Roman Atwood is one of our all-time favorite pranksters. There are plenty of interesting, daring stunt videos online, and Roman's pranks add something less common: genuine laughs. Our original profile described him as Ohio-born and a prank master.
Start with the anniversary prank
The video above, Anniversary Prank Backfires, is a good place to begin. Roman sets up a joke that does not end the way he planned, which is why the title says it backfires.
A smaller, grosser one
The Dog Poop Prank shows his style at street level. He asks strangers to help him with something on his shoe and the reactions do the rest. Few people are keen to help.
What the pranks have in common
- Everyday requests, such as a shoe or a favor, that are easy to understand.
- Reactions the camera catches without any acting.
- A tone that stays friendly even when the setup is uncomfortable.
Why people keep coming back
The dog poop video needs only a shoe, a believable ask and people who respond honestly. A short clip like that can be as memorable as an elaborate stunt.
Try a friendly version
If you want to pull your own harmless prank, the Practical Jokes list has ideas that need no special equipment. Keep the stakes low and reveal the joke quickly.
