Introduction

Blackadder Goes Forth is the fourth and final series of the BBC sitcom Blackadder, written by Richard Curtis and Ben Elton, which aired on BBC One.

The series placed the recurring characters of Blackadder, Baldrick and George in a trench in Flanders during World War I, and followed their various doomed attempts to escape from the trenches to avoid death under the misguided command of General Melchett.

Outline of Series 04, Episode 03

With everyone talking about famous comedian Charlie Chaplin, Blackadder is placed in charge of an entertainment show and will be sent back to London. Unfortunately, Melchett has fallen in love with the fair Georgina (George dressed as a woman). After a date with the General, the General asks George to marry him, and George, fearing punishment for disobeying a superior officer, says “Yes”.

Guest appearance by Gabrielle Glaister as Bob.

Blackadder Goes Forth Series

You can find a full index of the Blackadder Goes Forth series here.

Production & Filming Details

• Creators: Richard Curtis and Ben Elton.
• Producer: John Lloyd.
• Music: Howard Goodall.
• Original Network: BBC.
• Release Date: 12 October 1989.
• Running Time: 30 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.

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