description Blackadder Overview
Blackadder is a four-series British sitcom broadcast on BBC1 from 1983 to 1989. The show featured Rowan Atkinson as Edmund Blackadder and Tony Robinson as his servant Baldrick across various historical settings. Recurring characters included Percy and Darling (Tim McInnerny), Melchett (Stephen Fry), and George (Hugh Laurie).
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How many series of Blackadder are there?
The classic BBC sitcom ran for a total of four series, broadcast between 1983 and 1989. Each series is set in a completely different historical era, moving from the Middle Ages to World War I.
Does Rowan Atkinson play a different character in every series of Blackadder?
Rowan Atkinson plays a different descendant of the Blackadder family line in each historical era. While the character's rank and intelligence level evolve over the centuries, he always retains his sharp wit, cynicism, and loyal servant Baldrick.
What famous comedic 'cunning plan' does Baldrick have?
Tony Robinson's character Baldrick is famous for constantly pitching his terrible "cunning plans" to get Blackadder out of trouble. These schemes are usually completely nonsensical and highly illogical, serving as a running joke throughout the series.
When does Blackadder Goes Forth take place?
The fourth and final series, Blackadder Goes Forth, takes place in the trenches of the Western Front during World War I. The series follows Captain Blackadder desperately trying to escape being sent over the top into no man's land.
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