C.S. Forester's Horatio Hornblower
1998–2003 · ITV1 · 120 min · 4 seasons
S2003E02 · Hornblower: Duty
Tue, 7 Jan, 7:00 am
Soon after getting married, Hornblower is sent on a search and rescue mission for a British ship (under the command of an old friend) last reported off the French coast. In the midst of the search, the HMS Hotspur picks up some unwanted passengers and attempts to discover the objective of a small French invasion force.
About
The epic saga of legendary seafaring hero Horatio Hornblower comes to swashbuckling life in these epic films based on C.S. Forester's classic novels. As the Napoleonic wars rage, Hornblower survives battle after battle, evades capture, and works his way up the ranks in the king's royal navy. With danger at every turn and unending adventures, Hornblower must use every ounce of his wit and courage to prevail.
Episodes
- E01
Hornblower: Loyalty
Mon, 6 Jan· 120 minFinally promoted to Captain and given command of HMS Hotspur, Hornblower is sent to France to determine the status of Napoleon's pledge of peace, but instead he discovers Napoleon's troops waiting to invade. He also begins a romantic relationship with the young Maria Mason.
- E02
Hornblower: Duty
Tue, 7 Jan· 120 minSoon after getting married, Hornblower is sent on a search and rescue mission for a British ship (under the command of an old friend) last reported off the French coast. In the midst of the search, the HMS Hotspur picks up some unwanted passengers and attempts to discover the objective of a small French invasion force.
Cast
Ioan Gruffudd
Horatio Hornblower
Robert Lindsay
Captain Sir Edward Pellew
Jamie Bamber
Archie Kennedy
David Warner
Captain Sawyer