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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As the Poldarks look to rebuild their marriage, Cornwall struggles under Warleggan power. Some upsetting scenes.

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Cornwall's election looms and the Poldarks face difficult decisions.

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Ross faces the challenge of Parliament and the Warleggans refuse to accept defeat. Contains scenes of moderate violence.

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Ross is reunited with his family at home, but tragedy strikes in Cornwall.

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George increases the strain on the struggling poor, driving Ross to make a risky gambit.

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George finds the opportunity to ruin a business rival and the Poldarks in the process.

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The Poldarks vacation in the capital gives rise to deadly complications. Some upsetting scenes.

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As Ross and Elizabeth attempt to repair their marriages, the houses' feud renews.

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