If you’ve ever watched The Office, you know how creative Jim gets with his pranks on Dwight. Well, these pranks were inspired by real office pranks done by coworkers. If you are looking to make your coworker laugh (or get a little angry) just try some of these office pranks.
Copier Fun
This guy copied his face and pasted it to the window to give his coworkers a scare.
Never Too Old for Fun
Work can get stressful. Relieve some of that stress with a homemade ball pit in your boss’s office.
Standing Desk
Not all companies are progressive. This guy took it upon himself to make a standing desk.
Passive Aggressive
It’s so beautiful they just have to touch it.
There’s a Leak
This punny photo may not be appreciated by the maintenance staff. Someone sent it to them saying that the water heater had a “leek.”
Don’t Disturb
This is the equivalent of putting on the “Do Not Disturb” setting on your phone.
Break Room Cake
Somehow there is always some kind of cake available in the break room.
Old School
This coworker is taking it back old school to when laptops were just a dream.
Looking for Friends
This coworker is just looking for someone to hang out with.
Tall People Problems
This poor guy got a mouthful of air freshener thanks to the poor placement of the dispenser.
Fresh Air
Nobody likes being stuck in an office all day long. So, this guy transferred his desk outdoors.
Wall of Shame
We feel sorry for anyone who has to have their picture next to Kim Jong Un.
The Philosopher
There’s always that one coworker who wants to have an existential conversation.
Ransom Note
This beloved pen is definitely worth $50.
MIA
A search party was formed to find their missing coworker.
Congratulations!
Like we said, there always seems to be a cake ready to be consumed in the break room.
Photo Montage
These coworkers decided to replace this guy’s photos after he broke up with his girlfriend.
Hat of Shame
This is the equivalence to a dunce cap. We can only imagine what she did to deserve this.
Dead to Us
That’s one way to say goodbye to a coworker on their last day.
Thou Shalt Not Steal
You definitely don’t want to mess with this guy and his diet coke.
The Burner
This guy has so many burns that he has to keep track of his best ones.
Spare Pair
You never know when you’re going to need a clean pair of underwear.
Elevator Concierge
They didn’t have enough space in the office for his desk, so they put him in the elevator.
Slip ‘n Slide
Who said you can’t have a fun time while at work?
For Rectal Use Only
That’s one way to keep people from touching your things.
Hovering
Ever notice when a good looking employee is hired, people just seem to hover over them constantly?
Pumpkin Head
Yup, this is some kind of strange inside joke between coworkers.
Shrine
It’s customary to create a shrine for a coworker that has moved on to another job.
The Office Alcoholic
Now the mystery of whose water bottle was filled with vodka.
Old Food
The best part of this is the apology written in ketchup.
Preach
In one way or another, this is a pretty optimistic perspective.
Office Games
If you catch it, you keep it.
The Fridge Bandit
There is no shame when it comes to stealing coworkers’ food from the fridge.
Windows XP
It’s the desktop in real life!
Secret “I”
The “I” in team is there, you just have to look close enough.
A Little Surprise
This guy, along with everyone else in the office, is in for a little (loud) surprise.
The Mix-Up
It’s just one of those days.
The True Artist
We’ll let you be the judge of who the true artist is.
Pennies for Days
Now this is what you call a sore loser when they have to pay up after losing a bet.
Sarcasm
Apparently this office has a big problem with their coworkers using sarcasm.
Bob Marley
Why is it that it’s the printer that always causes the most problems in the office?
Star Wars Makeover
For all of the nerds in the office, this one is for you.
Doggy Door
Just peeking in to see if everyone is being productive.
Bunny for Sale
Well, we know which coworker this bunny won’t be going home with.
No Drugs Here
Well, darn! Someone was really looking forward to some fun in the office.
The Lunch Box
That’s one way to keep food thieves away.
Financial Struggles
This is one sign that everyone should start looking for a new job.
It’s All in the Chart
If you have a problem, just refer to the chart!
Fish Free Zone
There are only two acceptable forms of fish that people should eat in the office. There are no exceptions!
Who to Believe?
Well that just doesn’t sound right. However, there will probably be someone who falls for it.
Office Games
You can’t blame them for wanting to add some excitement into their day.
Which Will You Choose?
This is just asking for conflict within the office.
Groovy
Looking for a way to distract your coworkers? Get a lava lamp.
The Pogo Stick Plunger
For those toilet clogs that really need some force.
Save Fred
Everyone’s first instinct is to kill the office spider even though they help get rid of other annoying bugs.
The Honest Truth
They shouldn’t have asked if they didn’t want the truth.
Shark Bait
What an interesting office decoration.
RIP Microwave
The most essential tool in the office is the microwave. This is a tribute to the late life saver.
Never Forget
This coworker made cut out stickers of himself to give to the office while he was on vacation so they wouldn’t forget about him.
Check!
Come on now, it’s a common courtesy. Just check before leaving the stall.
Personalization
People spend most of their time at work, why not personalize it and make it feel like home?
Tuna Sandwich Named Kevin
Nobody is safe from the meme culture.
The Wall Phone
Can you even imagine being tied to a wall with a corded telephone anymore?
Evolution at Its Finest
This is just a polite way of saying don’t be an idiot.
Passive Aggressive Notes
Fun fact: the main use for sticky notes in an office is for passive aggressive notes to coworkers.
Apologetic Cookie
There is no better way to say “I’m sorry” than with a cookie cake.
Archery Practice
These coworkers are getting ready for the Office Olympics coming this summer.
Window Art
Why not make it fun to look at your office building?
No Tapping
Programmers are a special breed. They need to be coddled and loved with no surprise disturbances.
Jurassic Office Park
The dinosaurs have taken over.
Bens Only
Sorry all other men, this room is only for the Bens of the office.
Office Pets
These coworkers got creative when it came to getting some office pets.
Bathroom Art
Whoever hung this up is a genius.
Don’t Ask
Apparently, Ed is a pretty big deal in the office.
Hide and Seek
Please, do not sit on the dog!
The Artist
You say it’s a spill. I say it’s a cat!
Fooling Everyone
Looking to escape the office for an hour or two? Just take note from this clever coworker.
It’s Rough Out There
Dating is hard, just ask this guy.
Office Bride
These coworkers threw a little bachelorette party for their program manager.
The Choice is Yours
These coworkers are trying to get everyone on board to live a healthier lifestyle.
Parking Ticket
Sorry sir, you can’t park here.