Groom Speech Videos

Whether you’re a groom looking for ideas or a speechwriter searching for inspiration, watching real groom speech videos can show you what works – and what doesn’t.

So here’s our round-up of brilliant, bold, and occasionally bonkers groom speech videos, with commentary from the Speechy team (a.k.a. the experts in modern wedding speechwriting). Watch, learn, and prepare to smash it.

🎤 The Crowd-Pleasing Groom

A classic groom speech done right. He hits the key thank-yous, keeps the pace up, and delivers a solid mix of heartfelt and humorous. His confidence and timing elevate what could be a fairly traditional structure into something genuinely entertaining.

✅ What we like:

• Strong delivery – charming without trying too hard.
• Well-placed gags (even if some are familiar).
• Warm, confident tone that puts the room at ease.

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😂 The Funny Thanker

This groom turns the thank-yous into one of the funniest parts of his speech. He personalises each shout-out and delivers them like mini punchlines. Plus, he adds a cracking anecdote that connects his wife’s day job to their relationship.

✅ What we like:

• Punchy, original thank-yous (no yawning guests here).
• Good storytelling and audience engagement.
• Strong personality throughout.

📘 Read our Groom Speech Advice for more ideas on how to personalise your thanks.

🧠 The Lessons Speech

Okay, the opener’s been used before (you’ll spot it in another of these videos), but it still gets a laugh. What sets this one apart is its clever structure – the groom shares lessons he’s learned from the bride and frames the whole speech around those. It’s sentimental without being cheesy.

✅ What we like:

• Original framing concept.
• Good mix of humour and heart.
• Anecdotes that say something meaningful.

⚠️ Just maybe skip the Welsh accent unless you’re actually Welsh…

💍 The Soppy Groom

Yes, it’s a bit cheesy. But this groom’s sincerity and storytelling are undeniable. It’s emotional, it’s romantic, and if you’re a softie, it might even have you crying into your Prosecco.

✅ What we like:

• Poignant, poetic vibe.
• Smooth structure and pacing.
• Beautiful tribute to his partner.

🚫 For most grooms (especially the British ones), we’d recommend balancing this with more humour. Too much cheese and you risk turning your guests lactose-intolerant.

🎸 The Famous Groom

Tom Fletcher from McFly delivers what might be the most famous groom speech of all time. Yes, he sings. And yes, it’s awesome – but unless you’re a former boyband member, we’d suggest sticking to spoken word.

✅ What we like:

• Highly original.
• Personal and polished.
• Genuinely moving and funny.

🎵 Want to include music? Read our Musical Speech Blog first.

🙈 The One With 15 Million Views

We’re not fans of this speech but somehow, it’s got over 15 million views?! It clearly gets the crowd going… but it’s also a masterclass in Googled gags and speech-by-numbers writing.
✅ What we like:

• Relaxed tone

⚠️ Why we’d still say “avoid…”

• It’s full of clichés

• There’s little that feels authentic or specific to the groom or bride

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😂 The ‘Funny’-But-Familiar One

Watch it on YouTube – Funny Groom Speech

Despite the fact the groom delivers this with a lot of confidence and style, it’s still a case of “heard it all before.” The audience loves it — but if you’re aiming for a speech that’s truly original, you’ll need to dig deeper.
✅ What we like:

• Upbeat, charismatic delivery

• Good pacing and plenty of laughs

⚠️ What lets it down:

• It’s packed with overused punchlines and sexist gags. Yuck

Feels more like a performance than a personal tribute

🎤 For laughs that come from your life, not Google, read our How To Be Funny guide and bring the real you to the mic.

😬 The Nervous Groom

This poor groom struggles through his speech – and it’s painful to watch. But it’s also a reminder of why preparation (and support!) matters.

✅ What we learned:

• Even the sweetest words fall flat without confident delivery.
• Cue cards are fine – panic is not.
• Nerves are natural, but they can be managed.

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💡 What These Groom Speech Videos Teach Us

• Structure matters – Good speeches have a clear beginning, middle, and end.
• Humour helps – Even a few light lines can elevate your speech.
• Originality wins – Personalise your content and avoid Googled gags.
• Confidence sells – The best speeches are delivered with warmth, pace, and ease.

Want help writing yours? Try our Groom Speech Templates or SpeechyAI for instant inspiration based on your material.

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