Jun 15, 1983 · 34m
After arriving late for the Battle of Bosworth Field, Edmund kills King Richard III (whom he thinks is stealing his horse) and secures the crown for his father.
Blackadder
The most gripping sitcom since 1380.
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.
Created by: Richard Curtis, Rowan Atkinson, Ben Elton
Season 1 Episodes
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Jun 22, 1983 · 34m
With his father away at the Crusades, Edmund comes up with a plan to prove his brother is illegitimate, thus making him Prince Regent.
Jun 29, 1983 · 33m
Edmund is appointed to the post of Archbishop of Canterbury after the king has the last one killed.
Jul 6, 1983 · 34m
The King decides that Edmund should marry a Spanish Princess, who Edmund finds unattractive, in order to secure a treaty between Spain and England which will allow an invasion of France.
Jul 13, 1983 · 30m
Percy and Baldrick are to be burned at the stake with Edmund, when he is accused of being a witch.
Jul 20, 1983 · 31m
After the King takes away Edmund's title of Duke, he recruits the 6 most evil men in the land to take the crown by force.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Blackadder Season 1 premiere?
Blackadder Season 1 premiered on June 15, 1983.
How many episodes are in Blackadder Season 1?
Blackadder Season 1 has 6 episodes.
What is the first episode of Blackadder Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "The Foretelling". It aired on June 15, 1983.
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