C. S. Forester
Director
Hornblower (1998)
Season 1
Set during the 18th century Napoleonic Wars, Horatio Hornblower, a young and shy midshipman, rises through the ranks to become an admiral.
Released Oct. 7, 1998
Episode 120 min
None+
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Network: ITV1
Country: United Kingdom
Languages:
English
9.8
S1E1 - 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.
Oct. 7, 1998, midnight
9.6
S1E2 - The Examination for Lieutenant
Promoted to Acting Lieutenant, Hornblower is forced to question his readiness for command.
Nov. 18, 1998, midnight
9.8
S1E3 - 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.
Feb. 24, 1999, midnight
9.6
S1E4 - The Frogs and the Lobsters
The Admiralty endorses a daring plan to overthrow the French government.
April 2, 1999, midnight
Network: ITV1
Episode Runtime: 120 min.
Season Runtime: 960 min.
Released: Oct. 7, 1998
Last Air Date: Jan. 6, 2003, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR
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