Blackadder: A Cunning Story

Rowan Atkinson and the original team reunite to trace the birth of a British comedy institution. Four decades after Edmund Blackadder first graced screens, this documentary unpacks the making of all four series and the Christmas special through a treasure trove of archival footage and candid cast interviews. The film weaves together behind-the-scenes revelations with heartfelt testimonies from key creators. Celebrity admirers like Jack Whitehall and Nina Wadia share personal anecdotes about the show's profound impact on their own comedic sensibilities. It charts the iconic character's evolution from a bumbling medieval prince to a cunning World War I captain, exploring how the show's unique blend of historical satire and wordplay was crafted.