TV series
Blackadder
1983–1989, English, on BBC One. Created by Richard Curtis & Rowan Atkinson & Ben Elton.
The most gripping sitcom since 1380.
Blackadder traces the deeply cynical and self-serving lineage of various Edmund Blackadders throughout British history, from the muck of the Middle Ages to the frontline of The Great War.
- Seasons
- 4
- Episodes
- 24
- Episode length
- 32 min
- Status
- Ended in 1989
Absolute Cinema
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8.0/10 from 586 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch
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Latest episode
S4 E6: Goodbyeee
Aired 2 November 1989
Seasons 4
Cast & crew
- Richard CurtisCreator
- Rowan AtkinsonCreator
- Ben EltonCreator
- Rowan AtkinsonEdmund, Duke of Edinburgh · 24 ep
- Tony RobinsonPrivate S. Baldrick · 24 ep
- Tim McInnernyLord Percy · 19 ep
- Hugh LaurieThe Prince Regent · 14 ep
- Stephen FryGeneral Sir Anthony Cecil Hogmanay Melchett · 13 ep
- Miranda RichardsonNurse Mary · 8 ep
- Brian BlessedKing Richard IV · 6 ep
- Elspet GrayThe Queen · 6 ep
- Robert EastHarry Prince of Wales · 6 ep
- Patsy ByrneNursie · 6 ep
- Helen Atkinson-WoodMrs. Miggins · 6 ep
- Tony AitkenMad Beggar · 6 ep
Details
- First aired
- 15 June 1983
- Last aired
- 2 November 1989
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-PG
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Blackadder: quick answers
Is Blackadder worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.0/10 from 586 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of Blackadder are there?
Blackadder has 4 seasons and 24 episodes, about 32 minutes each.
Is Blackadder finished?
Yes. Blackadder ended in 1989, so you can watch the whole story.
Where can I watch Blackadder?
Blackadder is streaming on BBC Player Amazon Channel.
Is Blackadder suitable for kids?
Blackadder is rated TV-PG. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like Blackadder?
If you liked Blackadder, try Yes Minister, Little Britain, Benson.
Who created Blackadder?
Blackadder was created by Richard Curtis and Rowan Atkinson and Ben Elton and stars Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Tim McInnerny.