Blackadder (1982–1983)

Bias Rating

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Viewer Rating

Rating: 8.0

Overview

Set in England at the end of the War of the Roses, we soon find out that the history we know is a Tudor fiction. In fact, Henry VII did not actually win the battle of Bosworth Field; he lost and though Richard III died i...

Starring Cast

Rowan Atkinson • Brian Blessed • Elspet Gray

Where to watch

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Bias Dimensions

Political: Leans Left

Diversity: Low

Overview

Starring Cast

Rowan Atkinson • Brian Blessed • Elspet Gray

Where to watch

Prime Video

Hulu

Apple TV

Detailed Bias Analysis

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Primary

Political: Leans LeftConfidence: High

Blackadder consistently employs cynical satire to critique incompetent and hereditary power structures, rigid class systems, and the absurdity of war, aligning its dominant themes with anti-establishment and progressive values.

Diversity: LowConfidence: High

The movie features traditional casting with a predominantly white ensemble reflecting its historical European settings, and does not incorporate intentional race or gender swaps. Its narrative primarily satirizes historical events, class structures, and human foibles, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities or centering on modern DEI themes.

Secondary

LGBTQ: N/AConfidence: High

The 'Blackadder' series does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes within its narrative. The show's comedic and satirical focus lies elsewhere, primarily on historical settings, class dynamics, and the cynical wit of its protagonist, resulting in no depiction of LGBTQ+ elements.

FemPower: N/R

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

Gender Swap: NoConfidence: High

Blackadder is an original historical comedy series. Its main characters are new creations for the show, not adaptations of pre-existing figures. While it features historical settings and some real figures (e.g., Queen Elizabeth I), these are portrayed with their historically accurate gender. No established character's gender was altered.

Race Swap: NoConfidence: High

Blackadder is an original historical comedy series featuring fictional characters. There is no prior source material or historical record establishing the race of its main characters before their portrayal in the show. All historical figures depicted are portrayed by actors matching their documented race.