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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
As the Poldarks look to rebuild their marriage and the Enyses to increase their family, Cornwall struggles under the Warleggans, whose power threatens all they hold dear.
Directed by Joss AgnewWritten by Debbie HorsfieldGuest stars Josh Whitehouse, Ed Browning, Turlough Convery, Stuart Davidson, Lauren Vandike, John Hopkins, Christian Brassington, James Wilby
Episode 2
The Poldarks determine to get their relationship on track and the Enyses announce they're expecting a baby. Hugh's worsening health threatens his chance to stand in the election, and the prospect of him remaining in Cornwall adds pressure to the Poldarks' fragile marriage. At the Sawle Feast, Tom Harry challenges Sam to a wrestling match. When Emma offers herself as the prize, Sam accepts.
Directed by Joss AgnewWritten by Debbie HorsfieldGuest stars Pip Torrens, Josh Whitehouse, Turlough Convery, Stuart Davidson, Robert Daws, Richard Hope, Jason Squibb, John Hopkins
Episode 3
Ross faces the challenge of Parliament and the Warleggans refuse to accept defeat. In Cornwall, Demelza contends with a failing mine and fixing Drake's broken heart. Dwight and Caroline welcome a baby daughter. Ossie meanwhile tends to a dying parishioner and George hosts an extravagant party at Trenwith.
Directed by Joss AgnewWritten by Debbie HorsfieldGuest stars Pip Torrens, Ed Browning, Stuart Davidson, Richard Hope, Amelia Clarkson, Sean Gilder, Christian Brassington, James Wilby
Episode 4
Ross is reunited with his family at home, but tragedy strikes in Cornwall. Dwight tells Caroline some devastating news about Sarah. Ossie is seen visiting Rowella by her husband Arthur, who grows suspicious. Emma returns to give Sam her answer, whilst Drake is persuaded into courting Rosina.
Guest stars Pip Torrens, Ed Browning, Robert Daws, Amelia Clarkson, Christian Brassington, James Wilby, Ciara Charteris, Will Merrick
Episode 5
George increases the strain on the struggling poor, driving Ross to make a risky gambit. The adversity the Poldarks face, however, may not be confined to Cornwall alone.
Guest stars Josh Taylor, Amelia Clarkson, John MacNeill, John Hopkins, Christian Brassington, James Wilby, Edward Bennett, Esme Coy
Episode 6
After it is revealed that Nathaniel Pearce embezzled Pascoe’s client’s funds, the Warleggans take action. In London, Ross finds Geoffrey Charles led astray by Adderley. Sam convinces Drake to return from exile following his abandonment of Rosina and Morwenna’s subsequent rejection and Morwenna reveals some news. Dwight meanwhile helps in the development of Truro’s infirmary.
Guest stars Pip Torrens, Stuart Davidson, Josh Taylor, Richard Hope, Robin Ellis, Amelia Clarkson, John MacNeill, John Hopkins
Episode 7
Joining the Enyses and Ross in London Demelza enjoys the city life and accompanies Ross to a charity ball thrown by Warleggan to celebrate his wife's pregnancy. Here she attracts Adderley's predatory attention, leading him to challenge Ross to a duel, the outcome of which makes Warleggan even more anxious to crush Ross. Whilst Demelza, overwhelmed by events, returns to Cornwall, Morwenna has a message for Drake and Geoffrey Charles makes an observation.
Guest stars Max Bennett, Rebecca Front, Sophie Simnett, Charlie Field, Adrian Lukis
Episode 8
Ross Poldark returns home after American Revolutionary War and rebuilds his life with a new business venture, making new enemies and finding a new love where he least expects it.
Guest stars Kyle Soller, Ruby Bentall, Pip Torrens, Josh Whitehouse, Caroline Blakiston, Stuart Davidson, Robert Daws, Jason Squibb
Episode information updated Jul 23, 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
GBHUnited States
