Hornblower

Hornblower

1998 - 2003Drama, War & Politics, Action & Adventure153 Seasons8 Episodes

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

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Seasons

Season 1

Season 1

4 Episodes • 1998

Season 2

Season 2

2 Episodes • 2002

Season 3

Season 3

2 Episodes • 2003

Episodes - Season 1

The Even Chance

1. The Even Chance

120m

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.

The Examination for Lieutenant

2. The Examination for Lieutenant

120m

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

The Duchess and the Devil

3. The Duchess and the Devil

120m

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

The Frogs and the Lobsters

4. The Frogs and the Lobsters

120m

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

Created by: C. S. Forester

Top Cast

Ioan Gruffudd

Ioan Gruffudd

Horatio Hornblower

Paul McGann

Paul McGann

William Bush

Robert Lindsay

Robert Lindsay

Sir Edward Pellew

Paul Copley

Paul Copley

Matthews

Sean Gilder

Sean Gilder

Styles

Julia Sawalha

Julia Sawalha

Maria Mason

Available on: ITV1

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