Longitude

An epic two-part adaptation of Dava Sobel's best-selling book, starring Michael Gambon and Jeremy Irons. Longitude is the fascinating story of John Harrison who in the 18th century believed he could make a clock that would work on board a ship - and so solve the problem of finding longitude at sea.

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  • Longitude Longitude

    Harrison has to struggle against a bigoted establishment in order to win recognition for…

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  • Longitude Longitude

    The concluding part of the drama based on Dava Sobel's book. John Harrison (Michael…

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