Like all the Hornblower series, this is British television at its best.
The story line moves swiftly, the dialogue and acting are superb, and (for the American audience) there are explosions, battles and special effects. Robert Lindsay (Captain Pellew - best remembered for his role in "Citizen Smith" in the 70s) and Ioan Gruffudd (more recently Sir Lancelot in King Arthur) are a treat to watch.
Having recently watched Russell Crowe in Master and Commander, I'd say the Hornblower series has the edge.
What are you doing still reading this - go rent it on DVD now!
The story line moves swiftly, the dialogue and acting are superb, and (for the American audience) there are explosions, battles and special effects. Robert Lindsay (Captain Pellew - best remembered for his role in "Citizen Smith" in the 70s) and Ioan Gruffudd (more recently Sir Lancelot in King Arthur) are a treat to watch.
Having recently watched Russell Crowe in Master and Commander, I'd say the Hornblower series has the edge.
What are you doing still reading this - go rent it on DVD now!