The Onedin Line The Complete Series

England around 1860. Captain James Onedin (Peter Gilmore) uses his last money to purchase the sailing ship Charlotte Rhodes. As part of the deal, he must marry Anne Webster (Anne Stallybrass), the daughter of the previous owner. However, to realize his dream of owning a fleet of cargo ships, James Onedin is willing to do anything. Anne, on the other hand, wants to be more to him than just an unwanted appendage. With patience and respect, she tries to win his heart. However, women are not welcome on board, as both Onedin and his first mate Mr. Baines (Howard Lang) agree. Nevertheless, Anne wins this power struggle and actually sets sail with the two men.

By marrying James, she also marries into his complicated family. Sister Isabel (Jessica Benton) jumps from one affair to another, constantly causing anger and distress. Robert Onedin (Brian Rawlinson), on the other hand, nearly loses his entire livelihood due to James' financial escapades.

So, it’s a family filled with plenty of explosive material for incredibly exciting entertainment.

The moving family saga of the Onedins is recounted in this loving BBC adaptation from the 1970s, spanning more than 20 years. It offers not only a glimpse into the joys and sorrows, loves and vices of this seafaring and trading clan but also an interesting look back at the time of the industrial revolution.