Rowan Atkinson stars as Prince Edmund / Captain Blackadder, with Tony Robinson as Baldrick and Stephen Fry as Lord Melchett / General Melchett.
Main cast
- Edmund Blackadder (various titles)Rowan Atkinson1–4Main
- BaldrickTony Robinson1–4Main
- Lord Percy Percy (series 1–2) / Captain Kevin Darling (series 4)Tim McInnerny1–2, 4Main
Supporting cast
- Melchett (series 1–2) / General Melchett (series 4)Stephen Fry1–2, 4Supp
- Queenie (series 1) / Nursie (series 1, specials)Miriam Margolyes1Supp
- Lord Flashheart (series 2) / Captain Flashheart (series 4)Rik Mayall2, 4Supp
- George (series 3) / Lieutenant George (series 4)Hugh Laurie3–4Supp
Guest & voice
- Bob / Kate (series 2)Gabrielle Glaister2Guest
- The Queen (Elizabeth I) (series 2)Miranda Richardson2Guest
- Dr. Johnson’s cat (series 3)Nigel Planer3Guest
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About this cast
Blackadder is a historical sitcom that follows the cunning but hapless Edmund Blackadder and his dim-witted sidekick Baldrick through four different eras of British history. The series is built around the comic partnership of Rowan Atkinson (Blackadder) and Tony Robinson (Baldrick), with a rotating ensemble of British comedy actors in supporting roles.
FAQs
Who plays Edmund Blackadder in Blackadder?
Rowan Atkinson plays the central character Edmund Blackadder in all four series of Blackadder.
Who plays Baldrick in Blackadder?
Tony Robinson plays Baldrick, Blackadder’s loyal and simple-minded servant, throughout the series.
Is Stephen Fry in Blackadder?
Yes, Stephen Fry appears as Lord Melchett in series 1–2 and as General Melchett in series 4.
How many series of Blackadder are there?
There are four television series (1983–1989), plus several specials. The series are: The Black Adder, Blackadder II, Blackadder the Third, and Blackadder Goes Forth.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026