Loading movie...
Poldark (1996)
Director: Richard Laxton
Cast: John Bowe, Mel Martin, Michael Attwell, Ioan Gruffudd
Runtime102 min
Your reaction:
Watchlist:
The Cornish military captain, now a member of Parliament, is drawn into the war with France while his son falls in with smugglers. Historical drama, starring John Bowe and Mel Martin, and featuring a young Ioan Gruffudd in one of his earliest roles.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The 1996 Poldark TV movie directed by Richard Laxton received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its historical accuracy and the performances of the lead actors, including a young Ioan Gruffudd in an early role. The film has not received any major awards, but it has maintained a strong audience reception, with an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on over 1,000 user reviews.
Why you might like this:
Fans of historical dramas will appreciate the rich, immersive world of 1996's Poldark, directed by Richard Laxton. The film features standout performances from its talented cast, including a young Ioan Gruffudd in one of his earliest roles, as it explores themes of war, social unrest, and personal sacrifice against the stunning Cornish backdrop.
About
Poldark is a series of historical novels by Winston Graham, initially published from 1945 to 1953 and continuing from 1973 to 2002. The first novel, Ross Poldark, was named for the protagonist of the series. The novel series was adapted for television by the BBC in 1975 and again in 2015.
Read more on Wikipedia →