Benedict Cumberbatch Reads a Hilarious Letter From a Very Disgruntled Bank Customer

Benedict Cumberbatch read a very cleverly written letter written by a disgruntled bank customer who had had enough. The letter writer provided a great deal of humorous commentary about the bank and even suggested a process to turn the tables and regain control of their finances.

Anyone who has ever attempted to deal with a bank will find comfort in the following letter, written by a frustrated account holder who had recently tried, and failed, to pay in a cheque.

This wonderful reading took place during Letters Live event in January 2026.

Benedict Cumberbatch joined us to read this brilliant letter at Letters Live in association with Cunard at London’s Southbank Centre in January 2026.