Poldark

20155 seriesEntertainment / Drama
Available on
BBC One

This drama series is an adaptation by writer Debbie Horsfield of the novels in Winston Graham's series following the life of Ross Poldark. In 1783, Poldark returns from the American War of Independence to his hometown of Cornwall only to find the family estate in ruins, his father dead and his beloved Elizabeth betrothed to his cousin, Francis. With his world in tumult, Poldark spontaneously rescues Demelza, a young servant, and takes her with him to begin a new life in a chaotic Britain.

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Ross prepares for his trial as Demelza and Elizabeth try to help his cause.

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As the election leads to rioting, Elizabeth goes to Bodmin herself.

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Ross and Demelza face financial ruin, and George plans revenge on Jud. Contains scenes of moderate violence.

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Dwight tries to diagnose an epidemic and receives help from an anonymous benefactor. Contains scenes of moderate violence.

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George buys Ross's debt to finally crush him. Caroline returns to Cornwall.

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Ross tries to financially support Elizabeth, but George calls in Ross's debt.

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Ross joins a smuggling trip in the Isles of Scilly in order to meet Mark Daniel. Contains scenes of moderate violence.

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Ross and Dwight stand trial for their part in the smuggling.

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Ross closes Wheal Grace for good. Elizabeth wrestles with a life-changing decision.

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Dwight enlists in the navy to forget Caroline, and Demelza visits Verity.

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