"Frenchman's Creek" is a British television miniseries that aired in 1998. Based on the novel by Daphne du Maurier, the story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of Lady Dona St. Columb, a discontented noblewoman who seeks adventure and freedom from her restrictive marriage. The plot unfolds as Dona discovers a shipwrecked pirate, Jean-Baptiste, hiding in a secluded creek. Their ensuing romance leads her to question her societal obligations and ultimately choose between love and duty. The series captures themes of passion, rebellion, and the struggle for personal identity.