Black Books
Series Overview
Black Books centres around the foul tempered and wildly eccentric bookshop owner Bernard Black. Bernard’s devotion to the twin pleasures of drunkenness and wilful antagonism deepens and enriches both his life and that of Manny, his assistant. Bearded, sweet and good, Manny is everything that Bernard isn’t and is punished by Bernard relentlessly just for the crime of existing. They depend on each other for meaning as Fran, their oldest friend, depends on them for distraction. Black Books is a haven of books, wine and conversation, the only threat to the group’s peace and prosperity is their own limitless stupidity.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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3 Seasons • 18 Episodes
25–30 min per episode
2000 – 2004
Premiered: Fri, Sep 29, 2000
Dylan Moran
Graham LinehanLatest Aired Episode
Season 3, Episode 6: “Party”
Manny and Fran drag Bernard along with them to a party, but the drunken aftermath dredges up secrets and bitterness.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Black Books - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-07-18
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dylan Moran, Graham Linehan
Jonathan Whitehead
William Burdett-Coutts, Nira Park
Department Leadership Roster
Jonathan Whitehead
Original Music Composer
Dennis De Groot
Production Design
Annie Hardinge
Costume Design
Nira Park
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Books
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What is Black Books about?
Black Books centres around the foul tempered and wildly eccentric bookshop owner Bernard Black. Bernard’s devotion to the twin pleasures of drunkenness and wilful antagonism deepens and enriches both his life and that of Manny, his assistant. Bearded, sweet and good, Manny is everything that Bernard isn’t and is punished by Bernard relentlessly just for the crime of existing. They depend on each other for meaning as Fran, their oldest friend, depends on them for distraction. Black Books is a haven of books, wine and conversation, the only threat to the group’s peace and prosperity is their own limitless stupidity.
How many seasons does Black Books have?
Black Books comprises 3 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Black Books?
Key cast members in Black Books include Dylan Moran, Bill Bailey, Tamsin Greig.
Who created or directed Black Books?
Black Books was developed and directed by Dylan Moran, Graham Linehan.