fungus’ motto? “Grow where you’re planted!”
Weapon Witticisms
- Why did the shotgun go to school? To get a “blast” of knowledge!
- What’s a shiv’s favorite game? Stab and seek!
- Why are molotovs bad at parties? They always start a fire!
- How do bullets flirt? With a quick “shot” to the heart!
- Why did the bow blush? It heard an “arrow”-tic joke!
- What’s a machete’s hobby? Chopping up bad puns!
- Why are guns loud? They love to make a bang!
- How do weapons celebrate? With a “loaded” party!
- Why was the pipe bomb shy? It was always ready to explode!
- What’s a shiv’s motto? “Cut to the chase!”
Bar and Booze Banter
- Why did the survivor open a bar? For the last-call apocalypse!
- What’s a clicker’s favorite drink? Spore-bourbon!
- Why don’t survivors play darts? Too many infected bullseyes!
- How do survivors toast? “To surviving another clicker!”
- What’s a bar’s apocalypse special? “One shot, no infected!”
- Why was the bar quiet? Everyone was hiding from bloaters!
- How do survivors order? “Make it quick—clickers are coming!”
- What’s a bartender’s motto? “Serve fast, love last!”
- Why did the bar close? Too many fungal fights!
- What’s a survivor’s drink? “Endure and Sip”!
Family-Friendly Apocalypse Jokes
- Why did the kid bring a toy to the apocalypse? For some non-infected fun!
- What’s a family’s favorite game? “Hide from the clickers!”
- Why was the family reunion small? Only survivors showed up!
- How do families cook? With rationed recipes and love!
- Why did the dad tell puns? To keep the kids from clicker fears!
- What’s a family’s motto? “Laugh through the end times!”
- Why are kids good at puns? They learn from Ellie’s book!
- How do families celebrate? With a post-apoc cake party!
- Why did the mom hoard books? For bedtime apocalypse stories!
- What’s a kid’s favorite toy? A shiv-shaped action figure!
Moon and Space Shenanigans
- Why did the moon rock leave the survivor? It needed space to shine!
- What’s a moon’s favorite game? Crater tag!
- Why are astronauts good survivors? They’re used to no air!
- How do moon rocks party? With a lunar blast!
- Why was the moon shy? It overheard Ellie’s puns!
- What’s an astronaut’s favorite drink? Starry soda!
- Why did the moon rock fail comedy? Its jokes were too rocky!
- How do astronauts flirt? With out-of-this-world puns!
- Why are moon rocks bad at stealth? They always leave craters!
- What’s the moon’s job? Lighting up the apocalypse!
Toilet Tickle Jokes
- Why did the toilet paper run? It heard a clicker flush!
- What’s a toilet’s favorite song? “Flush Away My Blues!”
- Why was the toilet embarrassed? It saw a bloater’s business!
- How do toilets survive? By staying plugged in!
- Why did the toilet join the survivors? It was tired of being flushed!
- What’s a toilet’s motto? “Keep calm and flush on!”
- Why are toilets bad at puns? They always get clogged!
- How do toilets party? With a plunger bash!
- Why was the toilet a hero? It saved the last roll!
- What’s a toilet’s job? Cleaning up the apocalypse!
Foodie Funnies
- Why did the survivor bake bread? To rise above the infected!
- What’s a clicker’s favorite meal? Brain stew, extra spores!
- Why don’t survivors eat pizza? Too many “slice” attacks!
- How do survivors cook soup? With a firefly flame!
- Why was the canned food sad? It was stuck in rations!
- What’s a survivor’s dessert? Apocalypse pie!
- Why did the survivor grow veggies? To avoid fungal salads!
- How do survivors grill? With molotov heat!
- Why are survivors bad at baking? Too many “burnt” attempts!
- What’s a clicker’s snack? Headspace munchies!
Animal Antics
- Why did the dog join the survivors? It was a bark-against-clickers champ!
- What’s a cat’s apocalypse job? Purring away the fear!
- Why was the horse a survivor? It galloped past infected!
- How do birds survive? By flying over clickers!
- Why did the squirrel hoard nuts? For the apocalypse stash!
- What’s a rabbit’s motto? “Hop away from danger!”
- Why are wolves great survivors? They howl louder than clickers!
- How do cats flirt? With a purr-fect wink!
- Why was the bear a hero? It hugged away the fear!
- What’s a dog’s favorite game? Fetch the last bone!
Travel and Loot Laughs
- Why did the survivor carry a map? To avoid clicker detours!
- What’s a looter’s favorite hobby? Scavenging for puns!
- Why don’t survivors use Uber? Clickers keep stealing the rides!
- How do survivors travel? By foot—clickers took the wheels!
- Why was the backpack heavy? Full of apocalypse loot!
- What’s a looter’s motto? “Grab it before the infected!”
- Why did the survivor cross the road? To loot the other side!
- How do survivors camp? With firefly tents!
- Why are loot runs funny? They’re full of pun-tastic finds!
- What’s a survivor’s car? A rusty apocalypse-mobile!
Music and Rhythm Rib-Ticklers
- Why did the survivor start a band? For the post-apoc playlist!
- What’s a clicker’s favorite song? “Headspace Boogie”!
- Why are infected bad at dancing? They only know the fungal shuffle!
- How do survivors sing? With end-times karaoke!
- Why was the guitar a survivor? It strummed past clickers!
- What’s Joel’s favorite tune? “Grumpy Old Man Blues”!
- Why did Ellie play drums? To beat the apocalypse!
- How do survivors dance? With shiv-sharp moves!
- Why was the radio quiet? Clickers stole the signal!
- What’s a band’s motto? “Play loud, survive proud!”
Fashion and Apocalypse Style
- Why did the survivor wear boots? To stomp out clickers!
- What’s a clicker’s favorite outfit? Fungal chic!
- Why don’t survivors wear ties? Too easy for infected to grab!
- How do survivors dress? With apocalypse-ready flair!
- Why was the jacket a hero? It kept Joel warm!
- What’s Ellie’s fashion tip? “Puns are the best accessory!”
- Why did the scarf survive? It wrapped up the cold!
- How do survivors shop? By looting the last mall!
- Why was the hat stylish? It shaded the apocalypse!
- What’s a survivor’s motto? “Look good, fight good!”
Random Apocalypse Groaners
- Why did the survivor tell puns? To distract the clickers!
- What’s a bloater’s favorite hobby? Exploding with laughter!
- Why was the apocalypse chaotic? Too many pun-infected survivors!
- How do survivors sleep? With one eye on the clickers!
- Why did the pun book survive? It was Joel-approved!
- What’s a clicker’s favorite color? Spore-ange!
- Why are puns apocalypse-proof? They always get a groan!
- How do survivors dream? Of a pun-filled world!
- Why was the joke bad? It was infected with corniness!
- What’s the ultimate dad joke? “I survived the apocalypse—pun intended!”
Why These Dad Jokes Shine
Nailing the Corny, Joel-Approved, and TLOU-Inspired Tone
Jokes like “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” (Ellie’s pun book classics), “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” (clicker chaos), and “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” (Joel’s grumpy groaners) blend corny humor with TLOU’s gritty charm, perfect for fans craving apocalypse laughs.
Matching the Context
For game nights, use “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” For HBO watch parties, try “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” For fan chats, go “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!”
Timing for Maximum Impact
Share “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” during casual banter for groans. Use “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” post-series episode for lore vibes. Drop “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” in fan discussions for Joel’s grumpiness.
Keeping It Engaging
Avoid generic jokes like “Why did the chicken cross the road?” Go for “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” or “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” to keep it TLOU-specific and groan-worthy.
Personalizing the Joke
For gamers, use “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” For series viewers, try “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” For Joel fans, go “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!”
Delivery Tips
Say “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” with Ellie’s cheeky enthusiasm. Share “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” with a dramatic pause. Drop “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” with Joel’s gruff tone.
Interaction Context
For game fans, “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” fits Ellie’s pun book vibe. For series viewers, “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” resonates. For fan chats, “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” adds Joel’s charm.
Evolving Your Jokes
Don’t repeat “Knock knock.” Switch to “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” or “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” to keep it fresh and TLOU-themed.
Handling Reactions
If they groan, say “Joel would grunt at that one!” If they laugh, try “Ellie’s pun book lives on—what’s yours?” If they’re confused, go “Straight from TLOU—ready for another?”
Avoiding Weak Jokes
Skip bland lines like “What’s up?” Use “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” or “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” for TLOU flair.
Teaching Joel-Approved Jokes
Model “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” to show Ellie’s style. Share “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” to teach Joel’s vibe.
When to Keep It Short
For quick groans, use “What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato!” For longer laughs, go “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” for impact.
Bonus Content: Extra Dad Joke Ammo
5 Scenarios for Perfect Jokes
- Game Night with Fans: Use “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” for Ellie’s pun book vibe.
- HBO Watch Party: Say “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” for series nostalgia.
- Family Gathering: Try “What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato!” for light fun.
- Fan Chat: Go “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” for Joel’s grumpiness.
- Casual Banter: Use “What’s a skeleton’s favorite instrument? The trom-bone!” for quick groans.
5 Ways to Elevate Your Jokes
- Add TLOU Lore: Use “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” for game-specific laughs.
- Match the Context: Game fans? Go “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” Series viewers? Try “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” Family? Use “What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato!”
- Deliver with Flair: Say “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” with Ellie’s cheeky grin.
- Stay Corny or TLOU-Themed: Pair “What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato!” or “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” with the right crowd.
- Be Memorable: Use “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” for lore-driven groans.
5 Jokes to Avoid
- Too Bland: “Chicken crossed the road” lacks TLOU tie-in; use “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” instead.
- Too Flat: “Knock knock” flops without context; try “What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato!”
- Too Basic: “What’s up?” bores; go “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!”
- Too Dull: “Silly joke” stalls; use “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!”
- Too Plain: “Bad pun” fizzles; try “What’s a skeleton’s favorite instrument? The trom-bone!”
5 Follow-Up Lines to Keep It Going
- Joel would grunt at that one!
- Ellie’s pun book lives on—what’s yours?
- Straight from TLOU—ready for another?
- That pun’s apocalypse-approved—what’s next?
- Groan like Joel, laugh like Ellie!
5 Tips for Crafting Your Own Jokes
- Stay TLOU-Themed: Use “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” for lore laughs.
- Be Corny or Groan-Worthy: Try “What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato!” or “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!” for versatility.
- Keep It Concise: Short jokes like “What’s a skeleton’s favorite instrument? The trom-bone!” hit hard.
- Match the Context: Game nights? Go “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” Series parties? Try “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” Fan chats? Use “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!”
- Spark Groans: Add “Joel would grunt at that one!” to keep the laughs flowing.
Conclusion
From Ellie’s pun book classics to clicker chaos zingers, these 200+ Joel-approved dad jokes from The Last of Us deliver corny, apocalypse-ready humor. Perfect for game nights, HBO watch parties, or fan chats, they’ll make you groan like Joel dodging infected. Want more TLOU puns? Check out our other guides for extra apocalypse laughs!
FAQs
- Q. How do these dad jokes tie to The Last of Us?
They’re inspired by Ellie’s pun book and TLOU’s world, like “Why did the tomato turn red? It saw the salad dressing!” - Q. What’s a good joke for HBO watch parties?
Try “Why did the clicker join a band? It had the best headbanging rhythm!” for series-themed groans. - Q. Can these work for family game nights?
Yes! Use “What do you call a lazy kangaroo? A pouch potato!” for light, safe fun. - Q. How do I keep the laughs going after a joke?
Follow with “Joel would grunt at that one!” to spark more puns. - Q. Are these jokes safe for all audiences?
Totally! They’re corny, Joel-approved puns like “Why did Joel groan at Ellie’s puns? They were worse than a clicker ambush!”
