shock comedy

Shock comedy is a style of humor that intentionally provokes strong reactions by challenging social norms, taboos, or sensitive topics. It aims to surprise or offend audiences through controversial, outrageous, or unexpected content to elicit laughter, often by pushing boundaries that conventional comedy avoids. While it can be seen as provocative or offensive by some, its primary goal is to elicit a visceral response and challenge viewers’ comfort levels. This form of humor relies heavily on the element of surprise and may vary in degree from satirical to intentionally provocative content.