10 Far Side Comics That Made Gary Larson A Pop Culture Icon

By Ambrose Tardive – Screen Rant

The Far Side became a pop culture institution in its own right thanks, in large part, to its own hilarious takes on familiar iconography and ideas. Artist/author Gary Larson consistently showcased his broad range of cultural awareness, and throughout his career this was a major driving factor in his creative output.

From a love of pranks, to an affinity for movies, from riffs on nursery rhymes to homages to other classic comics, The Far Side was full of references, shoutouts, and callbacks.