7 Funniest 'Calvin and Hobbes' Comics About Calvin's Mom and Dad

1. In this comic strip, Calvin’s Mom asks Calvin’s Dad if he regrets having a child, while Calvin’s Dad inquires if she regrets it. Their dialogue highlights their shared responsibility for raising Calvin, a wild and imaginative six-year-old boy.

2. The strip showcases the dynamic between Calvin’s parents, who are both exasperated with their son’s behavior. They share in the frustration and comedic relief, as they are the only two people dealing with Calvin’s rambunctiousness.

3. In a single-panel comic, Calvin tricks his dad into giving him his glasses and imitates him, saying, “Calvin, go do something you hate! Being miserable builds character!” Calvin’s Mom can be seen falling out of her chair, laughing uncontrollably at her son’s antics.

4. Another Sunday comic strip reveals Calvin’s Dad contemplating whether or not to call out of work to enjoy a peaceful day at home. He’s on the verge of making a decision when Calvin’s Mom shouts at him from another room, ordering him to return and clean up the dead bugs she’s found in his shampoo.

5. This comic strip expands upon Calvin’s relationship with both his parents, as Calvin asks his dad where babies come from, and his dad responds with an absurd answer. Calvin’s Mom, having dealt with similar situations in the past, is quick to correct her husband’s response with a laugh.

6. In a more tender moment, Calvin’s parents are seen searching for his stuffed tiger, Hobbes, after Calvin leaves him outside. The comic strip displays their caring nature and their bond, as they work together to find Hobbes amidst the chaos.

7. Finally, the best-ever comic featuring both Calvin’s parents in one panel shows Calvin asking them, “What assurance do I have that your parenting isn’t screwing me up?” The parents’ faces convey a mix of surprise, confusion, and perhaps a touch of concern, highlighting the complex nature of parenting a wild and imaginative child like Calvin.