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Blackadder Rides Again

Documentary looking at the much-loved sitcom from its first transmission in 1983. Including an exclusive in-depth interview with Edmund Blackadder himself, Rowan Atkinson.

Documentary looking at the much-loved sitcom from its first transmission in 1983. The programme includes an exclusive in-depth interview with Edmund Blackadder himself, Rowan Atkinson - the first time he has agreed to talk about his experiences making the show.

Also reflecting on their time in the show are the other key members of the team, many of whom have gone on to become some of the greatest names in entertainment: Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, Richard Curtis, Ben Elton, Rik Mayall, Miriam Margoyles, Miranda Richardson and Tony Robinson.

1 hour

Last on

Mon 27 May 201322:35
BBC Two

Credits

ParticipantRowan Atkinson
ParticipantStephen Fry
ParticipantHugh Laurie
ParticipantRichard Curtis
ParticipantBen Elton
ParticipantRik Mayall
ParticipantMiriam Margolyes
ParticipantMiranda Richardson
ParticipantTony Robinson
DirectorMatt O'Casey
ProducerMatt O'Casey
Executive ProducerRicky Kelehar

Broadcasts

  • Christmas Day 200822:30
    BBC One
  • New Year's Day 200922:00
    BBC Two except Yorkshire
  • Fri 4 Sep 200921:00
    BBC One
  • Sun 30 May 201022:25
    BBC One except Northern Ireland, Scotland & Wales
  • Mon 31 May 201000:05
    BBC One Wales
  • Wed 2 Jun 201023:15
    BBC One Northern Ireland
  • Sat 12 Feb 201120:00
    BBC Two Scotland, England & Northern Ireland only
  • Christmas Eve 201123:55
    BBC Two except Wales (Analogue) & Yorkshire
  • Mon 27 May 201322:35
    BBC Two except Wales (Analogue) & Yorkshire