The article discusses the funniest characters in the TV series PEN15, which takes place in the early 2000s and focuses on the awkwardness of middle school. While Maya and Anna are the main characters and provide a lot of humor, other characters also stand out. Fred, Maya's dad, and Kathy, Anna's mom, have their funny moments, but they are not the funniest characters. Curtis, Anna's dad, and Yuki, Maya's mom, also provide some humor. Sam, Maya and Anna's friend, and Shuji, Maya's brother, display comedic timing and make funny remarks. Ultimately, Maya, with her outrageous moments and tantrums, is considered the funniest character in the show.
