TruTV’sImpractical Jokersreigns supreme as one of the funniest hidden-camera reality shows of all time. Premiering in 2011 and starring the hilarious comedy troupe “The Tenderloins,” it stars four lifelong friends,James “Murr” Murray,Joe Gatto,Sal Vulcano, andBrian “Q” Quinn, in an amusing competition to see who can embarrass each other the most. With over one hundred and sixty episodes, and fifteen successful years as a popular ratings booster, this wildly successful series shows no signs of going away anytime soon.
With 11 hilarious seasons, anytime is a good time to look back on this popular comedic prank show and look over its greatest episodes.Whether they feature the funniest challenges, the wildest moments, or the most uncomfortable punishments, these episodes represent the bestImpractical Jokershad to offer. Here are the twenty-five best episodes of the show, ranked by their rousing scores on IMDb.
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25"Statue of Limitations" (Season 5, Episode 8)
IMDb Score: 8.7/10
The guys put on their best game faces while working as hosts at a Señor Frogs restaurant. Later, they head to the mall, asking strangers to watch their “Grandpas” while they have to leave for a ridiculous reason made up by the other Jokers. In the longest punishment in Impractical Jokers' history, requiring months of planning and secrecy, Sal is in a dilemma after an act in a previous episode where he grabbed the nose of a statue on a federal building, causing legal problems.
The Jokers received an actual letter from the Department of Homeland Security about Sal climbing the statue, but the case was ultimately dismissed. Hilariously, Murr, Q, and Joe never told Sal that it was closed, resulting in one of the funniest and most drawn-out punishments the poor Joker has ever received.“Statue of Limitations” is a delight from start to finish, featuring nonstop hilarity and a punishment that gets funnierwith every rewatch.
24"The Blunder Years" (Season 4, Episode 6)
While at a convenience store posing as check-out clerks, each Joker takes a turn trying to get shoppers to side with them after getting water splashed on their faces by an “angry customer.” Later, the guys have a “Do and Say” challenge while as planners at a wedding expo. Finally, Murr faces his most awkward punishment yet as he interviews his celebrity crush,Danica McKellar,fromthe ’80s-’90s teen drama showThe Wonder Years, while oiled up and wearing a speedo after he initially thought he was going into a body-building competition.
“The Blunder Years” is arguably the most uncomfortable episode of the series, full of wild momentsand situations that’ll have viewers cringing while laughing. It’s also so awkward but undeniably funny to see poor Murr in that ridiculous speedo while trying to push through his punishment. It’s an unforgettable moment from an absurdly memorable episode.
23"Below the Belt" (Season 4, Episode 2)
The Jokers are going wild while teaching fencing lessons and trying to convince their students to take another session with them. But if the student refuses to take another class, the Jokers lose. Then, things get more out of control as the guys pose as hair stylists in a classic “Do and Say” challenge. Unfortunately for Murr, he strikes big on the loser board and, in his punishment, gives a lengthy Climate Change seminar while the other Jokers do ridiculous things to his legs from behind his desk.
“Below the Belt” is a classic episode with nonstop absurdity. From Murr awkwardly demonstrating how to murder a practice dummy to Q dueling Olympic fencing championSoren Thompson,this one is a blast of entertainment and will surely excite even those who aren’t huge fans of the show.
22"Joey Fatone" (Season 10, Episode 18)
Actor, singer, and founding member ofNSYNC,Joey Fatone, joins Q, Sal, and Murr as a guest Joker in this widely entertaining episode. First, the guys put him through the wringer in another “Do and Say,” acting as receptionists. Then, it’s a “Joker vs. Joey” challenge as he and Q go head-to-head at a restaurant, getting guests to accept a phone call from a mysterious person made up by the other guys. For the first time ever, neither original Joker loses tonight, as Joey is subjected to several iconic punishments while shooting a pilot for a fake dance show.
This episode proves there’s so much to love about a truly underrated entertainer.Joey Fatone easily slipsright in and works with the other Jokers, resulting in a fun, highly rewatchable episodethat fans of the show need to see. It’s also hilarious to see him endure several classic punishments one at a time and still push on through.
21"Down in the Dump" (Season 2, Episode 16)
The Jokers are being sneaky at a grocery store, trying to slip as many pencils as they can onto unsuspecting shoppers. Then, while at a park, the guys take turns wearing visually impaired sunglasses and doing and saying what the others tell them while completely blind. After losing hard during a presentation challenge, Sal gets grossed out while trying to find his new cell phone lost somewhere hidden on a moving trash barge.
This episode is for every fan who always enjoys seeing Sal endure one of his many disgusting punishments.“Down in the Dump” is filled with so much hilarity and moments that are just too funny not to enjoy. It’s an iconic standout from Season 2 that never gets old.
20"Strip High Five" (Season 2, Episode 6)
The Jokers split off into pairs while giving terrible sensitivity training presentations that were prepared by the other teams. Whoever gets the most votes from the unsuspecting audience wins. However, things quickly fly off the rails when Joe and Sal’s sisters make surprise visits. Then, at the Staten Island Ferry, the guys take turns going up to strangers, trying to guess the name of a famous person they’re describing that doesn’t exist. Finally, inImpractical Jokers' first double punishment, Murr and Joe compete in an embarrassing game of “Stripe High Five” until one of them strips completely naked.
Coming from one of the early seasons,“Strip High Five” features many fantastic moments that would become staples of the show, including double punishments, presentations, and the recurring joke involving Sal’s protectiveness towards his sisters. The strip game has also become a classic moment and one of the show’s most iconic punishments. you’re able to’t help but cringe and laugh as Joe and Murr slowly strip down whenever they can’t get someone to high-five them.
19"Drive, Drive, Drive" (Season 9, Episode 3)
IMDb Ranking: 8.7/10
The Jokers head to an office building, each taking turns working as wacky receptionists while saying and doing what they’re told. Then, the Jokers work in pairs while giving presentations created to the other opponents. Whichever team gets the most hands raised by the end wins. After losing both challenges, Q drives for hours delivering stuff for the other guys while being accompanied by an animatronic band that only plays one annoying song.
“Drive, Drive, Drive” is a hilarious episode that’ll get stuck in your head. Seeing Q getting increasingly frustrated with the animatronics as they keep blasting that song is a punishment that gets more amusing with every watch. It’s an overall splendid episode that has become one of the best standouts of the newer seasons.
18"Rubbed the Wrong Way" (Season 6, Episode 18)
IMDb Ranking: 8.8/10
After Joe Gatto’s departurefrom the series midway through Season 9, we’ll no longer see more of his show-stealing episodes similar to “Rubbed the Wrong Way.“This Joker pulls no punches in his iconic punishment, continuing to act out his prank in a ridiculous genie costume. At the same time, he’s hilariously being flung around the stage, bumping into props like a wrecking ball.
17"X-Man” (Season 6, Episode 7)
IMDb Score: 8.8/10
In their first “Try-not-to-Laugh” group challenge in a waiting room, the Jokers try to make the others slip up. Though they all bring something hilarious to the table, Joe secures the win. Later, the Jokers approach parkgoers to ask if they agree or disagree with bizarre questions made up by the other opponents. After refusing to draw a giant red X on a child’s painting while at a Mommy & Me art class, Q gets the cruelest punishment he’s gotten to date, as he must draw an X on all the paintings in the room.
Some punishments in Impractical Jokers are just too hard to watch, andQ’s from “X-Man"is certainly one of them. Seeing as Q slowly and painfully ruins every canvas in the class is shocking but unbelievably hilarious. It’s an iconic, cringe-inducing moment that has turned this episode into one of the biggest highlights of Season 6.
16"In Poor Taste Buds” (Season 3, Episode 26)
The Jokers get served while giving lessons at Bethpage Tennis Center. Later, on a beautiful day in the park, each Joker takes turn talking to strangers and performing ridiculous actions whenever the other guys say, “Now.” Though each man passes with flying colors, Murr finds himself facing tonight’s punishment as he discusses and tastes cuisines in a room full of people while his mouth is numb from Novocaine.
Anyone a fan ofImpractical Jokersknows Murr’s hilarious attempts to say, “Braised Beef is Brilliant,” while under the effects of the Novocaine is one of the most quotable lines ever spoken. “In Poor Taste Buds” is a classic episode that makes viewers laugh right off the bat and continues till the very end. Whether it’s Sal grunting like a little girl while serving tennis or Q constantly forced to chew huge wads of gum,there are moments in this episode that’ll make any first-time viewers instant fans of the show.
