The Hilarious Top 10 Jokes from Futurama Season 11 That Will Leave You in Stitches!

Summary

Futurama's third revival season was surprisingly consistent and packed full of fantastic jokes, matching the quality of the earliest seasons' writing.

The show's humor spans from absurd and silly jokes to clever references that are so intelligent, they may require a science degree to fully grasp. Throughout the season, there were amusing instances such as Zapp Brannigan's odd time indicators, parodies of television show titles, and the unfortunate demise of Fry, who ended up with meatballs for eyes.

The third revival of Futurama's first season has concluded, showcasing an abundance of brilliant jokes. Despite some ups and downs, the season remained remarkably consistent, surpassing expectations considering its decade-long cancellation and subsequent dormancy. Thanks to Hulu and the current television landscape's affinity for revival series, the show was brought back for 10 episodes, with another 10 scheduled for release in 2024.

While undoubtedly the brainchild of Matt Groening, Futurama possesses a distinct sense of humor, blending absurdity and silliness with intellectually intricate jokes that often require a scientific background to fully appreciate. The show's staff, affectionately dubbed by series writer Patric M. Verrone as "the most overeducated cartoon writers in history," are highly educated, with a collective total of three Ph.D.s, seven master's degrees, and over 50 years of experience at Harvard. Perhaps their exceptional qualifications are the secret ingredient that amplifies Futurama's comedic brilliance. Regardless, the latest episodes have maintained the caliber of writing seen in the show's earliest seasons, delighting audiences with an array of exceptional one-liners.

10 "The Amazing Mechano Man? In Trouble?!"

Episode 5 "Related to Items You've Viewed"

Fortunately, in Futurama season 11, the Professor's talent for absurd and unrelated statements remains intact. One iconic moment from the original series occurs when Fry realizes that his fortunate seven-leaf clover might still be buried beneath the remains of old New York, possibly aiding some ant in defeating another or assisting some patch of earth in turning its fortunes around. In response, the Professor dryly remarks, "Dirt doesn't require luck." A comparable situation arises in the latest episode titled "Related to Items You've Viewed," wherein upon learning of Bender's predicament and the need for a rescue, the Professor exclaims, "The remarkable mechano man? In dire straits?! To the spacecraft!"

9 Wild Turduckens Crave Death

Episode 6 "I Know What You Did Next Xmas"

The episode titled "I Know What You Did Next Xmas" showcases the unique Christmas traditions of each member of the Planet Express crew. A recurring joke throughout the episode revolves around their shared love for turducken, a dish consisting of a chicken stuffed inside a duck, which is then stuffed inside a turkey. LeBarbara takes charge of preparing the turducken for the Conrad family, while the technologically-inclined Professor 3D prints his own version.

However, when the audience is introduced to Leela's family of mutants living in the sewer, a surprising twist is revealed. Leela's grandmother unveils the Leela family's tradition of feasting on mutant turduckens that roam freely underground. In response to Fry's curiosity about catching them, she amusingly replies, "Oh, no, they actually yearn for death." She then lifts the lid of a pot, allowing a turducken to voluntarily hop inside, adding a humorous touch to the scene.

8 "Captain's Log. Stardate: National Donut Day"

Episode 8 "Zapp Gets Canceled"

Zapp Brannigan, a parody of Captain Kirk from Star Trek, has a recurring gag of using unusual time markers while recording his captain's log. Billy West, who portrays Zapp, describes the character as what would happen if William Shatner himself commanded the USS Enterprise. In the episode "Where No Fan Has Gone Before" (season 4, episode 11), Zapp humorously refers to the stardate as "The Year of the Tiger." In Zapp's first appearance in "Love's Labours Lost in Space" (season 1, episode 4), he comically tries to create a "captain's journal" before being interrupted by Kif. The joke continues in "Zapp Gets Canceled," where Zapp gives the stardate as "National Donut Day."

7 Spoof TV Titles

Episode 1 "The Impossible Stream"

In addition to the return of Futurama, one of the highlights of the season premiere was the clever collection of spoof TV show titles available to stream. While some of these titles were showcased through clips, such as the Futurama parody of The Twilight Zone called The Scary Door, which was cleverly updated to spoof Black Mirror as The Scary Mirror, most of the titles were only briefly glimpsed as part of a TV guide. It's worth hitting pause on the episode to catch titles like Frank Herber's Name That Dune, the reboot of Star Trek titled The Original Reboot, the fusion of Rick and Morty in Rick and Morky, the time-travel adventure Back to the Present, the intriguing Fleaborg, the mathematical sitcom Cosinefeld, the hilarious Friends Reunion Reunion, and the virtual life saga The Sims' Sons.

6 "At Least You Got To Go Out With Dignity"

Episode 10 "All the Way Down"

Futurama's season finale goes beyond comedy, embracing plot twists, philosophy, and a profound shift in the Futurama universe. Bender, known for his humorous moments, makes a selfless decision to save a simulated reality. He transfers his consciousness into a simulated version of himself, sacrificing his own existence. Despite his previous deaths in the series, Bender's decision prompts Fry to comment, "At least you left with dignity." As his "real" body powers down, Bender's lifeless form slumps forward into a plate of spaghetti, giving him meatballs for eyes.

5 The Chosen One

Episode 4 "Parasites Regained"

In Futurama's spoof of Dune, the show cleverly mocks the clichés associated with typical "chosen one" storylines. The first instance occurs when dung beetle characters mention a mythical messiah from an ancient prophecy. However, when one beetle spots Fry, the main character, it quickly dismisses the possibility of him being the savior, hilariously asking if he could be the Kwiznos Cadillach. Another beetle immediately shuts down this idea, firmly concluding he is not the chosen one once again. The humor intensifies when it is revealed that the true messiah is Nibbler, depicted in an ancient scripture. The beetle amusingly remarks that while Nibbler matches the prophecy in every way, except for having blonde hair and blue eyes.

4 "We Also Have Some Very Confused Werewolves"

Episode 5 "Related to Items You've Viewed"

In the segment titled "Related to Items You've Viewed," Earth temporarily acquires a second moon after the Planet Express crew ventures into the Momazon warehouse, which resembles the real-world online retailer Amazon. Their mission is to halt Mom's operations. However, unable to prevent the nanotechnology from self-replicating and growing exponentially, Earth experiences a brief period of having what appears to be a second moon. Morbo, the news anchor, reports on this phenomenon, highlighting the potential impact of the two full moons on tidal waves and the confusion it causes among werewolves. The show's incorporation of mythical creatures like Bigfoot and The Tooth Fairy adds an enjoyable touch, and this instance is no different.

3 Zapp And Kif Try To Kill Each Other

Episode 7 "Rage Against the Vaccine"

In the midst of the devastating explovid pandemic known as "Rage Against the Vaccine," Earth faces a formidable threat. This virus induces irrational anger in individuals, heightening the vulnerability of the planet. Seizing this opportunity, the Omicronians amplify the chaos by spreading disinformation about the virus, causing further weakening of Earth's defenses. Consequently, an invasion is launched by the Omicronians. Emphasizing this crucial moment, the audience witnesses Zapp and Kif valiantly standing their ground aboard the Nimbus, manning gun turrets. Unexpectedly, the usually submissive Kif vehemently shouts, "Die, you repulsive monstrosity!" The camera then pans out to unveil a surprising escalation, as Kif and Zapp become engrossed in a fierce rivalry, completely disregarding the alien invaders. Zapp retorts, "I sincerely hope I eliminate you before those invaders have a chance." Kif's long-awaited retribution against Zapp attains a satisfying climax later in this season.

2 Fry And Bender Walk Like A Dung Beetle

Episode 4 "Parasites Regained"

A scene reminiscent of the Dune saga, "Parasites Regained" showcases a captivating sequence where the crew cautiously navigates through a desert inhabited by colossal worms. To elude detection by these enormous creatures, their guide, Billgar, imparts the wisdom that the worms are irresistibly drawn to the rhythmic cadence of dung beetle footsteps. However, he quickly advises against imitating these creatures. The camera then pans out, revealing Bender transformed into a gigantic ball as Fry merrily rolls him across the sandy expanse. This comical instance depicts Fry unintentionally choosing to do the exact opposite of what was advised, evoking uncontrollable laughter.

1 Mrs. McGuillicutty's Time Cat

Episode 6 "I Know What You Did Next Xmas"

In season 6, episode 7 "The Late Philip J. Fry," the Professor debuted his time machine, which exclusively traveled forward in time. However, in an episode titled "I Know What You Did Next Xmas," the Professor ingeniously enhanced the machine, enabling it to journey backwards as well. In a comical portrayal reminiscent of someone recklessly reversing a car, the Professor's initial backward experiment induced the unsettling scream of a feline, leading him to exclaim, "Damn it! I accidentally ran over Mrs. McGuillicuddy's time cat!" This absurd yet strangely scientific scenario perfectly exemplifies the unique essence of Futurama.