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Poldark
Season 5, Episode 1
Season 5
Episode 1
A plea for help from Ross’ old Army Colonel, Ned Despard, disturbs the Poldarks’ newfound peace. Demelza manages their affairs in Cornwall but encounters a new opponent. George struggles to engage with the world after Elizabeth’s death.
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Ross finds notoriety and family in London.
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Who will be the winners and who will be the losers in Cornwall?
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Hugh Armitage is set to challenge George Warleggan's seat as Truro's MP.
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Tables are turned, feelings revealed, it's checkmate for a Reverend, and Ross makes a vow.
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Morwenna gives birth, George triumphs and Ross and Demelza bare their souls.
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Whitworth is a monster, Aunt Agatha and George cross swords, and Demelza has an admirer.
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George sets a trap for Drake; Dwight and Caroline's relationship is in trouble.
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Drake joins Ross on a desperate gamble; George jockeys for a political triumph.
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A bad harvest incites riots; Demelza and Ross welcome an addition; Morwenna gets a suitor.
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Ross searches for Dwight, George dispenses rough justice, and Drake falls in love.
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The rivalry between George and Ross picks up where it left off.
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War is a temptation. Caroline and Dwight reunite; will Ross and Demelza?