How many seasons and episodes does Blackadder have?

Blackadder has 4 seasons and 24 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on June 15, 1983 to November 2, 1989.

Is Blackadder renewed, ended, or canceled?

Blackadder has concluded its run and is officially ended.

How long does it take to binge watch Blackadder?

It takes 12h 52m (772 minutes) to watch the complete run of Blackadder. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 7 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 12.9-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 6.5 hours of viewing each day.

Where can you stream or watch Blackadder?

Blackadder is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.

What is the official age rating for Blackadder?

Blackadder has an official content rating of TV-PG.

Who are the lead actors in Blackadder?

The primary ensemble cast includes Rowan Atkinson as Edmund Blackadder (age 71), Tony Robinson as Baldrick (age 80), Tim McInnerny as Lord Percy (age 70), Hugh Laurie as Lieutenant The Honourable George Colthurst St. Barleigh (age 67).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Blackadder?

1983 · 4 Seasons · 24 Episodes · Total Runtime: 12h 52m (772 mins)

Total Watch Time

12h 52m

772 minutes of non-stop content across all 24 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Intense Weekend Marathon

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 12.9-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 6.5 hours of viewing each day.

Average Episode Length

32 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

7 days

Finish by approximately Oct 2, 2026 if starting today.

Viewing Pace & Completion Dates

Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (September 25, 2026):

Casual (1 hr/day)

13 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 8, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

7 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 2, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

4 days

Estimated completion:
Sep 29, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

2 days

Estimated completion:
Sep 27, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:

1.00× (Normal): 12h 52m 1.25× Speed: 10h 18m (saves 2.6h) 1.50× Speed: 8h 35m (saves 4.3h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1 Longest Season	6 episodes	3h 16m (196 mins)	33 mins/ep	25.4%
Season 2	6 episodes	3h 12m (192 mins)	32 mins/ep	24.9%
Season 3	6 episodes	3h 12m (192 mins)	32 mins/ep	24.9%
Season 4 Shortest Season	6 episodes	3h 12m (192 mins)	32 mins/ep	24.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Blackadder

Can I binge-watch Blackadder in a single weekend?

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 12.9-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 6.5 hours of viewing each day. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Blackadder contains 12h 52m of episodes.

How long does it take to watch all seasons of Blackadder at 2 hours a day?

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 7 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Oct 2, 2026.

Which season of Blackadder is the longest?

Season 1 is the longest season with a total runtime of 3h 16m across 6 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Blackadder?

The series consists of 24 episodes across 4 seasons, totaling 12h 52m (772 minutes) of screen time.