Duration
135 minutes
Series Info
Season 2 Episode 2 of 2
Quick Summary
The seafaring hero's resourcefulness turns the tide of a battle
About This Program
Hornblower's resourcefulness turns the attack on the Spanish-held fortress into a famous victory, but Buckland's treachery puts his life into further danger. Surviving a risky mission to blow up the fortifications and an attempt by the prisoners to take command of the Renown, the hero faces the death penalty for pushing Captain Sawyer into the hold - and hopes Archie's dying words can save him from the noose. Naval adventure, based on the stories by CS Forester, and starring Ioan Gruffudd
Hornblower broadcasts on ITV4 +1 at 5:30pm, Thursday, 18 December 2025. (Subtitles, repeat)
Channel Numbers:
Sky HD827Sky220Virgin318
Production Details
Runtime135 mins
DirectorAndrew Grieve
Cast & Crew
AG
Andrew GrieveDirector
BR
Ben RostulWriter
TC
Terence Corriganas James Doughty
DW
David Warneras Midshipman Henery Wellard
RL
Robert Lindsayas Rebel Leader Francois Le Fanu
PG
Philip Glenisteras Dr Hepplewhite
SG
Sean Gilderas Midshipman Hether
PM
Paul McGannas Oldroyd
PC
Paul Copleyas Maj Andre Cotard
IG
Ioan Gruffuddas Horatio Hornblower
JB
Jamie Bamberas Master Bowles

