A shift to the Elizabethan era and a change of focus for the series.
From blundering Mr Bean to cruelly cunning Blackadder, we celebrate the career of Rowan.
Back to the time when Blackadder became a hit - with practically everyone quoting it.
The trenches of World War One is the unlikely setting for the fourth series.
Whereas his predecessor clashed with Elizabeth I, Blackadder the Third faced Prince Regent
Forget Judi Dench or Cate Blanchett ? the finest screen Elizabeth I is Miranda Richardson.
Find out all about the blundering Lord Percy and weaselly Captain Darling.
Get the scoop on the QI host, top tweeter, playwright, comedian, traveller and actor.