Blackadder (1983)

Kernel Score: 90% · 527 ratings

Genres: Comedy

First aired: 1983-06-15

Seasons: 4 · 24 episodes

Where to watch Blackadder

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Black Adder 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 First World War.

Blackadder parents' guide: ages 11+

Parents need to know that Blackadder is a satirical British sitcom with dark, cynical humor and historical war settings.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — Includes war settings (civil war, WWI) played for dark comedic effect rather than graphic violence.
  • Language: A little — Contains mild period-appropriate language typical of TV-PG British comedy.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

  • Rowan Atkinson as Captain Edmund Blackadder
  • Tony Robinson as Private S. Baldrick
  • Hugh Laurie as Lieutenant The Honourable George Colthurst St. Barleigh
  • Tim McInnerny as Captain Kevin Darling
  • Stephen Fry as General Sir Anthony Cecil Hogmanay Melchett

Blackadder FAQ

Is Blackadder good?

Blackadder has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 527 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Blackadder?

In the US you can stream Blackadder on Prime Video, Peacock, Britbox Apple TV channel and BritBox, watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.

Is Blackadder OK for kids?

Blackadder is rated TV-PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Blackadder is a satirical British sitcom with dark, cynical humor and historical war settings.

What shows are like Blackadder?

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