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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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52:22
Follow Poldark as he faces one turning point with Elizabeth and another with Demelza.

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52:49
Learn why Poldark seeks backers and see how Verity’s big chance leads to a showdown.

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52:51
Poldark returns to Cornwall after the American Revolution and finds wrenching change.