Hornblower

Hornblower

1998 · 3 seasons · 8 eps · ★ 7.8 · Drama, War & Politics, Action & Adventure

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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

Network: ITV1

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