Top 10 Funny Prank Call Ideas

We can all agree that receiving a prank call can be quite annoying, but let's admit it, being the mastermind behind a hilarious prank is a bit of a flex. Whether you're looking to have some fun during a sleepover with your besties or want to create the next viral TikTok prank video, you'll need a solid game plan before picking up the phone. After all, tired old jokes like "Is your refrigerator running?" just won't cut it anymore. So, if you're going to commit to the joke, you need some of the best prank call ideas.

It's crucial to note that prank calls to emergency services or individuals who are not well are completely off-limits and honestly, not funny at all. Below, you'll find our list of amusing prank call ideas that will become unforgettable memories with your BFFs.

1. The Ticket Winner:

Prepare to disguise your voice and potentially face some wrath from your friend. Call your friend, pretending to be from an official fan club (like Taylor Swift's Taylor Nation) or a local radio station. Address them by name to make it sound legit. Inform your friend that they've won two tickets to see their favorite band or artist but with a catch - they must answer a peculiar question: "If a cow laughed really hard, would milk come out of her nose?" When your friend responds, inform them they've answered incorrectly and, unfortunately, haven't won the tickets.

2. The Scorned Lover:

Call your friend and express your love and longing for them. When they inquire about your identity, act upset and question how often people tell them they're loved. This will likely leave them baffled, but continue to play along as if you're genuinely upset. Bonus points if you can fake some tears. The other person will either attempt to console you or hang up in confusion.

3. You Called Me:

This one's simple. Call your friend and ask who you're speaking to. When they reply or inquire about your identity since you called them, act bewildered and claim that they were the one who called you. See how long you can keep the call going, although the person will probably catch on and hang up eventually.

4. The Food Delivery Surprise:

With the rise of food delivery services like DoorDash and UberEats, this prank can be quite believable, especially if you choose a target whose address you know. Call your friend and inform them that their food order has been delivered to their doorstep. If they deny ordering anything, tell them you're the delivery driver and you've left the food at their front door. Once it sounds like they've opened their door, inform them you left it at a different door or location and hang up quickly. They'll likely scramble around if they think there's free food involved!

5. The Toilet Paper Dilemma:

Call your friend and pretend to be a hotel lobby front desk employee. Tell them you're calling from one of their rooms and that you're stuck in the bathroom with no toilet paper left.

6. It's Been So Long!:

Try to find a random phone number and the name of the person you're calling. Call the number and pretend you've just discovered their number and wanted to catch up. If they start asking questions to figure out who you are, provide elaborate, even wild, details about how you two know each other.

7. The Haunted House Owner:

This prank is suitable for someone who won't be distressed by it. Call the person and claim to be the previous owner of their home, confessing something important. In a hushed tone, tell them that someone died in the house many years ago, and their soul still haunts the place. Be convincing, but if it seems to cause distress, stop and reveal that it's just a prank.

8. Double Trouble:

This prank can be executed quickly with a partner or individually at different times. Call someone and inquire about a free item they've listed in an online ad (the more specific, the better). When they deny listing anything, express disappointment and hang up. Then, have someone else call them or call them later using an accent and bring up the "listing" again. Their confusion will be priceless.

9. I'm the Mobile Operator:

Try this prank on a friend. Pretend you're calling from their phone company and conducting a mobile phone checkup. Tell them you need them to repeat a few phrases for the test. Make them say silly things like "I shower with my donkey every day." If they make it through without hanging up, ask them to say, "I'm the dummy who just fell for this fake mobile testing." They probably won't even be mad after this.

10. Random Survey:

This prank requires some improvisation. Call someone and claim you're conducting a random community survey. Ask them a series of unrelated questions, such as "When was the last time you flushed your toilet?" and "Who is your most streamed artist?" Ensure that the questions have no apparent connection, as this will likely lead them to inquire about the purpose of the survey.