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A game night staple, “Charades” is always a hit when you have a group of adult friends together. It’s easy to set up and play, especially with larger groups. All you need is an even number of players and some creativity!

Whether you’re celebrating a party, or having an icebreaker, this is the go-to game to keep everyone alive and excited. And with this list of 1000+ “Charades” ideas for adults, you’ll never run out of options to make your next game a memorable one!

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“Charades” Generator for adults

We get it, coming up with creative ideas for “Charades” can be difficult. To make it easier, we’ve put together an online version of the game that helps you quickly come up with fun and unique charade ideas for your next adult game night!

All you have to do is download our free app ‘Kabuki’ or play the game on our website, and pick a category. Our generator will give you over 3,000 ideas to act out, and the fun begins!

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How to Play “Charades” for adults

Playing “Charades” is simple! All you need to do is divide the group into two teams. During a team’s turn, a player from the playing team volunteers to be an actor who will act out the charade without verbally communicating.

As a volunteer, you need to express the word or phrase through physical gestures and motions. Your teammates must guess what you are trying to express within a set amount of time, usually a minute or two. Once your team guesses correctly, they get a point!

After your turn is over, the other team takes their turn with a volunteer from their group. The game is completed once you reach a certain number of points, a time limit, or all the ideas have been guessed.

The key to a good game is choosing fun and creative charades for your team, so make sure you come up with some unique ideas! Get some inspiration from our list of ideas below for your next game night.

Running out of ideas for your next “Charades” game? Check out our list of the most popular topics for adults to keep the fun going!

1. Dirty Charades edition

If you’re looking for a more daring and risqué version of “Charades,” our Dirty Charades edition is perfect for a night with your adult friends. Only for 18+, this edition includes all sorts of adult-themed topics and ideas.

Some popular topics from the Dirty Charades edition include:

  • 50 Shades of Gray
  • Netflix and Chill
  • Booty Call
  • Sexting
  • Bachelorette Party
  • Stripper Pole

2. Actions Words

These are always popular with players, as they allow for a lot of creativity and hilarity. Some examples include:

  • Moonwalk
  • Mic drop
  • Salsa dancing
  • Karate chop
  • Jumping jacks

3. Movie titles:

These can be tricky, as you have to act out a whole movie using only physical gestures and no words. But they are always entertaining! Some popular movie title options for adults include:

  • “The Hangover”
  • “Bridesmaids”
  • “The Godfather”
  • “Pulp Fiction”

4. TV Shows:

These are similar to movie titles, but often more challenging as you have to act out a series and not just one scene. Some popular TV show options for adults include:

  • “Game of Thrones”
  • “The Bachelor”
  • “Stranger Things”
  • “Friends”
  • “Breaking Bad”
  • “The Office”

Spicy “Charades” Challenge for adults PDF

Looking for an extra challenge? Download our free PDF with spicy “Charades” ideas and test your acting skills in front of your friends. Can you handle the heat?

Spicy Charades Challenge for Adults PDF

Funny “Charades” ideas for adults

Ready to take your game night or party to the next level? Here are some funny and unique “Charades” ideas for adults can use to keep your friends entertained.


  • Yoga
  • Opera singer
  • Traffic jam
  • Mime artist
  • Building a sandcastle
  • Trampoline
  • Snowflake
  • Tarzan
  • Pufferfish
  • Zombie
  • Tornado
  • Disco
  • Sumo wrestler
  • Kangaroo
  • Pogo stick
  • Cowboy
  • Vampire
  • Flamingo
  • Statue
  • Penguin
  • Robot
  • Hula hoop
  • Slinky
  • Jellyfish
  • Koala
  • Superman
  • Karate
  • Lion
  • Salsa
  • T-Rex
  • Fireworks
  • Surfing
  • Astronaut
  • Ninja
  • Monkey
  • Rockstar
  • Zebra
  • Mime
  • Scarecrow
  • Snail
  • Ostrich
  • Tarantula
  • Gargoyle
  • Wombat
  • Sardine
  • Pickle
  • Bungee
  • Unicorn
  • Pajamas
  • Bubblegum
  • Zucchini
  • Sprinkler
  • Blender
  • Narwhal
  • Pretzel
  • Boomerang
  • Tofu
  • Sphinx

Hard “Charades” ideas for adults

Think you’re ready for a more challenging “Charades” round? Try out these hard “Charades” ideas for your adult game night and see who can guess them all!


  • Balloon animals
  • Neurosurgery
  • Skiing
  • Salsa dancing
  • Marathon
  • Origami
  • Quantum physics
  • Kangaroo boxing
  • Solar eclipse
  • Flamenco guitar
  • Chess grandmaster
  • Roller derby
  • Tightrope walker
  • Juggling chainsaws
  • Haiku poetry
  • Underwater welding
  • Perpetual motion machine
  • Breakdancing
  • Mosaic art
  • Sand sculpture
  • Sudoku puzzle
  • Hypnotist
  • Astral projection
  • Whack-a-mole
  • Hieroglyphics
  • Human cannonball
  • Interpretive dance
  • Bubble wrap popping
  • Sumo wrestling
  • Semaphore signals
  • Ghost hunting
  • Kung fu master
  • Mime trapped in a box
  • Twister mat
  • Human knot
  • Ice sculpting
  • Rubik’s cube solving
  • Tightrope over lava
  • Moonwalking astronaut
  • Chess game
  • Hang gliding
  • Jenga tower
  • Electric fence walker
  • Nebula
  • Equilibrium
  • Cryptic
  • Enigma
  • Pandemonium
  • Serendipity
  • Paradox
  • Zenith
  • Chiaroscuro
  • Paradigm
  • Labyrinth
  • Phoenix
  • Mirage
  • Cacophony
  • Resonance
  • Phantasmagoria
  • Ouroboros
  • Juxtaposition
  • Synchronicity

Christmas “Charades” list for adults

Christmas is the perfect time to get together with friends and family for a fun game of “Charades”! Here are some festive ideas you can use to make your holiday season even more special.


  • Gingerbread house
  • Jingle bells
  • Snowman
  • Candy cane
  • Reindeer
  • Sleigh ride
  • Eggnog drinking contest
  • Gift wrapping
  • Mistletoe
  • Ugly sweater
  • Nutcracker
  • Tinsel
  • Fruitcake
  • North Pole
  • Santa’s sleigh
  • Caroling
  • Frosty the Snowman
  • Stocking stuffer
  • Chestnuts roasting
  • Chimney entry
  • Yule log
  • Elf on the Shelf
  • Winter wonderland
  • Rudolph’s nose
  • Silent night
  • Gingerbread man
  • Partridge in a pear tree
  • Grinch
  • Poinsettia
  • Christmas tree
  • Sugar plum fairy
  • Sleigh bells
  • Toy soldier
  • Snow globe
  • Christmas lights
  • Pajama party
  • Eggnog toast
  • Snow angel
  • Christmas pudding
  • Twinkling stars
  • Candy wrapper
  • Hot cocoa
  • Carol lyrics
  • Wreath
  • Snowball fight
  • Icicle
  • Santa’s workshop
  • Carolers
  • Nativity scene

👉 If you’re still looking for more festive ideas for your game, check out our Christmas “Charades” list for the whole family!

Dirty “Charades” ideas for adults

Make your game night even more fun with some naughty “Charades” ideas! Perfect for adults who want to add a bit of spice to their game night, these ideas will suit friends at a bachelorette party or a night in with close friends. Ready to get wild?


  • Balls
  • Boobs
  • Stripper
  • Clitoris
  • Doggy Style
  • Missionary position
  • Vanilla sex
  • M.I.L.F.
  • Cam girl
  • Callboy
  • Penis
  • Cock ring
  • Deepthroat
  • Dirty Talk
  • D.I.L.F.
  • Threesome
  • 69
  • Masturbating in the shower
  • Lingerie
  • Orgasm
  • Orgy
  • Getting caught masturbating
  • Double Penetration
  • Friends with benefits
  • Cunnilingus
  • Cowgirl / Cowboy
  • G-Spot
  • Shaving the butt crack
  • Glory Hole
  • Anal Sex
  • Camel Toe
  • Blowjob
  • Handjob
  • Foreskin
  • Vagina
  • Vulva
  • Nipples
  • Backdoor
  • Condom
  • Lap Dance
  • Butt Plug
  • Vibrator
  • 50 Shades of Grey
  • Dildo
  • Strap-on
  • Erection
  • Pole Dancing
  • Motorboating
  • BDSM
  • Porn
  • Double dildo
  • One night stand
  • Drunk sex
  • Bra
  • Pre-cum
  • Boner
  • Skinny dipping
  • Handcuffs
  • Riding
  • Latex
  • Viagra
  • Lubricant
  • Swallow
  • Squirting
  • Face sitting
  • Sex in public
  • Sex in the elevator
  • Sub (Submissive)
  • Dom (Dominant)
  • Wet
  • Multiple Orgasms
  • Faking an orgasm
  • Cumming too fast
  • Apple Pie
  • Flavored condom

With these 1000+ “Charades” ideas for adults, your next game night is sure to be a success. Whether you’re looking for a fun icebreaker or an entertaining party game, “Charades” has got you covered.

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