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Doug Hill, the cartoonist behind Laughing Hippo Studio, is back with a new batch of clever one-panel comics. This time, the spotlight is on pop culture, mythical creatures, and classic cartoon characters—all given Doug’s signature humorous twist.

From superheroes to folklore icons, no character is safe from his playful imagination. Scroll down to see how Doug brings these familiar figures into everyday life, with results that will probably make you smile.

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#1

Sleeping princess in bed asks for five more minutes as prince gently holds her hand in pop culture comic panel.

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sbj
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1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Keep your eyes shut girl he's not the one you were dreaming of

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Doug has often said that his humor comes from simply looking at life and giving it a little twist. “Everyday scenarios, especially when taken out of context, are a goldmine for humor,” he told Bored Panda. When those everyday situations meet superheroes, fairy-tale figures, or pop culture icons, the results are even funnier.

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    One-panel comic with a n**e classic character at the beach getting a ticket for sunbathing violation and endangered species.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously? Nûde is too outrageous a word to be shown?

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    #3

    Office worker startled by a classic alien character in a witty one-panel comic on pop culture humor.

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    Lotekguy
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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he mastered interplanetary travel, he might be able to reboot your computer, or otherwise solve your problem.

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    The artist doesn’t stick to one formula when coming up with ideas. “Sometimes I stare at a blank paper and try to think of something funny. That usually doesn’t work,” Doug admitted. Instead, he likes to start with a situation or phrase and let his mind wander—something that works perfectly when the subject is a familiar character we all recognize.

    #4

    One-panel comic shows three pigs talking to an insurance agent humorously about pop culture and classic characters.

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    Moving Enigma
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It never covers anything you actually want to claim for lol

    #5

    Cartoon of a wolf dressed as grandma in bed with a surprised girl in a red hood, a funny pop culture comic one-panel scene.

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    The result of granny's password being password.

    While Doug’s style is semi-realistic and simple, the focus is always on the joke. As he explained, “A great drawing will not sell a poor idea. The gag is the heart of the cartoon.” That’s why his takes on mythical creatures or famous cartoons feel so sharp—they’re built on a funny thought first, with the art bringing it to life.

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    #6

    Three bears enjoying a meal in a witty one-panel comic with a funny spin on classic characters and pop culture.

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    Billy Peters
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sure, censor d a m n, but show disembodied body parts. So hypocritical BP.

    #7

    One-panel comic with classic characters Snoopy and Charlie Brown showing a funny spin on pop culture and classic characters.

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    “The joy of creating a cartoon and seeing people smile because of it is what keeps me going,” Doug said. Whether he’s poking fun at a wizard, a superhero, or a beloved character from children’s stories, his work proves that good humor never gets old.

    #8

    Two men having drinks at a bar in a witty one-panel comic with a funny spin on pop culture and classic characters.

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    Niels AirMax
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    HOW good was Mad-Magazine?!? Most underrated and misunderstood. 😍

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    #10

    Two classic characters in a witty one-panel comic putting a funny spin on pop culture and classic characters.

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    #11

    One-panel comic featuring classic characters in a funny pop culture scene with a tin man, Dorothy, and a witch behind bars.

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    Anony Mouse
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is he so empathetic - he’s got no heart - he’s her lawyer!!!

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    #12

    Witty one-panel comic showing Mr. Potatohead upset as Aunt Potatohead holds his nose in a funny pop culture twist.

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    #13

    One-panel comic showing Superman in a personnel interview with a humorous pop culture twist.

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    sbj
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I can take out the competition in other ways"

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    #14

    One-panel comic showing a Tokyo city limits sign next to a Godzilla warning sign with a humorous pop culture twist.

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    #15

    Witty one-panel comic showing a woman reacting with surprise to a hand grabbing her in a pop culture themed cartoon.

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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Knowing Gomez, he might have found that titillating.

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    #16

    Witty one-panel comic showing a man catching Waldo in bed with his wife, adding a funny twist on classic characters.

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    Hiding himself and the salami.

    #17

    Witty one-panel comic shows Superman and a woman consulting a marriage counselor with a funny pop culture twist.

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    Lotekguy
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Worse if he's always more powerful than a locomotive.

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    #19

    Witty one-panel comic showing a scientist with Frankenstein and a helper, adding a funny spin on classic characters.

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    #20

    Witty one-panel comic showing Humpty Dumpty at a doctor’s office with a funny pop culture twist on classic characters.

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    Francois
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, but it is good cholesterol

    #21

    One-panel comic showing Sisyphus and child pushing boulders uphill with a funny pop culture twist.

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    #22

    One-panel comic with classic characters Dorothy and Toto humorously reacting to polluted water in a pop culture setting.

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    Lotekguy
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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They imported it from Flint, Michigan.

    #23

    One-panel comic showing children at a witch’s gingerbread house with an exaggerated nutrition facts label.

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    Talis
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The witch also puts a similar note on Hansel's back.

    #24

    Cartoon frog prince and princess on thrones in a witty one-panel comic putting a funny spin on classic characters.

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    #25

    Witty one-panel comic featuring classic cartoon characters with a funny spin on pop culture and implants.

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    Lotekguy
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    1 month ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When Betty Boop got boopier.

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    #28

    Cartoon of a doctor telling Pinocchio he has termites, a witty one-panel comic with a funny spin on classic characters.

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    #29

    Witty one-panel comic showing a checkroom attendant asking a headless figure about a missing claim ticket.

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    Witty one-panel comic showing a princess questioning who really owns the magical mirror in a pop culture twist.

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    #31

    Colorful one-panel comic showing a girl talking to a Cheshire cat in a tree, with witty pop culture humor.

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    Khavrinen
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alice doesn't live here anymore...

    #32

    Cartoon of a classic character lying on a therapist's couch, humorously reflecting on pop culture behavior.

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    SCP 4666
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mm.must...resist....AAAAAINT NOOOTHING BUT A HEAAARTAACHE!

    #33

    Witty one-panel comic shows a ghost surprised by a prisoner on a stone wall, humorously spinning classic characters in pop culture.

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    One-panel comic showing two women at a table, with a funny twist on pop culture and classic characters.

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    Lotekguy
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of them was literally shocked.

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    #36

    Cartoon bears in a funny one-panel comic humorously spinning classic characters and pop culture with a broken chair and eaten baby chair.

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    Michael P (Perthaussieguy)
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Of course not. Junior should have shared with mum and dad

    #37

    Witty one-panel comic showing Pinocchio in a jail cell with a lawyer discussing a guilty verdict.

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    He's no good at playing poker, either.

    #38

    One-panel comic showing Narcissus admiring his reflection, with a cupid commenting on pop culture humor.

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    katakuri
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If u don’t know Greek myths he loves his reflection

    #39

    One-panel comic featuring classic pop culture characters in a witty humorous scene walking along a sidewalk.

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    #41

    Witty one-panel comic featuring a pop culture caterpillar and Alice with a humorous twist on classic characters.

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    #42

    Frankenstein sitting in a plastic surgery waiting room with other patients in a witty one-panel comic.

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    Michael P (Perthaussieguy)
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now that's an episode of 'Botched' I'd LOVE to see, lol.

    #43

    Witty one-panel comic showing Humpty Dumpty at a doctor's office, humorously highlighting pop culture and classic characters.

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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But how about the horses? Any of them qualified?

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    #44

    Pop culture and classic characters in a witty one-panel comic showing Mario at a bar with a woman.

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    Corvus
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    He is big, indeed... this table has no legs, yet is somehow supported ;)

    #45

    One-panel comic showing a frustrated mermaid trapped in a fishbowl, humorously spinning classic characters and pop culture.

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    #46

    One-panel comic showing a scuba diver and a mermaid with a stick leg underwater in a colorful coral reef.

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    Giuditta Jones (she/them)
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They forgot to censor the p**p, since that apparently needs to censored these days

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    #47

    One-panel comic with classic Flintstones characters adding a funny spin on pop culture and relationships in a cave bedroom.

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    Lotekguy
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    1 month ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So they yabba-dabba-did.

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