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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 2013 22:35
BBC Two

Credits

Participant Rowan Atkinson
Participant Stephen Fry
Participant Hugh Laurie
Participant Richard Curtis
Participant Ben Elton
Participant Rik Mayall
Participant Miriam Margolyes
Participant Miranda Richardson
Participant Tony Robinson
Director Matt O'Casey
Producer Matt O'Casey
Executive Producer Ricky Kelehar

Broadcasts

  • Christmas Day 2008 22:30
    BBC One
  • New Year's Day 2009 22:00
    BBC Two except Yorkshire
  • Fri 4 Sep 2009 21:00
    BBC One
  • Sun 30 May 2010 22:25
    BBC One except Northern Ireland, Scotland & Wales
  • Mon 31 May 2010 00:05
    BBC One Wales
  • Wed 2 Jun 2010 23:15
    BBC One Northern Ireland
  • Sat 12 Feb 2011 20:00
    BBC Two Scotland, England & Northern Ireland only
  • Christmas Eve 2011 23:55
    BBC Two except Wales (Analogue) & Yorkshire
  • Mon 27 May 2013 22:35
    BBC Two except Wales (Analogue) & Yorkshire