BBC's 2015 historical drama 'Poldark' has been hailed as a 'masterpiece' by fans who also claim the five-part series is 'better than Outlander'. The show, which premiered in 2015, achieved international success and holds an impressive 91% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Fans Praise Poldark Over Outlander
Aidan Turner's portrayal of Ross Poldark captivated viewers with stunning visuals of Cornwall's coastline and a romantic yet gritty storyline. The drama follows Ross after the American Revolutionary War as he returns home to find his life in ruins, but he strives to rebuild it. Similarly, 'Outlander' is a period drama set after World War II that involves time travel to the 1775 American Revolutionary War, focusing on Claire Randall's accidental trip to the past.
Fans have expressed strong preferences for 'Poldark'. One fan raved: 'I think this show is so much better than Outlander. The books, too. Never felt clunky to me.' Another agreed: 'Personally, I loved Poldark and hated Outlander. I felt like Outlander's initial pacing was very dull... Poldark, on the other hand, immediately pulled me in.' A third admitted: 'I gave up on Outlander after a couple of seasons. Enjoyed Poldark much more.'
Why Poldark Stands Out
A fourth viewer praised: 'Poldark has everything I look for in a TV series: great characters, adventure, drama, joy, romance, inspiration, and feel-good moments. The acting and the story are not exaggerated like in a soap opera.' Another labelled it an 'absolute masterpiece', explaining: 'This is one of those shows that are unrepeatable, unmatched! The visuals are breathtaking, the atmosphere dense, the music is superb, costumes, actors, colour palette, everything about this series is extremely well made.'
Series Conclusion and Future Possibilities
The BBC drama ended after its fifth instalment in 2019 with a significant time jump showing Ross' future. Star Aidan Turner admitted to Digital Spy that the finale didn't feel 'final': 'It doesn't feel like an ending. I don't think that is the BBC being crafty and keeping it open-ended for another series in time, but while it feels right, it doesn't feel final.' When asked about a possible return, Turner said: 'I have no idea.' He added: 'I think Winston Graham's books pick up a lot later, I think Jeremy, who is about 10 or 11, is about 21 or 22 in the next book. I'm afraid of saying anything and I don't want to detract from this series.'
