Prime VideoBlackadder (1983)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 8.0
Overview
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....
Starring Cast
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Disney PlusBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Low
Overview
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....
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoHuluDisney PlusDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
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.
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
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.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
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.
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.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
8.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
8.0
8.0
Critic Ratings
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