The first series of Blackadder, known as 'The Black Adder', premiered on BBC One, introducing audiences to the character Edmund Blackadder and his comedic historical adventures.
The second series of Blackadder aired with Rowan Atkinson reprising his role, this time set during the Elizabethan era.
The third series of Blackadder was broadcast, set during the Regency era with Rowan Atkinson continuing as Edmund Blackadder.
The fourth and final series of Blackadder aired, set in the trenches of World War I, widely acclaimed and considered the peak of the series.