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Blackbeard

6.120061 seasonTV SeriesDocumentaryDrama

Drama documentary about Edward Teach, also known as Blackbeard, who terrorised the British colonies in the Americas during the golden age of piracy.

DirectorsRichard Dale·Tilman Remme
WriterAndrew Bampfield
ProducerMichael Cascio

Where to watch

PlexPlex
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Part 1
Sep 10, 2006
E2
Part 2
Sep 17, 2006

Cast · Directed by Richard Dale

JPJames Purefoy
James Purefoy
Edward 'Blackbeard' Teach
MNMark Noble
Mark Noble
Israel Hands
JG
Jack Galloway
Captain Charles Vane
JHJames Hillier
James Hillier
Gibbons
ACAntonia Campbell-Hughes
Antonia Campbell-Hughes
Louis Arrot
RBRoger Barclay
Roger Barclay
Lt. Maynard
SBSally Bretton
Sally Bretton
Mary Ormond
JAJimmy Akingbola
Jimmy Akingbola
Black Caesar
RR
Robert Ricards
Howard

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Blackbeard — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Blackbeard?

Blackbeard is streaming on Plex in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Blackbeard on Netflix?

No, Blackbeard is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is Blackbeard on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Blackbeard isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch Blackbeard for free?

Blackbeard is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in Blackbeard?

Blackbeard has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2006.

Are all episodes of Blackbeard out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of Blackbeard are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Blackbeard?

No — Blackbeard ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.