The Best British Sitcoms of All Time, Ranked

Delve into the lives of two ambitious brothers relentlessly devising schemes to escape their working-class life in South London. However, their harebrained attempts to get rich quick often lead to hilarious complications and far-fetched plots that'll leave viewers in stitches. Jump on their three-wheeled van and join the Trotters on an uproarious ride of side-splitting shenanigans.

Welcome to the quintessential British comedy that revolves around a hapless hotel owner and his staff's outlandish antics. Chaos always seems to find them as they navigate through endless mishaps and, of course, the eccentric guests they encounter. No need to check out; a stay at this locale guarantees enough laughter and entertainment to ensure you never want to leave.

Travel through the ages with this darkly comedic romp which weaves in and out of significant moments within British history. The series follows the trials and tribulations of Edmund Blackadder, a self-serving, opportunistic character forever seeking social advancement - often at the expense of his bumbling sidekicks. Prepare yourself for a whirlwind of farcical predicaments, cunning schemes, and razor-sharp wit delivered in delightful period settings.

Good old Mr. Bean – that lovable, resourceful, yet socially awkward buffoon – continues to bring joy and laughter to audiences worldwide. The enduring appeal of Rowan Atkinson's brilliant physical comedy and endearing child-like antics has earned this classic sitcom a well-deserved spot on this list. Leave your worries behind, as each episode delivers another dose of visual humour that transcends all language barriers.

Follow the misadventures of three Irish priests exiled to the remote Craggy Island Parish. Their attempts to manage the eccentric islanders while dealing with their own peculiarities make for some truly hysterical television. It's a divine comedy that will have viewers counting their blessings for having stumbled across such a holy rollercoaster of laughter.

The original series that kickstarted the legendary Blackadder saga takes us through the uproarious shenanigans and ludicrous schemes of Prince Edmund and his dimwitted accomplice, Baldrick. Set during the tumultuous reign of Richard III, this witty and irreverent comedy blends history, dark humour, and unscrupulous characters with some truly hilarious results. After all, who doesn't enjoy watching an incompetent royal ineptly bungle his way through treachery and farce?