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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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Demelza and Ross are at war, luck and temptation come in to play.
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Ross plays the game and George is on the brink of success. Viewer discretion advised.
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A fugitive points the way to riches, plans are hatched and others are foiled
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While Ross is doing favors for Elizabeth, a mysterious benefactor surfaces.
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Poldark may be out-maneuvered, Caroline makes a choice, and Francis goes missing.
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Offers are made and risks are taken. Verity reappears.
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George tries plan B against Ross, and Demelza breaks difficult news.
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The ever-resilient Demelza tries to save Poldark from the gallows.
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Witness how Verity's move causes a series of events.
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See what happens when Poldark confronts the cardsharp who swindled Francis.
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Learn what desperate measures Francis takes to recoup his losses.
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See why Demelza has to adapt to a new way of life.