Hornblower
Hornblower
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Hornblower

7.8 / 10
1998
3 seasons
8 episodes
DramaWar & PoliticsAction & Adventure

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

  • The Even Chance

    1.The Even Chance

    9.5
    07-10-1998120m

    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

    9.3
    18-11-1998120m

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

  • The Duchess and the Devil

    3.The Duchess and the Devil

    9.6
    24-02-1999120m

    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

    9.3
    02-04-1999120m

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

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