Hornblower

1998 - 2003

The Even Chance

7th October 1998

Episode 1

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

18th November 1998

Episode 2

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

The Duchess and the Devil

24th February 1999

Episode 3

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

2nd April 1999

Episode 4

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

Top Cast

Ioan Gruffudd•Paul McGann•Robert Lindsay

Drama War & Politics Action & 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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Full Cast

Ioan Gruffudd

Horatio Hornblower

Paul McGann

William Bush

Robert Lindsay

Sir Edward Pellew

Paul Copley

Matthews

Sean Gilder

Styles

Julia Sawalha

Maria Mason

Full Crew

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Michele Buck

Producer

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Andrew Benson

Producer

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Vernon Lawrence

Executive Producer

Delia Fine

Executive Producer

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Emilio Nunez

Producer

C. S. Forester

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