Hornblower: The Even Chance
- War
- Adventure
- TV Movie
Portsmouth, 1794. Under thundery skies and in lashing rain, 17-year-old midshipman Horatio Hornblower takes the first tentative steps of his naval career, but a feud with a shipmate causes complications.
Hornblower: The Even Chance is a 1998 British war-adventure TV film that launches the legendary naval career of midshipman Horatio Hornblower. Set in Portsmouth in 1794, the film follows the 17-year-old's first steps in the Royal Navy, where he must navigate not only the demands of his position but also a dangerous feud with a fellow shipmate.
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Ioan GruffuddMidshipman Horatio Hornblower
Robert LindsayCaptain Sir Edward Pellew
Dorian HealyMidshipman Jack Simpson
Michael ByrneCaptain Keene
Robert BathurstLieutenant Eccleston
Duncan BellMidshipman Clayton
Paul CopleyMatthews
Sean GilderStyles
Simon SherlockOldroyd- Chris BarnesFinch
Jamie BamberMidshipman Archie Kennedy
Colin MacLachlanMaster Bowles
Vincent GrassCaptain Forget
Richard LumsdenMidshipman Hether
Frank BoyceMidshipman Cleveland
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When did Hornblower: The Even Chance air?
The film premiered on October 7, 1998.
What is the plot about?
The story follows young midshipman Horatio Hornblower as he begins his naval service in 1794, facing the challenges of his new role alongside a personal conflict with a shipmate.
Is this part of a series?
Yes, this TV film was the first in the Hornblower series, which adapted C.S. Forester's novels for television.
Where can I watch it?
Hornblower: The Even Chance is available through various streaming platforms and broadcasters; check your local TV listings or streaming services for current availability.
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