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The Best Episodes of Hornblower Season 1

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Every episode of Hornblower Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hornblower Season 1!

The Best Episodes of Hornblower Season 1

Set during the 18th century Napoleonic Wars, Horatio Hornblower, a young and shy midshipman, rises through the ranks to become an admiral.

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  1. Background image for The Even Chance
    9.7/10(3 votes)

    #1 - The Even Chance

    S1:E1

    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.

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    Director:Andrew Grieve
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for The Examination for Lieutenant
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    #2 - The Examination for Lieutenant

    S1:E2

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

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    Director:Andrew Grieve
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for The Duchess and the Devil
    9.7/10(3 votes)

    #3 - The Duchess and the Devil

    S1:E3

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for The Frogs and the Lobsters
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    #4 - The Frogs and the Lobsters

    S1:E4

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Even Chance" is the best rated episode of "Hornblower" season 1. It scored 9.7/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by Andrew Grieve and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/7/1998. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "The Examination for Lieutenant".