Thanks for your interest in this dataset. The data may not be used for commercial purposes. If you do use it for academic research, we would appreciate you referencing the dataset as follows:
Jain, L., Jamieson, K., Mankoff, R., Nowak, R., Sievert, S., (2020). The New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest Dataset. https://nextml.github.io/caption-contest-data/
These data were gathered as part of the The New Yorker (TNY) cartoon caption contest. The crowdsourced ratings inform the final judging of the captions, but the official winner is decided by the TNY editorial staff.
The most recent contest (not shown) is likely receiving votes at https://www.newyorker.com/cartoons/vote.
Contest Dashboard | Cartoon | Top Rated caption | The New Yorker's winner | Finalists Announced (date of issue) |
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807 Dashboard | ![]() |
“We use the males as a control group - they never ask for directions.” | “The hardest part was teaching him to use the hedge trimmers.” | July 4, 2022 |
806 Dashboard | ![]() |
“The castle looked bigger on Zillow.” | “Don’t you hate it when sand gets in your suit?” | June 27, 2022 |
805 Dashboard | ![]() |
“When we were dating he climbed a skyscraper for me—now I can’t even get him to take out the garbage.” | “I think he's been seeing the woman upstairs.” | June 20, 2022 |
804 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You're home early.” | “You really want to add a kid to all this?” | June 13, 2022 |
803 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It’s like new. The previous owner preferred the box it came in.” | “O.K., I’ll grab some crayons and get started on the paperwork.” | June 6, 2022 |
802 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It was so much easier when everyone was still working from home.” | “We usually don’t deliver above Eighty-second Street.” | May 30, 2022 |
801 Dashboard | ![]() |
“What do you mean I don’t have time for another game?” | “I thought you’d be better at the endgame.” | May 23, 2022 |
800 Dashboard | ![]() |
“We're hoping to see more of him as the season goes on!” | “Now they’ll never know who’s on first.” | May 16, 2022 |
799 Dashboard | ![]() |
“..... and that's when she said, 'It's me or the cat.” | “I thought you’d like to try it, instead of just knocking it off the counter.” | May 9, 2022 |
798 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Sure, call Roadside Assistance. The more, the merrier.” | “Don’t worry, you'll be running in no time.” | April 25 & May 2 |
797 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Is this a Middle Age crisis?” | “We can all hear you snoring in there, Steve.” | April 18, 2022 |
796 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Turns out they only check to see if you return the shoes.” | “Turns out they only check to see if you return the shoes.” | April 11, 2022 |
795 Dashboard | ![]() |
“His last words were "I hope this goes straight to her hips."” | “From the gentleman at the bar.” | April 4, 2022 |
794 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I told you no lawyer on earth would take our case.” | “Oh, no! They’re returning him.” | March 28, 2022 |
793 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Teach a bear to shop and he will never have to fish again.” | “No bag. Just toss it in the air. ” | March 21, 2022 |
792 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It seems someone else wrote a song called "HELP"” | “So far, it looks like no one is coming to the recital.” | March 14, 2022 |
791 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I’m pretty sure I wasn’t their first choice.” | “It’s got an indoor tree.” | March 7, 2022 |
790 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You take a left at these lights. Go the the next junction. Spin around 10 times. Hit the wall. Then reverse back about 10 feet and it should be on your left.” | “The dealer said it scored high in crash tests.” | February 28, 2022 |
789 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Do you have to come in here every time I turn on the light?” | “Do you have to come in here every time I turn on the light?” | February 14 & 21, 2022 |
788 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You should have done that before you put it on.” | "Ideal for parties with no atmosphere." | February 7, 2022 |
787 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Of course I’m living in the past. Have you seen the present?!” | “These should help me approach your father on his own level.” | January 31, 2022 |
786 Dashboard | ![]() |
“This is the homework your son alleges my client ate.” | “My client is prepared to walk.” | January 24, 2022 |
785 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Come out with your hands up, wrists straight, fingers gently curved!” | “Looks like somebody needs to be taught a lesson.” | January 17, 2022 |
784 Dashboard | ![]() |
“George quickly realized he ordered from the wrong Amazon.” | “Mind if I read over your shoulder? I have trouble turning pages.” | January 3 & 10, 2022 |
783 Dashboard | ![]() |
“What makes you think he just wants you as something on the side ?” | “And how did being left on the plate make you feel?” | December 20, 2021 |
782 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I really don't need two more men in my life who never talk.” | “Just pretend to give them your wallet.” | December 13, 2021 |
781 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Where do you see yourself in five seconds?” | “I so rarely meet a person of your calibre.” | December 6, 2021 |
780 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Sink or swim is nothing. Be glad you weren't here when the corporate culture was dog eat dog.” | “Apparently, I was mistaken. He’s not in over his head.” | November 29, 2021 |
779 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I don't ask you how you squeezed into that sweater.” | “Technically, the fish is still in the bowl.” | November 22, 2021 |
778 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It’s the closest Texas would let us get to sex ed.” | "Don't sell him short. He did solve that crossing-the-road thing." | November 15, 2021 |
777 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Amazon accidentally sent two.” | “It works fine—we’re just no longer a nuclear family.” | November 8, 2021 |
776 Dashboard | ![]() |
“He hasn't proposed yet, but he did give me a written estimate.” | “Most people only have roadside assistance.” | November 1, 2021 |
775 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Can’t believe we’re opening for Genesis.” | “Can’t believe we’re opening for Genesis.” | October 25, 2021 |
774 Dashboard | ![]() |
“O, hi Carol. I didn't expect it would be an ex that marked the spot.” | “By any chance, are you sitting on a large X?” | October 18, 2021 |
773 Dashboard | ![]() |
“„.dnos ǝɥʇ ɹǝpɹo ʇ’uoᗡ„” | “We should’ve ordered our drinks straight up.” | October 11, 2021 |
772 Dashboard | ![]() |
“This isn't what I meant when I said to go towards the light.” | “This isn’t what I meant when I said to go toward the light.” | October 4, 2021 |
771 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Three more dollars and we can order a pizza.” | “Don’t worry about it—I wasn't going to say yes anyway.” | September 27, 2021 |
770 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I guess "trail lawyer" wasn't a typo after all.” | “I guess I misunderstood when you said your legal problems were behind you.” | September 20, 2021 |
769 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Trying to make it feel more like Amazon. I mean, the Amazon.” | "His favorite book is 'A Farewell to Arms,' so don't get too close." | September 13, 2021 |
768 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Don't tell me you ordered from White Castle again.” | "Winner gets the knight." | September 6, 2021 |
767 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You seem really nice - most of the guys I date are clowns.” | “Now, if you'll just yank away the tablecloth.” | August 30, 2021 |
766 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Well played, Fran. The tuba will be gone by morning.” | “I sent my wife up an hour ago about the noise. Have you seen her?” | August 23, 2021 |
765 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It was then that Marcus realized that his message in a bottle requesting beer and ice may have contained a single yet crucial typo.” | “I know how you feel. This used to be Florida.” | August 16, 2021 |
764 Dashboard | ![]() |
“If you're from Uber Eats, just sprinkle it in.” | “I hope you’ve come to change the water.” | August 9, 2021 |
763 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You can use the loaner corn dog while you wait. Can you drive a stick?” | “So, when did the ‘check mustard’ light come on?” | August 2, 2021 |
762 Dashboard | ![]() |
“First, let me bring you up to speed.” | “We’re really looking for someone with more lab experience.” | July 26, 2021 |
761 Dashboard | ![]() |
“He's the only one who can legally hand out refreshments to voters in Georgia.” | “He says making lemonade is not an option.” | July 12 & 19, 2021 |
760 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You probably meant compote.” | “It’s curb to table.” | July 5, 2021 |
759 Dashboard | ![]() |
“They call it kitsch-and-release.” | “They call it kitsch and release.” | June 28, 2021 |
758 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Honey can you close the door? I’m in a meeting.” | “Honey, can you close the door? I’m in a meeting.” | June 21, 2021 |
757 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I thought partly cloudy with a chance of rage was a typo” | “Don’t worry, it’s just a front.” | June 14, 2021 |
756 Dashboard | ![]() |
“And just when I finally got comfortable in my own skin, she repainted the bedroom.” | “So, you’re saying you didn’t miss your last two appointments?” | June 7, 2021 |
755 Dashboard | ![]() |
“'Yes Robert I bought a chair. I was sick of my options being between a rock and a hard place.'” | “If you’re so civilized, why don’t you use a coaster?” | May 31, 2021 |
754 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Whoa, the new recruit went down the laundry chute.” | “Since when did the pizza delivery guy get his own pole?” | May 24, 2021 |
753 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Oh I'm sorry, maybe I'd move faster if SOMEONE didn't bite my leg off.” | “Oh, hey, I almost didn’t recognize you outside of work.” | May 17, 2021 |
752 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Don't give them anything. It only encourages sequels.” | “The classics can be so intimidating.” | May 10, 2021 |
751 Dashboard | ![]() |
“If you see a fork in the road, avoid it.” | “I want one that snows.” | April 26 & May 3, 2021 |
750 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It’s good to be back in the field. It just wasn’t the same working from home.” | “Every night, when I try to sleep, I can’t stop thinking about work.” | April 19, 2021 |
748 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I would prefer to go out the way we came in.” | “Not the return to inside dining I was expecting.” | April 5, 2021 |
747 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Just be glad he's not wearing his kilt today.” | “I’m always afraid he will drop in unexpectedly.” | March 29, 2021 |
746 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I forgot what I came upstairs for.” | “So that’s where all the furniture went.” | March 22, 2021 |
745 Dashboard | ![]() |
“We probably should have done something about this last year when it was still three blocks away.” | “I told you we should have salted the roads.” | March 15, 2021 |
744 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Your going as a satellite dish? I'm going as a pilgrim.” | “I could never pull that off.” | March 8, 2021 |
743 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I’ve changed my mind. I love it.” | “Still not level.” | March 1, 2021 |
742 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Sir, this is the Met. The Mets are down the street.” | “That’s a rare medium. Well done.” | February 15 & 22, 2021 |
741 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Don’t be fooled. He has a dark side.” | “I think it’s just a phase.” | February 8, 2021 |
740 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I hope she doesn't say "charge"” | “You were right—putting him on commission changed his attitude.” | February 1, 2021 |
739 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Of course we wanted a son. But we also wanted unconditional love.” | “Once tax season is over, you can go back to being the only child.” | January 25, 2020 |
738 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Just to mess with him put them back on the tree.” | “Can’t wait to see the look on his face when we put these back on the tree.” | January 18, 2021 |
737 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I thought you said the cloud was secure.” | “I thought you said the cloud was secure.” | January 4 & 11, 2021 |
736 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You can advocate for wind power all you want, Randy, but you’re not going to escape your fossil fuel destiny.” | “Your meal came with a toy?” | December 21, 2020 |
735 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It always ends in tiers......” | “I can keep it together during the ceremony. The reception is where I fall to pieces.” | December 14, 2020 |
734 Dashboard | ![]() |
“This your last chance to come clean.” | “Stop fighting it, kid—everyone eventually sings in the shower.” | December 7, 2020 |
733 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It seems you promised them herd immunity, Sir.” | "It seems you promised them herd immunity, sir." | November 30, 2020 |
732 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It's true, your honor. I slept with the witness.” | “Where were you between the hours of beddy-bye and nighty-night?” | November 23, 2020 |
731 Dashboard | ![]() |
“With all due respect, Helen, you’re gonna find crappy men in China, too” | “During next week’s session, we’ll have you paint yourself into a corner.” | November 16, 2020 |
730 Dashboard | ![]() |
“And when you get hungry, the cafeteria is to your right, left, left, right, left, straight, right, straight, left, and then you push on the big lever.” | “And, when you get hungry, the cafeteria is to your right, left, left, right, left, straight, right, straight, left, and then you push on the big lever.” | November 9, 2020 |
729 Dashboard | ![]() |
“We can’t be overthrown, but we can be swayed.” | “We can’t be overthrown, but we can be swayed.” | November 2, 2020 |
728 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Okay, okay. Fine, I'll fill out the census.” | “Thank you for agreeing to meet remotely.” | October 26, 2020 |
727 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It's the closest you'll get to Manhattan in your price range.” | “It’s the closest you’ll get to Manhattan in your price range.” | October 19, 2020 |
726 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Once they choose their queen, honey, it’s really hard to change their minds.” | “To be fair, Martha, you did just kill one of their kids.” | October 12, 2020 |
725 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Wait, dad! Your glasses!” | “I’m just saying, after this haircut, it’s difficult to trust you.” | October 5, 2020 |
724 Dashboard | ![]() |
“"MEET ??". I heard "EAT".” | “To Archaeopteryx, spelled just like it sounds.” | September 28, 2020 |
723 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Less woofer?” | “We should be able to finish the album today, as long as no one rings the doorbell.” | September 21, 2020 |
722 Dashboard | ![]() |
“This is the only house I could find under a grand.” | “The piano's in tune, but the house is a little flat.” | September 14, 2020 |
721 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I can still vote by mail,you know.” | “I’m starting to regret that haircut.” | September 7, 2020 |
720 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I changed my mind. It would look better on the other side.” | “Do you struggle endlessly through here often?” | August 31, 2020 |
719 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Ignore the ‘Whites Only’ sign.” | “Between you and me, the owner can’t unload this fast enough.” | August 24, 2020 |
718 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I don't think 'dressage' means what you think it means.” | “I don’t need your approval. I just need you to tie the laces.” | August 17, 2020 |
717 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Well, at least up here we only have to feed it.” | “I know it’s not an elephant, but we still need to talk about it.” | August 3, 2020 |
716 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Could we have outstayed our welcome?” | “He could have just written his name on his yogurt.” | July 27, 2020 |
715 Dashboard | ![]() |
“The recipe said 'One egg, beaten.' I was lucky to get out alive.” | “And then I find out all the king’s horses and all the king’s men are out-of-network.” | July 20, 2020 |
714 Dashboard | ![]() |
“At that moment Willow was consumed with three thoughts: she couldn't swim,they were on their third drink,and she was on her ninth life.” | “You’re right. It is easier with the ball.” | July 6 & 13, 2020 |
713 Dashboard | ![]() |
“...there's yer problem! ya gotta short circus!” | “I found something serious under the hood.” | June 29, 2020 |
712 Dashboard | ![]() |
“So...we had a bad 1st quarter. It’s not the end of the world.” | “Tell me about a time you identified a problem that others didn’t see coming.” | June 22, 2020 |
711 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Yes, it's a home game. Of course it's a home game. Everything's a fricking home game.” | “All his pitches have been inside.” | June 8 & 15, 2020 |
710 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Remember when he was just a humming bird?” | “I can usually identify a bird by the song, but I think he’s doing a cover.” | June 1, 2020 |
709 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You might want to try the stairs. This one only goes down and takes an eternity.” | “Try the stairs. This takes an eternity.” | May 25, 2020 |
708 Dashboard | ![]() |
“A better question is, why aren't YOU wearing a mask?” | “Fine—next time you slay the dragon and I'll cook.” | May 18, 2020 |
707 Dashboard | ![]() |
“This was easier to carry when it was flat.” | “Next week, I'll move Heaven for you.” | May 11, 2020 |
706 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Well,I know what Duke Ellington would do.” | “Of course—we wait forever, then two come at the same time.” | May 4, 2020 |
705 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Tall salted caramel macchiato with low-fat organic almond milk, no sugar… It’s him alright.” | “Decaf. They can’t be far away.” | April 27, 2020 |
704 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Forget everything you've ever thought about elevator music.” | “No, you come in on four.” | April 20, 2020 |
703 Dashboard | ![]() |
“We have them between all tables, it encourages social distancing.” | “Past the alligator, through the ring of fire, first door on your left.” | April 13, 2020 |
702 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You asked if I wanted product in my hair...and I said a smidgeon...a smidgeon, Ralph.” | “Could you trim the sides but leave it feathered on top?” | April 6, 2020 |
701 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I just want to make sure 'mousse' isn't a typo.” | “I know I don’t look familiar, but, believe me, I eat here all the time.” | March 30, 2020 |
700 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Looks like you're already familiar with the side effects.” | “Looks like you’re already familiar with the side effects.” | March 23, 2020 |
699 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Two of you have underlying issues.” | “And how do you feel about how she feels about how he feels?” | March 16, 2020 |
698 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Harry, the whole point of leaving England was to blend in.” | “Harry, the whole point of leaving England was to blend in.” | March 9, 2020 |
697 Dashboard | ![]() |
“This is a lot more effective on the elevated tracks.” | “No one crosses the Pirates of Penn Station.” | March 2, 2020 |
696 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Best farm-to-table in town.” | “If there’s a ring in here, Hank, I swear to God . . .” | February 17 & 24,2020 |
695 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You’re in luck. A slot for you just opened up in our kitchen.” | “You’re in luck. A slot for you just opened up in our kitchen.” | February 10, 2020 |
694 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I didn't say I would help. I said I'd accompany you.” | “I didn’t say I would help. I said I’d accompany you.” | February 3, 2020 |
693 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Should I check, “exceeded expectations?”” | “Let’s just give him the damn cheese.” | January 27, 2020 |
692 Dashboard | ![]() |
“First day on Wall Street, sir?” | “I'll take this and the granny dress.” | January 20, 2020 |
691 Dashboard | ![]() |
“See? Now they ALL want scarves.” | “Great, now they all want a scarf.” | January 13, 2020 |
690 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Going up?” | "Please watch your small step." | January 6, 2019 |
689 Dashboard | ![]() |
“He’s lucky I didn’t rear end him.” | “Yes, but just a couple of meads, probably more than an hour ago.” | December 23, 2019 |
688 Dashboard | ![]() |
“It prints out his tweets. All the new uniforms have them.” | “I was stationed at CVS during the war on drugs.” | December 16, 2019 |
687 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You think this is awkward? Try living a few floors down.” | “How much did you spend at Macy’s this year?” | December 9, 2019 |
686 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Oh sure, when a MAN does it, suddenly it’s such a big deal!” | “I don’t know how to tell him it’s not his.” | December 02, 2019 |
685 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Stay calm. I think it just wants to be squeezed.” | “Oh, no. I have its little one in my backpack.” | November 25, 2019 |
684 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Publicly, we're still saying there are no side effects.” | “Publicly, we’re still saying there are no side effects.” | November 18, 2019 |
683 Dashboard | ![]() |
“They must have made a fortune from the wheel.” | “I guarantee he brings up the whole discovering-fire thing within the first five minutes.” | November 11, 2019 |
682 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I don't mind autumn so much; it's the fall I hate.” | “It’s not you. It’s November.” | November 4, 2019 |
681 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Mobster, Larry. The invitation said to dress like a mobster.” | “You pinch me one more time and you’re going to find yourself in hot water.” | October 28, 2019 |
680 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Is the salmon fresh?” | “Well, don't put it on the menu if you can't catch one.” | 10/21/2019 |
679 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Supplicants, sir. You want to surround yourself with supplicants.” | “Well, after you beheaded the groundskeeper, we had to go with something low-maintenance.” | October 14, 2019 |
678 Dashboard | ![]() |
“My left or your left?” | “I always knew we'd wind up together.” | October 7, 2019 |
677 Dashboard | ![]() |
“The leftover salmon. Into my dish. You will remember nothing.” | “The ahi. Not the canned.” | September 30, 2019 |
676 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You know we could've had eggs for life, right?” | “I don't tell you how to gather.” | September 23, 2019 |
675 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Honey, be nice... he's under a lot more pressure.” | “You two seem oddly suited.” | September 16, 2019 |
674 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Let's let him keep your ball.” | “Let's let him keep your ball.” | September 9, 2019 |
673 Dashboard | ![]() |
“My conditioner said it would give me extra body, but I didn't expect it to be yours.” | “For God's sake, Dave, you're thirty-five—just use the stairs.” | September 2, 2019 |
672 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I take this myself. There is one side effect I should mention.” | “Don't worry. I wouldn't prescribe anything I haven't tested on myself.” | August 26, 2019 |
671 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Someone came to school with humans. Now we’ve all got them.” | “It didn’t really bother me until they discovered fire.” | August 19, 2019 |
670 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Armstrong? No, though I do get mistaken for Lance a lot.” | “It started as a crusade. Now it's just a commute.” | August 5 & 12, 2019 |
669 Dashboard | ![]() |
“He went right from crawling to stand-up!” | “I love his bedtime routine.” | July 29, 2019 |
668 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I’m sorry. I’ve been burned too many times.” | “I’m sorry. I’ve been burned too many times.” | July 22, 2019 |
667 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Maybe we should try thinking inside the box.” | “Let's just go with the open floor plan.” | July 8, 2019 |
666 Dashboard | ![]() |
“You should see the couch they have at the urologist's office.” | “Shouldn’t you be sitting in an ear?” | July 1, 2019 |
665 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Lunch is on me.” | “How about some help carrying the groceries?” | June 24, 2019 |
664 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I just made a guy disappear for twenty years. Can you do that?” | "When was the last time you saw either half of her?” | June 10, 2019 |
663 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Next time, when they ask you if you want any toppings, you’d better be more specific than 'Yeah, a couple.'” | “Well, you're not what we ordered, either.” | June 3, 2019 |
662 Dashboard | ![]() |
“Did you see the rock he gave her.” | “It’s about time they settled down and razed a village.” | May 27, 2019 |
661 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I am pleased to announce that Dopey will be leaving us to pursue a career as White House Chief of Staff.” | “Workplace morale hasn't been this high since we introduced whistling.” | May 20, 2019 |
660 Dashboard | ![]() |
“I’m afraid we’ve found a problem with the Crown Jewels.” | “Worse than a cold. It's a common cold.” | May 13, 2019 |