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Loyalty. Bravery. Passion.
Britain is in the grip of a chilling recession... falling wages, rising prices, civil unrest - only the bankers are smiling. It's 1783 and Ross Poldark returns from the American War of Independence to his beloved Cornwall to find his world in ruins: his father dead, the family mine long since closed, his house wrecked and his sweetheart pledged to marry his cousin. But Ross finds that hope and love can be found when you are least expecting it in the wild but beautiful Cornish landscape.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Britain is in the grip of a chilling recession... falling wages, rising prices, civil unrest - only the bankers are smiling. It's 1783 and Ross Poldark returns from the American War of Independence to his beloved Cornwall to find his world in ruins: his father dead, the family mine long since closed, his house wrecked and his sweetheart pledged to marry his cousin. But Ross finds that hope and love can be found when you are least expecting it in the wild but beautiful Cornish landscape.
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Episode 1
Ross prepares for his trial as Demelza and Elizabeth try to help his cause. George does everything in his power to harm Ross, Francis wrestles with his conscience, and Dwight clashes with an entitled heiress, Caroline Penvenen.
Directed by William SinclairGuest stars Phil Davis, Pip Torrens, Turlough Convery, Richard Hope, Mark Frost, Robin Ellis, Sebastian Armesto, Ross Green
Episode 2
As the election leads to rioting, Elizabeth goes to Bodmin herself. Demelza tries to influence the case by making a personal appeal to the judge, but George has a number of tricks up his sleeve as the day of the trial arrives.
Guest stars Phil Davis, Turlough Convery, Gracee O'Brien, Lewis Peek, Emma Spurgin Hussey, Mark Frost, Derek Frood, Sebastian Armesto
Episode 3
Ross and Demelza face financial ruin, and George plans revenge on Jud. Francis, meanwhile, tries to rebuild his life and extends an invitation to Ross and Demelza.
Guest stars Phil Davis, Turlough Convery, Henry Garrett, Lewis Peek, Crystal Leaity, Sally Dexter, Emma Spurgin Hussey, Richard Hope
Episode 4
Needing money to open a mine free of George's influence, Ross strikes a deal with a local smuggler. Dwight, meanwhile, tries to diagnose an epidemic and receives help from an anonymous benefactor.
Guest stars Turlough Convery, Gracee O'Brien, Lewis Peek, Alexander Morris, Matthew Wilson, Richard Hope, Michael Culkin, Richard Harrington
Episode 5
An informant in the smuggling ring poses a serious threat to all, and George buys Ross's debt to finally crush him. Meanwhile, Caroline returns to Cornwall to make an announcement, but it is Elizabeth who reveals a great secret.
Directed by Charles PalmerGuest stars Pip Torrens, Henry Garrett, Rose Reynolds, Stuart Davidson, Lewis Peek, Richard Hope, Robin Ellis, Ross Green
Episode 6
Ross tries to help Francis's family financially, but George calls in Ross's debt. Demelza toils loyally to protect all at Nampara, and Dwight and Caroline continue to meet in secret.
Directed by Charles PalmerGuest stars Pip Torrens, Lewis Peek, Sally Dexter, Richard Hope, Rory Wilton, Ross Green, John Nettles, Richard McCabe
Episode 7
Ross joins a smuggling trip in the Isles of Scilly in order to meet Mark Daniel but, in his absence, George moves in on Elizabeth. Caroline convinces Dwight they must elope for a new life in Bath, and Captain McNeil plans to ambush the smugglers on their return.
Directed by Charles PalmerGuest stars Phil Davis, Henry Garrett, Lewis Peek, Matthew Wilson, Sebastian Armesto, Ross Green, John Nettles, Marc Danbury
Episode 8
Ross and Dwight stand trial for their part in the smuggling. A new tin lode gives Ross renewed hope in Wheal Grace, but it is George who is there for Elizabeth when her mother falls ill and deals Ross a bitter blow.
Directed by Charles PalmerGuest stars Phil Davis, Pip Torrens, Henry Garrett, Rose Reynolds, Stuart Davidson, Lewis Peek, Alexander Morris, Sally Dexter
Episode 9
Ross closes Wheal Grace for good. With Elizabeth wrestling with a life-changing decision, Demelza's world has been turned upside down. How will harmony be restored?
Guest stars Phil Davis, Henry Garrett, Stuart Davidson, Crystal Leaity, Patrick Ryecart, Rory Wilton, Sebastian Armesto, Max Willis
Episode 10
Dwight enlists in the navy to forget Caroline, and Demelza visits Verity to spend some time apart from Ross. While Ross considers rejoining his regiment, Elizabeth and George settle into married life, but George's plans provoke the locals to riot.
Guest stars Phil Davis, Turlough Convery, Richard Hope, Sebastian Armesto, John Nettles, Isabella Pariss, Max Willis, Stuart McNeil
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Aidan TurnerRoss Poldark
Eleanor TomlinsonDemelza Poldark
Jack FarthingGeorge Warleggan
Kyle SollerFrancis Poldark
Luke NorrisDwight Enys
Beatie EdneyPrudie Paynter
Phil DavisJud Paynter
Pip TorrensCary Warleggan
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
Mammoth ScreenUnited Kingdom
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