Is C.S. Forester's Horatio Hornblower coming back?

C.S. Forester's Horatio Hornblower ended on January 6, 2003, on ITV1. The series concluded after its fourth season, bringing the saga of the legendary seafaring hero to a close.

The show was a drama, action, and adventure series set during the Napoleonic wars. It was based on C.S. Forester's classic novels and depicted the life of Horatio Hornblower as he survived numerous battles, evaded capture, and rose through the ranks of the royal navy. The series showcased Hornblower's wit and courage amid constant danger and unending adventures at sea.

The cast included Ioan Gruffudd as Horatio Hornblower, Robert Lindsay as Captain Sir Edward Pellew, Jamie Bamber as Archie Kennedy, and David Warner as Captain Sawyer. The series was rated 8 on TVMaze and had a runtime of 120 minutes per episode.