Blackadder's Christmas Carol
1988, English. Directed by Richard Boden.
After a genial spirit shows the benevolent Ebenezer Blackadder visions of his unscrupulous ancestors, he resolves to mend his generous ways.
- Runtime
- 0h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Richard BodenDirector
- Rowan AtkinsonBlackadders
- Tony RobinsonBaldricks
- Miranda RichardsonQueens Elizabeth I / Asphyxia XIX
- Stephen FryLords Melchett / Frondo
- Hugh LauriePrinces Regent / Pigmot
- Robbie ColtraneSpirit of Christmas
- Miriam MargolyesQueen Victoria
- Jim BroadbentPrince Albert
- Patsy ByrneNursie / Bernard
- Denis LillBeadle
- Pauline MelvilleMrs Scratchit
- Philip PopeLord Nelson
Details
- Released
- 23 December 1988
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Richard Curtis, Ben Elton
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What Blackadder's Christmas Carol is based on
Blackadder's Christmas Carol is based on A Christmas Carol (1843) by Charles Dickens, published by Chapman and Hall.
1843
A Christmas Carol
By Charles Dickens
Published by Chapman and Hall
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Blackadder's Christmas Carol: quick answers
What should I watch before Blackadder's Christmas Carol?
Watch Blackadder: The Cavalier Years (1988) first.
What comes after Blackadder's Christmas Carol?
Next in the series: Blackadder: Back & Forth (1999) and Blackadder the Third.
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How long is Blackadder's Christmas Carol?
Blackadder's Christmas Carol runs 43 minutes (0h 43m).
Does Blackadder's Christmas Carol have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Blackadder's Christmas Carol on?
Blackadder's Christmas Carol isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Blackadder's Christmas Carol?
If you liked Blackadder's Christmas Carol, try Phantom of the Megaplex, Who Killed Santa? A Murderville Murder Mystery, Merry Christmas, Drake & Josh.
Who directed Blackadder's Christmas Carol?
Blackadder's Christmas Carol (1988) was directed by Richard Boden and stars Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Miranda Richardson.
What is Blackadder's Christmas Carol based on?
Blackadder's Christmas Carol is based on A Christmas Carol (1843) by Charles Dickens, published by Chapman and Hall.