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Hornblower: Season 1

4 episodes Premiered Oct 7, 1998 Updated Jul 21, 2026

Season 1 Episodes

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S1·E1 Mytharc

Oct 7, 1998 · 120 min

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.

S1·E2 Core

Nov 18, 1998 · 120 min

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

S1·E3 Core

Feb 24, 1999 · 120 min

Hornblower leads a daring raid on a French sloop, and is rewarded by being allowed to set sail for England.

S1·E4 Mytharc

Apr 2, 1999 · 120 min

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