Top 5 Running Gags in Archer

Like its comedic ancestor, Arrested Development, Archer has a lot of running gags. These jokes are what make Archer the amazing production it is today. Many of the gags on this list started in the first season and are still going strong in the fifth.

5. Woodhouse's Punishments
Unfortunately for Woodhouse, Archer "devises bizarre punishments" a lot. This one has to be the most disgusting though.

4. "Phrasing"

The running gag in which characters phrase things in ways that could be construed sexually is right from Tobias in Arrested Development. This bit is hilarious and it really showcases the creativity of the Archer writing staff. It looks like they may have ended it in season five. Hopefully, that's not the case.

3. "LANAAAAA!"
This is probably the most identifiable of all the jokes on this list.  Here's a pop quiz. What does Archer say each time Lana (and Cyril) finally responds? I missed one. I'll give you a hint, they're not all "Danger Zone".

2. Brett Getting Shot
This literally started on day one (well episode 1). Unfortunately, it's over for certain now, but at least Brett died doing what he loved...

1. Archer's Voicemails
The writers really sunk a lot of thought into these. Archer's annoying voicemail messages plague his colleagues constantly. Unfortunately, there's not a usable clip of his ultimate voicemail prank in season 5-he redirects the phone to the sound system of the house of the person who's calling-but this compilation is awesome anyway.

Comment below with other great Archer running gags I may have missed.