Blackadder is a British historical sitcom that aired from 1983 to 1989. Created by Richard Curtis and Rowan Atkinson, the show features different historical periods in each of its four series, with Atkinson playing the cynical and scheming character, Edmund Blackadder. The series is known for its sharp wit, clever dialogue, and satirical take on British history. Each series introduces a new incarnation of Blackadder, often accompanied by a cast of recurring characters, including Baldrick, his dim-witted servant. The show cleverly intertwines real historical events and figures, making it both entertaining and educational, while also highlighting themes of ambition, class, and the absurdity of war.