EPISODECPCorporal Punishment1989
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Corporal Punishment
A 35-minute comedy episode from Blackadder Goes Forth, Season 4, Episode 2.
Series Progress: Episode 2 of 633% Completed
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Again hoping to avoid WWI combat duty, Captain Edmund Blackadder (Rowan Atkinson) destroys the orders for "Operation Insanity" and eats the messenger pigeon. Alas, the bird was a particular favorite of General Sir Anthony Cecil Hogmanay Melchett (Stephen Fry). As a result, Edmund, aka the "Flanders pigeon murderer," faces a court-martial and firing squad. "Plan B: Corporal Punishment" first aired on October 5, 1989.
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How long is Corporal Punishment?
Corporal Punishment runs for 35m for this episode.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of episode is this?
It is tagged under comedy, satire, War.
How big is the series commitment?
This series currently shows 6 episodes across 1 seasons.
Series Binge Profile
Total Content Density: 3 hours 30 minutes (6 episodes)
Intensity Rating: Relaxed Watch Easy viewing. Perfect for casual watches.
Binge Milestones
1 episode/day: 6 days
3 episodes/day: 2 days
5 episodes/day: 2 days
Episodes (6)
- S04E01 - Captain Cook
- S04E02 - Corporal Punishment Viewing
- S04E03 - Major Star
- S04E04 - Private Plane
- S04E05 - General Hospital
- S04E06 - Goodbyeee
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