Hornblower

S01E03: 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.

Overview

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

Episodes

The Even Chance

S01E01 The Even Chance

October 7, 1998 9.8 120 min
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

S01E02 The Examination for Lieutenant

November 18, 1998 9.5 120 min
Promoted to Acting Lieutenant, Hornblower is forced to question his readiness for command.
The Duchess and the Devil

S01E03 The Duchess and the Devil

February 24, 1999 9.8 120 min
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

S01E04 The Frogs and the Lobsters

April 2, 1999 9.5 120 min
The Admiralty endorses a daring plan to overthrow the French government.

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

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