The Onedin Line

2 Series ∙ 29 Episodes ∙ Period Drama

Classic drama series charting the fortunes of a Liverpool shipping family headed by the ambitious James Onedin.

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S1 E1 · The Wind Blows Free

Already a seasoned seafarer at 28, James Onedin is determined to command his own ship.

S1 E2 · Plain Sailing

Anne Onedin learns about sea fever - and navigation.

S1 E3 · Other Points of the Compass

After a perilous voyage home, James has to deal with vengeful ship owner Callon.

S1 E4 · High Price

James Onedin struggles to build up his fleet of ships, and needs a warehouse.

S1 E5 · The Onedin Line (1)

James sails home to yet more money problems.

S1 E6 · Salvage

The Charlotte Rhodes is about to sink outside the Mersyside coast.

S1 E7 · Passage to Pernambuco

There is a disaster in the vineyards, and the Pampero sails towards South America.

S1 E8 · The Homecoming

When James arrives home in Liverpool, Anne is not there to meet him.

S1 E9 · When My Ship Comes Home

Callon grabs his chance to bankrupt the Onedin Line.

S1 E10 · A Very Important Passenger

James is approached to carry a secret passenger to Italy, unaware of the dangers involved.

S1 E11 · Mutiny

James charters a ship, but the crew mutiny and he faces financial ruin.

S1 E12 · Cry of the Blackbird

A voyage to Australia almost ends in disaster when James's cargo doesn't materialise.

S1 E13 · Shadow of Doubt

Is Elizabeth's baby illegitimate? James sets forth on a troubled voyage to Quebec.

S1 E14 · Blockade

James hunts for a profit in the American Civil War.

S1 E15 · Winner Takes All

James sets up a public company, attracted by the profitability of steam ships.