Drama

Poldark

Aidan Turner (The Hobbit) stars as Ross Poldark, a dashing redcoat who returns to Cornwall after battle to discover that his father is dead, his lands are ruined, and his true love is engaged to another. Can Poldark change his destiny, restore his lost fortune, and reclaim his sweetheart?

Episode 1

52m 51s

After fighting for England in the American Revolution, Poldark returns home to Cornwall and finds wrenching change. He loses one close friend and gains another.

Episodes

  • Episode 1: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 1

    S1 E1 - 52m 51s

    After fighting for England in the American Revolution, Poldark returns home to Cornwall and finds wrenching change. He loses one close friend and gains another.

  • Episode 2: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 2

    S1 E2 - 52m 49s

    Determined to open his risky copper mine, Poldark seeks backers. Verity’s big chance leads to a showdown.

  • Episode 3: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 3

    S1 E3 - 52m 22s

    Poldark’s battle with the local gentry deepens. He faces one turning point with Elizabeth and another with Demelza.

  • Episode 4: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 4

    S1 E4 - 52m 50s

    The community awaits news of the fish harvest. Poldark’s copper mine struggles. Demelza must get used to a new way of life.

  • Episode 5: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 5

    S1 E5 - 52m 50s

    Poldark and Demelza start a family. Demelza plays matchmaker. The miners riot. And Francis takes desperate measures to recoup his losses.

  • Episode 6: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 6

    S1 E6 - 52m 51s

    A mysterious smelting company challenges the local copper barons. Poldark confronts the same cardsharp who swindled Francis.

  • Episode 7: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 7

    S1 E7 - 1h 48m

    When Verity makes her move, Poldark is blamed and events spiral out of control. An epidemic leads to tragedy. A shipwreck is both a blessing and a curse.

Extras + Features

  • Behind the Dancing: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Behind the Dancing

    S1 - 1m 10s

    Step behind-the-scenes of Poldark for an exclusive look at the making of the dancing scenes, and watch stars Aidan Turner (Poldark) and Heida Reed (Elizabeth) have a ball. #PoldarkPBS

  • Aidan Turner as Ross Poldark: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Aidan Turner as Ross Poldark

    S1 - 1m 38s

    The cast and creators of the new series explore what makes Aidan Turner the perfect fit for this reimagined, saintly swashbuckler. Poldark airs Sundays, June 21 - August 2, at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E3 - 30s

    In Poldark, Episode 3: New beginnings for the community heighten tempers and temptations. Poldark, Episode 3 airs Sunday, July 5, 2015 at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E3 - 1m 29s

    As Ross celebrates new beginnings, rumors fly. Poldark, Episode 3 airs Sunday, July 5, 2015 at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Love Triangle: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Love Triangle

    S1 - 2m 56s

    Series stars Aidan Turner, Eleanor Tomlinson, and Heida Reed (Elizabeth) explore the complicated romantic relationships plaguing Ross Poldark. Episode 4 of Poldark airs Sunday, July 12, 2015 at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Robin Ellis: The Original Poldark: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Robin Ellis: The Original Poldark

    S1 - 1m 30s

    Hear what icon Robin Ellis thought of Aidan Turner's performance! The new Poldark airs Sundays, June 21 - August 2, 2015 at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Francis: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Francis

    S1 - 1m 52s

    Actors Kyle Soller (Francis), Heida Reed (Elizabeth), and Aidan Turner explore the complex character of Francis Poldark. The series airs Sundays, June 21 - August 2, 2015 at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Favorite Scenes: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Favorite Scenes

    S1 - 1m 45s

    Poldark stars Aidan Turner and Eleanor Tomlinson on their favorite scenes from the series. Poldark airs Sundays, June 21 - August 2, 2015 at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E4 - 1m 13s

    Demelza struggles to fill the shoes of a fine lady in this scene from Poldark, Episode 4, airing Sunday, July 12, 2015 at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E4 - 30s

    In the next episode of Poldark: Ross's unpopular decision threatens his future. Episode 4 airs Sunday, July 12, 2015 at 9/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Costumes: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Costumes

    S1 - 2m 18s

    Series stars Aidan Turner, Eleanor Tomlinson, and Heida Reed on the beautiful clothes that helped them realize their characters, from coats to corsets! Poldark airs Sunday nights at 9/8c, from June 21 - August 2, 2015 on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

  • Elizabeth: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Elizabeth

    S1 - 1m 51s

    Series stars Aidan Turner, Heida Reed, and Kyle Soller (Francis) explore the character of Elizabeth (Chynoweth) Poldark, from her complicated relationship with Ross, to her cool-headed demeanor. Poldark airs Sunday nights at 9/8c from June 21 - August 2, 2015 on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #PoldarkPBS

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