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The Best Episodes of Hornblower Season 3

Every episode of Hornblower Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hornblower Season 3!

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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.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Hornblower Season 3 Episode 1 - Loyalty
    10.0/10(3 votes)

    S3:E1

    Finally promoted to Captain and given command of HMS Hotspur, Hornblower is sent to France to determine the status of Napoleon's pledge of peace, but instead he discovers Napoleon's troops waiting to invade. He also begins a romantic relationship with the young Maria Mason.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Hornblower Season 3 Episode 2 - Duty
    9.0/10(3 votes)

    S3:E2

    Soon after getting married, Hornblower is sent on a search and rescue mission for a British ship (under the command of an old friend) last reported off the French coast. In the midst of the search, the HMS Hotspur picks up some unwanted passengers and attempts to discover the objective of a small French invasion force.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Loyalty" is the best rated episode of "Hornblower" season 3. It scored 10/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/5/2003. This episode is rated 1.0 points higher than the second-best, "Duty".