Impractical Jokers is an American hidden-camera show that airs on truTV. It follows four lifelong friends-- Brian "Q" Quinn, James "Murr" Murray, Joe Gatto and Sal Vulcano-- who take dares to outrageous levels. The show has been a hit since its debut in 2011, airing more than 12 seasons and accumulating a dedicated fan base. With so many episodes, it can be hard to decide which episodes to watch first. To help you out, here is a list of some of the best episodes of Impractical Jokers that are ranked!
Whether you are a long-time fan or a new viewer, these episodes have something for everyone. From outrageous challenges to awkward confrontations, these episodes provide endless entertainment. From the classic season 3 episode “Brother of the Sisterhood” to the recent season 10 episode “Laugh Man Standing”, these episodes are sure to leave you in stitches.
So grab your popcorn and get ready to laugh. These are some of the best episodes of Impractical Jokers ranked, so you can get the most out of your binge-watch session!
Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 13, 2023.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
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Q, Sal, Murr and Joe mean no disrespect to patrons at a food court, then cut to the chase while posing as tailors. Later, strangers pick sides in a wild debate, and tonight's big loser takes the cake with his crumby punishment.
The episode was rated 7.71 from 191 votes.
Murr, Sal, Joe and Q showcase questionable products to participants, then rescue strangers who don't need to be rescued; the big loser must hit and run his mouth to get himself out of trouble.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 151 votes.
Murr, Sal, Joe, and Q take some customers for a wild ride, and things get messy when they ask fellow shoppers for a hand; the big losers suffer a monster punishment that leaves them crushed.
The episode was rated 7.73 from 270 votes.
Joe, Q, Sal and Murr go incognito to fool unsuspecting strangers, then pop in for a coffee just in time to miss out on a big prize. Plus, tonight's big loser might just crack under the pressure of his rotten punishment.
The episode was rated 7.74 from 208 votes.
Joe, Murr, Sal and Q get their checks bounced by customers who notice unusual charges, then they help out co-workers with some peculiar trust exercises.
The episode was rated 7.77 from 165 votes.
Q, Joe, Sal, and Murr get tech help from some confused tutors; they play hot potato in a shoe store; the big loser wishes he could press escape during a brutal coffee shop punishment.
The episode was rated 7.78 from 222 votes.
Joe, Sal, Q, and Murr roll through a hotel lobby posing as concierges, then try committing insurance fraud with the help of some confused strangers. Later, tonight's loser suffers a very personal punishment that's anything but child's play.
The episode was rated 7.79 from 128 votes.
Joe, Sal, Q and Murr play receptionists looking for suspicious names; the guys seek marriage advice from strangers after a private eye shares incriminating photos, and the big loser goes from pissed off to pissed on in the matter of one punishment.
The episode was rated 7.80 from 171 votes.
Joe, Murr, Q and Sal send blood pressure rates sky-high while posing as nurses, then stroll through the store with their wives. Plus, the big loser wishes he could check out early at a pop-up fashion show.
The episode was rated 7.81 from 236 votes.
Sal, Q, Joe and Murr are at Universal Studios in Hollywood. They start off serving up ridiculous surveys, then make things awkward while posing as maintenance workers. Plus, tonight’s big loser can't catch a break…no matter how many times he tries
The episode was rated 7.88 from 178 votes.
Sal, Murr, Joe and Q pull desk duty, and then do strangers a solid by barring them from the bathroom. Plus, the big loser learns the hard way that gratuity is not included.
The episode was rated 7.89 from 254 votes.
Q, Sal, Joe, and Murr play a game of tag at a coffee shop, then convince shoppers to deliver sketchy messages at the grocery store; the big loser may lose his mind in the show's first-ever non-punishment punishment.
The episode was rated 7.90 from 178 votes.
Sal, Q, Murr and Joe try to find house sitters for their bizarre homes and then pose as researchers studying grocery shopping habits. Later, tonight's big loser has a supersized run-in at the drive-thru with some astonished costumers.
The episode was rated 7.93 from 134 votes.
Joe, Murr, Q, and Sal are at the massage parlor for much "kneaded" relaxation; they ask strangers their opinions on questionable yearbook ads; the big loser has an awkward but "fan-tastic" time in the sun.
The episode was rated 7.96 from 167 votes.
In this episode of Impractical Jokers, Q, Joe, Murr, and Sal are tasked with embarrassing themselves in front of strangers. The challenge begins when each of the jokers find scandalous diary entries supposedly written by their "daughters" and must read them aloud. After reading the entries aloud, they must then break up with their significant others in front of the same strangers.
The loser of the challenge, who is determined by their peers, finds himself in an even more embarrassing position as he must wait tables at a restaurant while still in costume. This episode showcases the comedic abilities of the jokers, as well as their willingness to do anything for a laugh. It is sure to bring laughter to viewers and make them appreciate the ridiculous lengths the jokers are willing to go to for a good laugh.
The episode was rated 8.15 from 124 votes.
