Outlander 2014
“What if your future was the past?”
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Overview
Outlander is a historical fantasy television series based on the book series of the same name by author Diana Gabaldon. Developed by Ronald D. Moore, the show premiered on the Starz network on August 9, 2014. The production is a collaboration between Tall Ship Productions, Story Mining and Supply Company, and Left Bank Pictures in association with Sony Pictures Television. Filming for the first season began in Scotland in the fall of 2013. The series follows the story of Claire Randall, a married combat nurse from 1945 who is mysteriously transported back in time to 1743 while honeymooning in Scotland. Upon her arrival, she is thrust into an unfamiliar and dangerous world where she is forced to marry Jamie, a chivalrous and romantic Scottish warrior. This situation ignites a passionate affair that leaves Claire torn between two different men and two irreconcilable lives. The series, which spanned from 2014 to 2026, features cast members including Caitríona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Sophie Skelton, and Richard Rankin. The show concluded its run with a series finale in 2026.
Should you watch it?
“A 1945 combat nurse is mysteriously transported to 1743, forcing her to navigate a dangerous new world.”
- compelling time-travel premise
- passionate central romance
- rich historical setting
- features intense and threatening situations
Watch it if you enjoy sweeping historical dramas that blend romance with elements of fantasy.
The series contains scenes of peril and intense drama set against an 18th-century backdrop.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 16 episodes
- E1 Sassenach Aug 9, 2014
- E2 Castle Leoch Aug 16, 2014
- E3 The Way Out Aug 23, 2014
- E4 The Gathering Aug 30, 2014
- E5 Rent Sep 6, 2014
- E6 The Garrison Commander Sep 13, 2014
- E7 The Wedding Sep 20, 2014
- E8 Both Sides Now Sep 27, 2014
- E9 The Reckoning Apr 4, 2015
- E10 By the Pricking of My Thumbs Apr 11, 2015
- E11 The Devil's Mark Apr 18, 2015
- E12 Lallybroch Apr 25, 2015
- E13 The Watch May 2, 2015
- E14 The Search May 9, 2015
- E15 Wentworth Prison May 16, 2015
- E16 To Ransom a Man's Soul May 30, 2015
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Through a Glass, Darkly Apr 9, 2016
- E2 Not in Scotland Anymore Apr 16, 2016
- E3 Useful Occupations and Deceptions Apr 23, 2016
- E4 La Dame Blanche Apr 30, 2016
- E5 Untimely Resurrection May 7, 2016
- E6 Best Laid Schemes... May 14, 2016
- E7 Faith May 21, 2016
- E8 The Fox's Lair May 28, 2016
- E9 Je Suis Prest Jun 4, 2016
- E10 Prestonpans Jun 11, 2016
- E11 Vengeance Is Mine Jun 18, 2016
- E12 The Hail Mary Jun 25, 2016
- E13 Dragonfly in Amber Jul 9, 2016
Season 3 · 13 episodes
- E1 The Battle Joined Sep 10, 2017
- E2 Surrender Sep 17, 2017
- E3 All Debts Paid Sep 24, 2017
- E4 Of Lost Things Oct 1, 2017
- E5 Freedom & Whisky Oct 8, 2017
- E6 A. Malcolm Oct 22, 2017
- E7 Crème De Menthe Oct 29, 2017
- E8 First Wife Nov 5, 2017
- E9 The Doldrums Nov 12, 2017
- E10 Heaven and Earth Nov 19, 2017
- E11 Uncharted Nov 26, 2017
- E12 The Bakra Dec 3, 2017
- E13 Eye of the Storm Dec 10, 2017
Season 4 · 13 episodes
- E1 America the Beautiful Nov 4, 2018
- E2 Do No Harm Nov 11, 2018
- E3 The False Bride Nov 18, 2018
- E4 Common Ground Nov 25, 2018
- E5 Savages Dec 2, 2018
- E6 Blood of My Blood Dec 9, 2018
- E7 Down the Rabbit Hole Dec 16, 2018
- E8 Wilmington Dec 23, 2018
- E9 The Birds & the Bees Dec 30, 2018
- E10 The Deep Heart's Core Jan 6, 2019
- E11 If Not for Hope Jan 13, 2019
- E12 Providence Jan 20, 2019
- E13 Man of Worth Jan 27, 2019
Season 5 · 12 episodes
- E1 The Fiery Cross Feb 16, 2020
- E2 Between Two Fires Feb 23, 2020
- E3 Free Will Mar 1, 2020
- E4 The Company We Keep Mar 8, 2020
- E5 Perpetual Adoration Mar 15, 2020
- E6 Better to Marry Than Burn Mar 22, 2020
- E7 The Ballad of Roger Mac Mar 29, 2020
- E8 Famous Last Words Apr 12, 2020
- E9 Monsters and Heroes Apr 19, 2020
- E10 Mercy Shall Follow Me Apr 26, 2020
- E11 Journeycake May 3, 2020
- E12 Never My Love May 10, 2020
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Outlander?
A married combat nurse from 1945 is transported back to 1743 Scotland.
Who created the television series?
The series was developed by Ronald D. Moore.
What genre is the show?
It is classified as a historical fantasy television series.
When did the series premiere?
The show premiered on August 9, 2014, on Starz.
Is the show based on books?
Yes, the series is based on the book series of the same name by Diana Gabaldon.