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Series Guide
ReviewIn four series and a few 'specials', the story is told of one of Britains most illustrious dynasties, the Blackadders. The tone vairies a bit from series to series, but as the Blackadder is a different family member each time, that is forgiveable. The scripts are strong, with Curtis' ability to provide a rounded story combined with Elton's ability to make characters come to life, and be naturally funny. Casting of the lead characters has been excellent, Blackadder being the high point of Rowan Atkinson's career, and single-handedly raising Tony Robinson to Hero of Comedy status - something he has continued within the New Labour party with some success. Hugh Laurie and Stephen Fry have played a variey of roles and have never disappointed, while Miranda Richardson and Tim McInnerny have shone while playing against type. A plethora of cameos has added depth and richness, from Rik Mayall's Flasheart to Jim Broadbent's Don Speckingleesh, with Vincent Hanna and Nigel Planer appearing convincingly as themselves. My only regret is that they never did a series set in the city, with Blackadder as a get rich quick yuppy, and Baldrick in the post room - limitless possibilities for cunning plans! This set has pretty well everything you could wish for - what are you waiting for?
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