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Hornblower (1998)

★ 7.7 120m/ep Drama · War & Politics · Action & Adventure Latest: S3 E02

Set during the 18th century Napoleonic Wars, Horatio Hornblower, a young and shy midshipman, rises through the ranks to become an admiral.

Created by
C. S. Forester
Cast
Ioan Gruffudd, Paul McGann, Robert Lindsay, Paul Copley, Sean Gilder, Julia Sawalha
Country
United Kingdom
First aired
October 7, 1998

Seasons

  • Season 1 · 4 episodes
  • Season 2 · 2 episodes
  • Season 3 · 2 episodes

Season 1 Episodes

  1. 1. The Even Chance

    In 1793, 17-year-old Horatio Hornblower begins his career in His Majesty's Navy, and must prove himself in battle when war is declared.

  2. 2. The Examination for Lieutenant

    Promoted to Acting Lieutenant, Hornblower is forced to question his readiness for command.

  3. 3. The Duchess and the Devil

    Hornblower leads a daring raid on a French sloop, and is rewarded by being allowed to set sail for England.

  4. 4. The Frogs and the Lobsters

    The Admiralty endorses a daring plan to overthrow the French government.

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