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Hornblower - The Complete Collection [DVD]

DVD ~ Ioan Gruffudd
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Ioan Gruffudd, Robert Lindsay, Paul McGann
  • Format: Box set, PAL
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 4
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: ITV Studios Home Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 16 Oct 2006
  • Run Time: 785 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000GLKNTG
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 14,305 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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The Hornblower – The Complete Collection DVD box set contains the entire set of episodes from the Hornblower series. Based on the character of Horatio from C.S. Forester's stories, the show revolves around the adventures of a gallant Briton named Horatio Hornblower (Ioan Gruffudd), who fought on the high seas during the Napoleonic Wars. First broadcast in 1998, the period drama is initially set in the 1790s and also stars Robert Lindsay and Cherie Lunghi; the Hornblower screenplay was written by Russell Lewis.

Synopsis

The Hornblower series begins in 1974 in Portsmouth, England. As a fierce squall rages in the English Channel, a pale-faced 17 year-old midshipman huddled at the stern is just embarking upon his career in the Royal Navy. Sea-sick and drenched, Horatio Hornblower is laughed at by his new comrades as he boards a ship for the very first time. Little do they realise, however, that this young boy is destined to become one of the most courageous heroes of the Napoleanic Wars.

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57 of 60 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Sea bound adventures., 7 Aug 2007
By A. Hunter (Inverness, Scotland) - See all my reviews
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If you enjoyed the film, Master and Commander, or read the books of Patrick O'brian and are looking for more, then Hornblower is perfect for you. More high seas adventure and swashbuckling than you can throw a stick at. Considering the lack of a hollywood budget and the fact they were made for TV, this series is just amazing. The navy based equivalent to Sharpe, I would strongly recommend this to anyone who enjoys a bit of action and adventure.

Would also say to shop around, not sure how long it will last for, but have just found it online at HMV for £17.99 in the sale, now that makes it even better.
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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Swashbuckling Stuff, 5 Mar 2008
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Whether you saw the 'Hornblower' series on the TV or not does not matter, these are wonderful to watch for the first time or again and again. Loads of action to please everyone. Well worth investing in.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Hornblower collection is worth every penny., 14 Jan 2010
This review is from: Hornblower - Complete Collection [DVD] [1998] (DVD)
This DVD collection is excellent. I remember watching it on TV years ago and enjoyed it then, but now it is even better (without the adverts!) It is amongst my favourite DVDs and the kids love it too (1
PG disc, 2 12cert discs and 1 15cert disc, but they have been very stringent on the certificates - the contents are suitable and the violence (sword fighting) comes in context with the story). I would rate it highly and recommend it to anyone who asks.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nice but why not finished?
I love this series but why does it not have an end. Maybe it finished with a movie or feature episode. I will investigate.
Published 10 hours ago by Mr. M. M. Cocis

5.0 out of 5 stars great interpetation
When I was a boy,I really loved reading the books. Now 30 Years later it was a
celebration to watch the movies. Read more
Published 29 days ago by Axel Fey

5.0 out of 5 stars WONDERFUL !!!!
This Naval series with all its drama i found compelling and very
difficult to stop watching.The sea and land battles were as one would imagine - bits of leg flying about... Read more
Published 1 month ago by andy st thor

5.0 out of 5 stars Hornblower - The Best of British!
ITV's Hornblower collection must surely stand as one of the finest adventure/drama series of all time. Read more
Published 1 month ago by David Francis

5.0 out of 5 stars Swashbuckling at its best
Great stories of when Britain ruled the waves. Ignoring the fact that Hornblower always saves the day these episodes have atmosphere and excitment. Read more
Published 2 months ago by M. Main

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply a great TV series
In my opinion one of the best series of this type ever produced. The acting in supurb, very enjoyable even if you know nothing of the napoleonic wars, its like travelling back in... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Linda Murray

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally I became a sailorman!;-)
I read all the books, when I was a teenager. On every book in the series "Hornblower" rose through the ranks. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jens Erik Bech

5.0 out of 5 stars hornblower
Have only watched the first 3 episodes but am absolutely loving it! I am looking forward to watching the rest of the series. good value for money.
Published 6 months ago by traz

5.0 out of 5 stars It's just good fun, excellent rewatch value.
This series feels more akin to a film franchise than a made for TV drama, big sets, big costumes, big personalities. Read more
Published 6 months ago by P. Johnson

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality and Value
Hornblower - The Complete Collection [DVD]

Excellent series and good value for money. Insight into naval history at the time of Napoleon and the effects of war on the... Read more
Published 8 months ago by John D. Brown

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