Want to do a healthy prank on a friend and have a good time? You probably need a good prank call script. We are giving you some funny prank call ideas here which should be used only in a healthy way and not to an extent that annoys someone.
Disclaimer: These ideas are just for fun and should be used on your own responsibility. Please note that we do not promote harassing someone so make sure that the person you are pranking with is familiar to you and won’t mind the prank. Even so, we do recommend you to let them know about the prank before they panic or get disturbed. Check for local laws for the legality of your prank. We take no responsibility of any consequence you or the person you are pranking faces.
Funny Prank Call ideas and scripts for your next prank
Prank calls are a classic way to have fun with friends, but it’s important to keep them light-hearted and ensure that everyone involved enjoys the joke. Here are 25 hilarious prank call scripts that are sure to keep you entertained and your friends laughing. Before trying any of these prank call scripts, make sure that the person you’re pranking has a good sense of humor and won’t be offended. Always be mindful of local laws and regulations regarding prank calls.
The Lost Pizza Delivery
Pretend to be from a pizza delivery service and call your friend, claiming to be outside their house with a delivery of five pizzas. When they say they didn’t order any pizza, insist that it’s the Johnson residence and everyone is waiting for the pizza party.
The Radio Contest Winner
Call your friend and pretend to be a radio DJ, congratulating them for winning a secret song contest. When they’re confused and deny participating, praise their “luck” for winning without even trying.
The School Reunion Organizer
Call your friend and act as if you’re organizing their high school reunion, asking if they still do an infamous dance move. When they’re puzzled, inform them that they’re now signed up for a karaoke battle instead.
The Snoring Survey
Pose as a surveyor from the National Sleep Association, asking about the loudness of their snoring. When they deny snoring, humorously commend them for potentially being the “silent sleeper of the year.”
The Overdue Library Books
Call your friend, claiming to be from the library, and inform them that they haven’t returned a book titled “How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse.” Confused, they’ll deny ever checking out such a book, leading to a humorous exchange about their survival tactics.
The Wrong Number Confusion
Call a random number and, when they answer, insist that they called you first. They’ll likely be confused and deny calling, leading to a humorous back-and-forth about who called whom.
The Free Pizza Taste Test
Call your friend and pretend to be from a local pizza shop, offering them a free pizza taste test. When they agree, tell them to close their eyes and pretend to feed them a slice of pizza over the phone.
The Wrong Name Reservation
Call a restaurant and pretend to be confirming a reservation under a funny name, like “Mr. Banana” or “Ms. Pickle.” The restaurant staff may be confused but will likely play along for a good laugh.
The Pet Adoption Agency
Call your friend and pretend to be from a pet adoption agency, informing them that their application to adopt a penguin has been approved. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a funny conversation about penguin care.
The Time Traveler Check-in
Call your friend and pretend to be from a time travel agency, asking them to confirm their current year. When they provide the year, congratulate them on successfully navigating the time stream.
The Celebrity Lookalike Contest
Call your friend and pretend to be from a celebrity lookalike contest, informing them that they’ve been nominated for their resemblance to a famous star. They’ll likely be flattered and amused, leading to a fun conversation about their celebrity doppelganger.
The Wrong Number Takeout Order
Call a random number and pretend to be placing a takeout order for an absurd amount of food. They’ll likely be surprised and may play along, leading to a humorous exchange about their “order.”
The Singing Telegram
Call your friend and pretend to be a singing telegram service, serenading them with a funny song or message. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a fun conversation about the “telegram.”
The Fortune Teller Prediction
Call your friend and pretend to be a fortune teller, predicting a funny and unlikely future event for them. They’ll likely be amused and may ask for more predictions, leading to a humorous exchange about their “future.”
The Wrong Number Job Offer
Call a random number and pretend to be a hiring manager, offering them a job in a hilarious and unusual role. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a funny conversation about the “job.”
The Animal Adoption Mix-up
Call your friend and pretend to be from an animal adoption agency, informing them that their application to adopt a dinosaur has been approved. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a funny conversation about dinosaur care.
The Singing Cow
Call your friend and pretend to be a cow, mooing a funny song or message. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a fun conversation about the “singing cow.”
The Secret Admirer Confession
Call your friend and pretend to be their secret admirer, confessing your love in a funny and exaggerated way. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a humorous exchange about their “admirer.”
The Wrong Number Lottery Win
Call a random number and pretend to be from a lottery company, informing them that they’ve won a ridiculous amount of money. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a humorous exchange about their “winnings.”
The Lost Tourist
Call your friend and pretend to be a lost tourist, asking for directions to absurd and fictional locations. They’ll likely be amused and may play along, leading to a humorous exchange about the “tourist’s” adventures.
The Wrong Number Personal Trainer
Call a random number and pretend to be a personal trainer, offering them a free session at a gym. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a funny conversation about their “fitness goals.”
The Weather Forecast
Call your friend and pretend to be a weather forecaster, predicting absurd and comical weather conditions for their area. They’ll likely be amused and may ask for more forecasts, leading to a humorous exchange about the “weather.”
The Wrong Number Tech Support
Call a random number and pretend to be a tech support agent, offering to fix a fictional issue with their imaginary device. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a funny conversation about the “tech support call.”
The Fortune Cookie Message
Call your friend and pretend to be a fortune cookie, delivering a funny and nonsensical message. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a humorous exchange about the “fortune.”
The Wrong Number Pizza Order
Call a random number and pretend to be placing a pizza order for an unusual and funny combination of toppings. They’ll likely be surprised and amused, leading to a humorous exchange about the “pizza order.”
Remember, the goal of these prank calls is to have a good laugh together. Always gauge the other person’s reaction and stop the prank if they seem uncomfortable or upset.
What kind of pranks to not do on calls?
When I was writing this article, I did some research for what kind of prank call ideas and scripts are people looking for. For my surprise, some of the most searched terms were police prank script and fake 911 call script. We strongly suggest that you never do these kinds of pranks because they are not only illegal but also pretending to be a government officer is a violation of laws.
Some of the prank call ideas to avoid are-
- Impersonating law enforcement or emergency services.
- Making fake emergency calls, such as reporting non-existent fires, crimes, or medical emergencies.
- Threats, harassment, or intimidation.
- Invading privacy or disclosing personal information.
- Pranks targeting vulnerable individuals, such as the elderly or those with mental health issues.
- Any prank that could be perceived as discrimination or hate speech.
- Pretending to be a government official or agency.
- Causing public panic or fear.
- Interrupting business operations or creating fake business scenarios that could lead to confusion or financial loss.
- Making any call that violates telecommunications laws or service provider policies.
So, tell us if you liked our list of prank call scripts here and also mention if you want to add some more ideas to the list.
Also, you might want to check the local laws to know if your prank is healthy or not. Some law firms have clear information about that which we have added here for your reference:
Feel free contacting government officials in case you are pranked in an illegal way or been threatened or harassed by someone on prank call.
Go to FCC Complaints page and complaint about any such issue you are facing.
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