Synopsis
England, 1760-1815 - golden age of wealth, power and discovery. But not for E Blackadder Esq, butler to the Prince Regent. The new Prime Minister Pitt the Younger (aged 13 and 3/4) plans to bankrupt the Prince. As usual, Blackadder takes his master's side (and indeed his wallet).
- Programme: Blackadder
- Series: Blackadder the Third
- Episode: 01: Dish and Dishonesty
- Channel: BBC One
- Broadcast year: 1987
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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