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Blackadder

1983·Show
24Episodes in4Seasons·TV-PG
79
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A , comedy series: , but darkly funny.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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7.5

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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.
Sharp Historical SatireWitty Dialogue-Driven ComedyCynical Class CommentaryIconic Ensemble PerformancesDark British HumorEpisodic Time Travel NarrativeAbsurd BureaucracyMelancholic War Critique

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Blackadder?

In the United States, Blackadder streams on Prime, Peacock, Britbox, and BritBox, and it is free with ads on The Roku. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 14 other countries.

Is Blackadder worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79 (IMDb 8).

Is Blackadder okay for kids?

TV-PGStrong languageViolence

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-PG in the United States for strong language and violence, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

How long does it take to watch Blackadder?

13 h

About 13 hours: 24 episodes in 4 seasons of about 32 minutes each, aired from 1983 to 1989.

Will Blackadder make me laugh?

Very funny

Yes, a lot: the humor is mostly sharp wit (10 of 10) and satire (10 of 10).

Is Blackadder plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on dialogue centrality (10 of 10) and character depth (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

What tropes does Blackadder use?

Been There, Shaped HistoryRegencyBuffy SpeakBuffy SpeakBuffy SpeakHyper-Competent SidekickThe Middle AgesMagnificent SevenReduced to RatburgersUnaccustomed as I Am to Public Speaking...The RivalPunctuality Is for Peasantsand 662 more

TV Tropes lists 674 tropes for it, including Been There, Shaped History, Regency, and Buffy Speak.