Laugh Upside Down: 200+ Stranger Things Jokes & Puns!

Last Updated on May 31, 2025 by Johnny Peter

We’ve gathered the best collection of 200+ Stranger Things jokes and puns that will make you laugh harder than a Demogorgon trying to blend in at a high school prom.

Welcome to the Upside Down of humor! If you’re a fan of the mysterious, nostalgic world of Stranger Things, then you’re in for a treat.

From Hawkins to the Upside Down, these 200+ Stranger Things jokes and puns will take you on a hilarious journey filled with nostalgia, and supernatural silliness.

Eleven’s Eggos and Food Fun

Why did Eleven bring a ladder to the supermarket? Because she heard the Eggos were on the top shelf!
What’s Eleven’s favorite type of sandwich? A Telepatoast!
Why don’t Demogorgons eat breakfast? They’re too busy chasing Eggo-nies!
How does Eleven order her waffles? With a side of psychokinesis!
Why don’t the Demogorgons ever go hungry? Because they’re always snacking on humans!
What did the Eggo say to Eleven? “Leggo my psychic powers!”
Why do waffles make bad friends? Because they’re too flaky!
What’s Eleven’s favorite breakfast cereal? Demogorgon Crunch!
Why did Eleven start a food blog? To share her “Eggo-centric” recipes!
How does Eleven like her steak? Medium psychic!
What does Eleven say when she’s had enough waffles? “I’m tele-full!”
Why was Eleven always invited to dinner parties? Because she could bring the house down!
What do you call a waffle in the Upside Down? A flip-side snack!
Why did the Eggo break up with Eleven? Because she had too much psychic baggage!
Why don’t Waffles ever play hide and seek with Eleven? Because she always finds them!
What did Eleven say when she ran out of Eggos? “This is a waffle catastrophe!”
Why did the Demogorgon open a bakery? I heard there was a lot of “flesh” in baking!
Why was Eleven so good at dodgeball? Because she could use her mind powers to dodge!
What’s Eleven’s favorite fruit? Tele-bananas!
Why did Eleven fail math class? Because she couldn’t count past ten without getting hungry for Eggos!

Hawkins High School Hijinks

Why did the Demogorgon drop out of Hawkins High? It couldn’t handle the humanities!
Why was the school gym always empty in Hawkins? Because everyone was afraid of a “pop quiz” turning into a Demogorgon attack!
What’s the favorite subject of kids in Hawkins? “Science Friction”!
Why don’t the Hawkins High kids use pens? Because pencils are mightier than Demogorgons!
What did the teacher say when a Demogorgon walked into class? “Sit down, you’re all tentacles!”
Why did Eleven get detention? For using her mind to cheat on the test!
How does Mike Wheeler pass his exams? With Dustin‘s answers!
What does Hawkins High serve for lunch? Mystery meat from the Upside Down!
Why did Dustin bring a sword to school? ⚔ Because the pen wasn’t strong enough against Demogorgons!
How do you keep a Demogorgon busy during school? Give it a “pop quiz”!
Why did Lucas always carry a slingshot to school? To keep the Demogorgons at bay!
Why was there no math class at Hawkins High? Because no one could figure out the right angles of the Upside Down!
How does a Demogorgon ask someone to prom? “Would you be my terror date?”
Why did the Demogorgon become a school bully? It had a lot of pent-up energy!
What’s a Demogorgon’s favorite school subject? History – it loves a good hunt!
Why did the Hawkins science teacher quit? Too many strange things happening in the lab!
What’s the Demogorgon’s favorite music class? Heavy Metal!
Why don’t Demogorgons do homework? They prefer to do “fieldwork” in the Upside Down!
How does Eleven help her friends with their homework? She telekineses it done!
What did Mike say when he got his report card? “At least I didn’t get an Upside Downgrade!”

Adventures in the Upside Down

Why don’t people go camping in the Upside Down? Because it’s a Demogorgon-infested nightmare!
What’s the Demogorgon’s favorite game? Hide and Shriek!
How do you find your way in the Upside Down? With a psychic compass!
Why was the Upside Down so noisy? Because of all the screams!
How do you know if you’re in the Upside Down? You start seeing Christmas lights blinking everywhere!
What’s the Upside Down’s favorite dance move? The Demogorgon Shuffle!
Why did the Demogorgon go to therapy? Because it had anger issues!
What’s a Demogorgon’s favorite movie? “Jaws” – it loves a good bite!
Why did the Mind Flayer fail its driving test? Because it couldn’t stay in its lane!
How does the Upside Down stay connected? Through the telepath-net!
Why don’t people vacation in the Upside Down? Because the accommodations are terrifying!
What’s the Upside Down’s favorite holiday? Halloween – it loves scaring people!
How does the Demogorgon stay fit? By doing lots of chasing!
Why did the Demogorgon start a band? Because it wanted to make noise!
How do you calm a scared Demogorgon? With a “telepathic” massage!
Why did the Demogorgon go to the party? To find some fresh meat!
What’s the Upside Down’s favorite TV show? “Fear Factor”!
How do Demogorgons keep in touch? Through scare-mail!
Why don’t Demogorgons get lost in the Upside Down? They have a sixth sense of terror!
What did the Demogorgon say to the Mind Flayer? “I’m not the boss, but I’m a real biter!”

Dustin’s Teeth and Smile Gags

Why does Dustin have the best smile? Because it’s all tooth!
What does Dustin do before every adventure? Floss!
How did Dustin fix his broken bike? With some toothpaste!
Why did Dustin join the school choir? Because he has a “jaw-dropping” voice!
How does Dustin brush his teeth in the Upside Down? With a Demogorgon-sized toothbrush!
Why did Dustin’s teeth go on vacation? They needed a “bite” break!
What’s Dustin’s favorite dessert? Jawbreakers!
Why don’t Demogorgons like Dustin? They’re afraid of his bite!
How does Dustin scare Demogorgons? With his toothsome smile!
Why did Dustin become a dentist? Because he loves a good tooth!
How does Dustin say goodbye? “See you later, alligator!”
What did Dustin do when he lost a tooth? He put it under his pillow for a Demogorgon!
Why don’t Dustin’s friends get dental advice from him? Because he’s always chewing things over!
What did Dustin name his pet Demodog? Toothie!

How does Dustin keep his teeth so white? By avoiding the Upside Down!
What’s Dustin’s favorite music? “Tooth”-tapping tunes!
Why did Dustin get braces? To straighten out his telekinetic smile!
What’s Dustin’s superhero name? Tooth-man!
How does Dustin celebrate after defeating a Demogorgon? With a smile and a high-five!
Why does Dustin always carry toothpaste? In case of a Demogorgon encounter – fresh breath scares them away!

Demogorgon and Demodog Delights

Why did the Demogorgon open a gym? To stay buff for the Upside Down!
What’s a Demodog’s favorite snack? A bark from the Upside Down!
Why did the Demogorgon apply for a job? To be a scare-taker!
How does a Demogorgon relax? With a nice flesh bath!
What do you call a Demodog in a tuxedo? A formal terror!
Why don’t Demogorgons ever get lost? They have a killer sense of direction!
How do you tell if a Demodog is happy? It wags its tentacle!
What’s the Demogorgon’s favorite workout? Chasing teenagers!
Why did the Demodog fail its obedience class? It wouldn’t stop barking at humans!
How do Demogorgons celebrate birthdays? With a scream party!
Why did the Demogorgon join the circus? To become a freak-show star!
How do you scare a Demodog? With a leash!
What’s a Demogorgon’s favorite exercise? Lifting limbs!
How does the Demogorgon send letters? Through the scare-mail system!
What do you call a Demodog that’s good at math? A calculating terror!
Why did the Demogorgon take up yoga? To learn how to be more flexible!
How do you compliment a Demogorgon? Tell it it’s looking sharp!
What’s a Demogorgon’s favorite type of music? Heavy metal – it’s a real screamer!
Why did the Demodog join a band? It wanted to be the lead barker!
How do you keep a Demogorgon entertained? With a puzzle of body parts!

Friends Don’t Lie, They Joke!

Why did Mike tell Eleven a joke? To see her nose bleed from laughter!
What do you call a secret joke? A “classified” giggle!
Why don’t friends lie in Hawkins? Because the truth is stranger than fiction!
What’s the first rule of Hawkins Club? Friends don’t lie!
How does Eleven react to bad jokes? She just noses it’s not funny!
Why did Lucas tell a joke to Max? To break the ice in the relationship!
What’s Mike’s favorite type of comedy? Stand-up – he’s always on his feet!
Why does Dustin make jokes about Demogorgons? Because laughter is the best defense!
How does Will escape the Upside Down? With a good laugh!
Why did Eleven laugh at the Demogorgon? Because it was trying too hard to be scary!
How do you know a joke is bad in Hawkins? When everyone in the room goes quiet!
What did Mike say when he heard a bad joke? “That’s a real tele-fail!”
Why do friends make jokes at the arcade? Because laughter is the ultimate high score!
How does Eleven tell a joke? With an Eggo punchline!
Why do Hawkins kids love jokes? Because they need a break from all the strange things!
What’s the best part about being in a friend group? Sharing inside jokes!
How do you cheer up a friend after a Demogorgon scare? Tell them a joke!
Why did Eleven refuse to tell jokes at the party? Because friends don’t lie about bad jokes!
What do you call a funny moment in Hawkins? A “stranger laugh”!
How does Dustin describe a funny story? As a “tele-tale”!

Steve’s Hair and Babysitting Blunders

Why does Steve use so much hairspray? To keep the Demogorgons away!
What’s Steve’s favorite hair product? Upside Down Gel!
How does Steve defeat Demogorgons? With his hair as a shield!
Why did Steve become a babysitter? Because he’s great with hair and kids!
What’s Steve’s secret weapon? His perfectly coiffed hair!
How does Steve keep his hair in place? With mind-control gel!
Why do Demogorgons avoid Steve? Because they can’t handle his hair power!
What’s Steve’s favorite hobby? ✂️ Hairstyling in the Upside Down!
How does Steve impress girls? With his perfect hair flip!
Why does Steve carry a bat? To keep his hair safe!
What did Steve say when asked about his hair? “It’s supernatural!”
Why did Steve become a hairstylist? ✂️ To share his hair magic with the world!
How does Steve stay calm in a crisis? He takes a deep breath and fixes his hair!
Why does Steve have the best hair in Hawkins? It’s his superpower!
How does Steve prepare for a date? By getting his hair Upside Down-ready!
Why don’t Demogorgons attack Steve? They’re afraid of his hair wrath!
What’s Steve’s biggest fear? A bad hair day!
How does Steve describe his hair routine? As a “strange ritual”!
Why did Steve open a hair salon? To keep Hawkins stylish!
What’s Steve’s motto? “Good hair, good life!”

Mind Flayer Madness

Why did the Mind Flayer go to therapy? To talk about its control issues!
What’s the Mind Flayer’s favorite board game? Mind Control Monopoly!
How does the Mind Flayer stay in shape? By doing lots of mind-bending!
Why was the Mindflayer a bad roommate? It always wanted to take over the house!
What’s the Mind Flayer’s favorite TV show? “Mind Games”!
How do you stop the Mind Flayer? With a “mind your own business” sign!
Why don’t people invite the Mindflayer to parties? Because it always tries to take over!
How does the Mind Flayer relax? With some mindless TV!
Why did the Mind Flayer fail art class? It couldn’t think outside the box!
What’s the Mind Flayer’s favorite snack? Brain cookies!
How does the Mind Flayer keep track of its plans? With a mind map!
Why did the Mind Flayer get a job? To stay out of other people’s minds!
How does the Mind Flayer play chess? ♟ By taking over the mind of its opponent!
Why did the Mind Flayer write a book? To share its mindful thoughts!
What’s the Mind Flayer’s favorite vacation spot? The Mind Islands!
How do you confuse the Mind Flayer? By thinking upside-down thoughts!
Why did the Mind Flayer start a podcast? To brainwash its listeners!
How does the Mindflayer feel about cats? It thinks they’re too independent!
What’s the Mind Flayer’s least favorite activity? Meditation – it hates quiet minds!
How does the Mind Flayer celebrate Halloween? By controlling everyone’s costumes!

Lights, Christmas, and Alphabet Humor

Why do Christmas lights work in the Upside Down? They have a “psychic” connection!
What’s Joyce’s favorite holiday? Christmas – it’s all about the lights!
How do you send a message to the Upside Down? ✉ With a light bulb!
Why did Joyce buy a typewriter? To send messages to the Upside Down!
What’s Joyce’s favorite kind of party? A light party!
How do Demogorgons read? By following the Christmas lights!
Why did Joyce get a job at a hardware store? For easy access to light bulbs!
What’s the best way to communicate with the Upside Down? Through Christmas lights!
Why do Demogorgons hate Christmas? Because of all the lights!
How does Joyce solve puzzles? With light and love!
Why did Joyce join the electric company? To keep the lights on!
How do you know if you’re in the Upside Down? You start seeing blinking lights!
What’s Joyce’s favorite song? “Light My Way”!
How does Joyce spell out words? With Christmas lights!
Why did Joyce decorate early for Christmas? To keep Will safe!
What’s the Upside Down’s least favorite decoration? Lights – they’re too bright!
Why did the Demogorgon avoid Joyce’s house? Because of the blinding lights!
How do you cheer up Joyce? With a box of Christmas lights!
Why did Joyce start a blog? To share her light stories!
How does the Upside Down celebrate holidays? With lots of flickering lights!

Hopper’s Police Puns and Quips

Why did Hopper arrest the Demogorgon? For disturbing the peace!
What’s Hopper’s favorite mode of transport? The “Cop Car” – it’s always on duty!
Why did Hopper become a detective? To solve the strangest cases!
How does Hopper calm down? With a cigarette and a plan!
Why don’t Demogorgons mess with Hopper? Because he’s always armed and ready!
What did Hopper say when he found a clue? “This is strangely familiar!”
How does Hopper celebrate after a case? With a drink and a nap!
Why did Hopper start a podcast? To share his crime-solving tips!
What’s Hopper’s favorite TV show? “Law & Order”!
Why did Hopper get promoted? For catching the most Demogorgons!
What’s Hopper’s favorite snack? Doughnuts – he’s a classic cop!
How does Hopper handle paperwork? With a lot of patience!
Why did Hopper take up gardening? To have a hobby that wasn’t life-threatening!
What’s Hopper’s secret weapon? His lucky socks!
How does Hopper stay in shape? By chasing down strange creatures!
What’s the best part of Hopper’s job? The thrill of the chase!
Why did Hopper buy a walkie-talkie? To keep in touch with the Upside Down!
How does Hopper keep his cool? With a chill attitude!
Why did Hopper start a band? To blow off steam with some rock ‘n’ roll!
What’s Hopper’s motto? “Keep calm and carry a big gun!”

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