"Bank!" – A Wedding Cartoon Inspired by The Weakest Link

I did a few Weakest Link cartoons, several of which got in The Sun over the years. 

I wonder if Ann Robinson ever saw them?

This black-and-white cartoon appeared in The Sun on May 5th, 2006 and takes a playful swipe at one of Britain’s most memorable television game shows – The Weakest Link. 

Set at a wedding ceremony, it shows a vicar addressing the groom, Mr. Smith, who has just said something rather unexpected at the altar. Instead of the traditional vows, the groom blurts out “Bank” – a word that fans of the show will instantly recognise. 

It’s a crossover between the tension of a quiz show and the solemnity of a marriage ceremony, all wrapped up in one comic moment.

For those who may not remember, The Weakest Link first aired on BBC Two in 2000, hosted by the sharp-tongued Anne Robinson. 

Contestants competed in rounds of general knowledge questions, where teamwork was crucial – but so was strategy. 

Saying “Bank” allowed them to secure the prize money they had built up so far, before risking it on the next question. 

The phrase became part of British pop culture, along with Anne Robinson’s trademark catchphrase, “You are the weakest link – goodbye.”

In this cartoon, the humour lies in the groom’s instinctive use of that famous game-show word at the most inappropriate moment. It’s as if he’s treating his wedding vows like a quiz round, hoping to “bank” his winnings before moving on. 

The vicar’s expression – perhaps one of mild disbelief or gentle correction – completes the joke perfectly. It’s a clever little mash-up of everyday British life, pop culture, and the rituals we all take so seriously.

Like many of the best single-panel cartoons, this one relies on a single, simple misunderstanding to spark laughter. 

Anyone familiar with The Weakest Link will instantly get the reference, and even those who aren’t will recognise the comic absurdity of bringing game-show lingo into a wedding ceremony. 

It’s a reminder of how television catchphrases often find their way into real life – sometimes at the most unexpected times.

This cartoon captures that quintessentially British sense of humour – dry, understated, and rooted in shared cultural moments. 

Whether you’re a long-time fan of The Weakest Link or just someone who enjoys a good visual pun, it’s an image that’s bound to raise a smile.

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