Blackadder
- TV sitcom
- BBC One
- 1983 - 2000
- 26 episodes (4 series)
The Blackadder dynasty has run through English history since time immemorial, seemingly always hampered by a Baldrick, and often a Percy and Melchett. Stars Rowan Atkinson, Tony Robinson, Tim McInnerny, Hugh Laurie, Stephen Fry and more.
Streaming rank this week: 108
Press clippings
Colchester MP Pam Cox on the former Cavalry Barracks used in Blackadder
The former Cavalry Barracks, in Butt Road, have long been known as a "ghost town". The Cavalry Barracks was the earliest permanent barracks of its kind at Colchester Garrison when it was built in 1862. It was also used in the opening and closing credits of comedian Rowan Atkinson's hit comedy series Blackadder Goes Forth.
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Michael Hogan, The Telegraph, 20th June 2024Ben Elton: I'm lost when Blackadder fans quote 'rat surprise' gag
Comedy writer admits show's famous lines are lost on him because he did not watch episodes back.
The Telegraph, 9th May 2024Ben Elton is considering a Blackadder play
Blackadder co-writer Ben Elton has said he would like to create a new stage play for the characters, if Richard Curtis was interested.
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Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff, The Guardian, 13th March 2024'Great sitcoms are missing from our TV screens and our lives - we need them in these times'
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Siobhan McNally, The Mirror, 24th January 2024Blackadder coming to Blu-ray
All original BBC television episodes of Blackadder have been restored and remastered in HD for a new Blu-ray release.
British Comedy Guide, 12th October 2023Ben Elton interview
"Any time period would make a good Blackadder with the right jokes."
Michael Hogan, The Observer, 10th September 2023