Hornblower

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  • DRAMA & SOAPS
  • 2h
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Ioan Gruffudd is a swashbuckling sailor in this adventure tale

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Series 1

1. The Even Chance

Drama series. 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. The Examination for Lieutenant

Drama series about C S Forester's famous seafaring hero. Promoted to Acting Lieutenant, Hornblower is forced to question his readiness for command as he faces the prospect of starvation and disease in the fleet.

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. The Frogs and the Lobsters

The Admiralty endorses a daring plan to overthrow the French government. They are unprepared for the brutality and cowardice they encounter.