Watch Weird Weddings

1969
2 Seasons

WEDDINGS are supposed to be the most special and beautiful moment of one's life, a time to celebrate love and unity with family and friends. However, for some couples, the traditional white veil, bouquet of flowers, and a simple church ceremony just do not cut it. They want something different, unique, and sometimes downright bizarre. Enter Weird Weddings, a reality-tv series from the production company Syndicado that showcases some of the most unusual weddings around the world.

The series takes the viewers on a wild ride, exploring the out-of-the-box wedding themes and ceremonies that have become popular in recent years. From a zombie-themed wedding in the United States, where the bride and groom exchanged vows in full zombie attire, to a wedding in Japan that featured a wedding dress made entirely of balloons, Weird Weddings leaves no stone unturned when it comes to extravagance and creativity. The show's main draw is in the spectacle of seeing what lengths people will go to make their wedding day truly unforgettable.

The first season is made up of ten episodes, each running for around fifty minutes. Hosted by a humorous and quirky narrator, the episodes follow different couples as they plan and execute their unique vision for their wedding day. The production value is high, and the cinematography captures the energy and excitement of each event, giving viewers a glimpse of what it might be like to be a guest at one of these unconventional ceremonies.

One episode follows a couple who chose a 'Rockabilly' theme for their wedding, complete with 1950s-style car and retro clothing for everyone involved. Another episode features a medieval-themed wedding, where the bride and groom pledged their love in a castle, surrounded by knights in armor and an army of jousters. The show is not all about extravagant themes, however. Some episodes showcase more subtle yet still odd wedding ceremonies, such as a couple who chose to get married at a bubble-wrapping factory or another who got married underwater!

Weird Weddings presents itself as a light-hearted and fun series, and it definitely delivers on that front. However, it also provides some insight into the workings of the wedding industry and highlights some of the pitfalls couples can encounter when planning a unique ceremony. Episodes often feature interviews with the couples or wedding planners, discussing the challenges and unexpected obstacles that cropped up during the planning process. The series also examines some of the more controversial aspects of unconventional weddings, such as those that are culturally insensitive or those that cross legal boundaries.

Aside from the eye-catching aesthetics of the weddings, the fascination of the show lies in the reasons behind the seemingly outlandish choices that couples make. Some couples explain that they are rebelling against the traditional wedding industry, while others see their unconventional ceremony as a reflection of their personalities or hobbies. For some, it is simply about having fun and standing out from the crowd, and for others, it is a chance to make a statement or express their beliefs.

Weird Weddings has a global appeal, as the weddings featured come from all corners of the world. Viewers can see how different cultures interpret the concept of marriage and how they incorporate their unique traditions and beliefs into the ceremony. The show also highlights how social media has played a role in the growth of unusual wedding themes, with many couples citing inspiration from popular platforms such as Pinterest or Instagram.

Overall, Weird Weddings is a fun and entertaining series that combines humor, drama, and a touch of reality. It showcases some of the most unique and imaginative wedding ideas out there while also giving viewers a glimpse of the human emotions and motivations behind these ceremonies. Whether you are planning your wedding or just want some inspiration for your next fancy dress party, Weird Weddings is a must-see.

Weird Weddings is a series that is currently running and has 2 seasons (25 episodes). The series first aired on .

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12. Family Feud

June 7, 2002

Long before the big fat Greek wedding, there was the bigger fatter Italian wedding of Tony and Tina - which makes all other pretenders look positively anorexic. How fat is their wedding? The father of the groom is all over the bridesmaids while the maid of honour, a nun, discovers her interest in men!. Before the cake is cut, Tony and Tina are screaming divorce!

11. Head Over Heels

June 7, 2002

Love is in the air - but only for about six seconds - as two adrenaline junkies named Sandy and Spencer say their 'I dos' during a free-falling base jump into Idaho's Snake River Canyon. Are they nuts? You be the judge.

10. Race to the Altar

June 7, 2002

The annual three-day Kinetic Sculpture Race in Ferndale, California! It's famous for its winners being indistinguishable from the losers. This year, the big winners are a bride and groom who inherit a ready-made bridal party about a mile long. This is one wedding party that doesn't know how to stop - even for the wedding vows.

9. Tying the Knot

June 7, 2002

Meet a bride and groom who can't wait to give that old phrase, "tying the knot", new meaning. Their Western-style wedding appears to get a little out of hand when residents of a Nevada ghost town threaten to lynch the groom for past romantic indiscretions. There's a knot, all right, a big one, and it's around his neck. She can save his life by agreeing to marry the blighter, anyway.

8. But Seriously Folks

June 7, 2002

What's so funny about two clowns exchange wedding vows during a clown convention? Big floppy shoes, red noses and bad hair, multiplied by about a hundred. Are clowns really sad, and will marriage finally make them happy?

7. Back in Time

June 7, 2002

Meet a modern couple who insist on the real thing. A Haida tribal wedding on the beach at the Summer Solstice. For this ambitious wedding project, the bride's relatives are rebuilding ceremonial canoes, sewing ceremonial blankets, and hauling in the nets heavy with crab and salmon. The groom is Iranian-American, so he and his family are pitching in with Persian dishes and poetry.

6. Whose Idea Was This, Anyway?

June 7, 2002

Nude nuptials and a wedding in black and blue. Two outrageous couples doing things 'their way'. Who would think of joy riding around Las Vegas in a limo, nude? The very same people who, back home in Wisconsin, swim naked, bike naked, and pretty much live naked. That's who!

5. Altar Egos

June 7, 2002

Amongst the rolling waves of Oregon's wine country, a virtual armada of landlubbers teach us all how to marry pirate-style. The bride has been sewing pirate costumes for six months. The groom has spent just as long worrying about being captured by rival galleons. Will they release his alter ego in time to down his quota of rum and say "I do."

4. Groom With A View

June 7, 2002

Sure, couples talk big. All that bragging about starting married life with a 'peak experience'. Well, meet Steve and Adrienne, two outdoor fanatics who actually pull it off. Come blizzard or blue sky, this Ontario duo are hell-bent on exchanging vows atop B.C.'s Whistler Mountain. Think blizzard.

3. Love at First Bite

June 7, 2002

Lovers who live on the dark side get married, too. And their wedding venue of choice? That would be Dracula's Tomb. Complete with fog, an echo chamber, and the Count himself in charge of proceedings. But his fangs have nothing on this next match-up.

2. Vegas Style

June 7, 2002

Joe yielded to Anne's more conventional wedding wishes five years ago, but on one condition. If they lasted five years together, he'd get to restage the nuptials his way. Joe's way is in a gondola, on a Venetian canal, with Elvis at the helm. No use telling these lovers, 'Don't rock the boat.'

1. Strutting Their Stuff

June 7, 2002

What bride doesn't want to start married life by putting her best foot forward? Meet Morgan and Geof, a couple that take that concept literally. They're turning the aisle into a fashion catwalk. That's right, wedding day outfits that are worth a Fashion Show of their very own.

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Where to Watch Weird Weddings

Weird Weddings is available for streaming on the Syndicado website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Weird Weddings on demand at Amazon.