Hornblower(1998)

7.7

3 Seasons

DramaWar & PoliticsAction & Adventure

Overview

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

Episodes

Select Season

The Even Chance

Ep 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.

07/10/1998120 min

The Examination for Lieutenant

Ep 2

The Examination for Lieutenant

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

18/11/1998120 min

The Duchess and the Devil

Ep 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.

24/02/1999120 min

The Frogs and the Lobsters

Ep 4

The Frogs and the Lobsters

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

02/04/1999120 min

Top Cast

Ioan Gruffudd

Ioan Gruffudd

Horatio Hornblower

Jamie Bamber

Jamie Bamber

Archie Kennedy

Robert Lindsay

Robert Lindsay

Sir Edward Pellew

Paul Copley

Paul Copley

Matthews

Sean Gilder

Sean Gilder

Styles

Colin MacLachlan

Master Bowles

Simon Sherlock

Simon Sherlock

Oldroyd

Show Info

StatusEnded

NetworkITV1

TypeScripted