Blackadder was one of the greatest comedies of the 80s - and this superb special one-off episode does not let it down. The episode looks a heck of a lot more modern than the old Blackadder series - and the idea to have Blackadder and Baldrick sailing through time in a newly-built time machine in order to win a bet is one that is original and fits well with Blackadder's historical background.
Blackadder brings modern life into the Elizabethan era in an extremely funny way (he shows a Tesco Cashcard to Queen Elizabeth I - absolutely hilarious), beats up William Shakespeare, kills the Duke of Wellington and Baldrick's pants wipe out the dinosaurs. All of these outrageous moments are successfully incorporated into the plot rather than them just being there for humorous effect - and that is what makes this episode great, as Blackadder sets off on his adventures. More hilarious one-liners and situations do not let down the original Blackadder legacy, and though Blackadder Back & Forth lacks the cruel wit and sarcasm of its predecessors, its big budget and hilarious script ensure it is one to be reckoned with.
Absolutely hilarious! 10/10
Blackadder brings modern life into the Elizabethan era in an extremely funny way (he shows a Tesco Cashcard to Queen Elizabeth I - absolutely hilarious), beats up William Shakespeare, kills the Duke of Wellington and Baldrick's pants wipe out the dinosaurs. All of these outrageous moments are successfully incorporated into the plot rather than them just being there for humorous effect - and that is what makes this episode great, as Blackadder sets off on his adventures. More hilarious one-liners and situations do not let down the original Blackadder legacy, and though Blackadder Back & Forth lacks the cruel wit and sarcasm of its predecessors, its big budget and hilarious script ensure it is one to be reckoned with.
Absolutely hilarious! 10/10