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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Destinies are forever changed by new arrivals.

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An old friend returns, and the French Revolution urges Ross into action.

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Ross attempts to learn of Dwight's fate in Revolutionary France. Contains scenes of moderate violence.

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George proves merciless as the new magistrate, and Clowance is christened.

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While George makes political manoeuvres at home, Ross sets out to rescue Dwight. Some upsetting scenes.

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Demelza discovers trouble at Killewarren, and Drake finds himself in George's firing line.

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George pursues a vacant seat in Parliament, and Ross is given a proposition.

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An election threatens Truro's status quo. Ross senses a rival for Demelza's affection.

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The Poldark family finds itself challenged on all fronts and threatened as never before. Contains scenes of moderate violence.

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