Outlander: Season 5
Outlander Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 12 episodes. The historical fantasy television series is based on the book series of the same name by Diana Gabaldon and was developed by Ronald D. Moore. The show originally premiered on August 9, 2014, on Starz. The narrative follows the story of Claire Randall, a married combat nurse from 1945 who is mysteriously swept back in time to 1743 Scotland, where sh
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Claire Randall is a married combat nurse from 1945.
- She is mysteriously swept back in time to 1743 Scotland.
- In the past, she becomes entangled in the Jacobite risings.
- She also becomes involved in a passionate romance.
Season overview
Outlander Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 12 episodes. The historical fantasy television series is based on the book series of the same name by Diana Gabaldon and was developed by Ronald D. Moore. The show originally premiered on August 9, 2014, on Starz. The narrative follows the story of Claire Randall, a married combat nurse from 1945 who is mysteriously swept back in time to 1743 Scotland, where she becomes entangled in the Jacobite risings and a passionate romance. The production is a British-American fantasy television series, and viewers can explore famous filming locations in Scotland inspired by Diana Gabaldon's hit book and television series, including the Scottish history behind it.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
The Fiery Cross
Feb 16, 2020
Following celebrations in honor of Brianna and Roger's wedding, Governor Tryon reminds Jamie of his obligation to hunt down and kill Murtagh Fitzgibbons.
Between Two Fires
Feb 23, 2020
As Jamie continues to hunt Murtagh with the aid of the zealous Lieutenant Hamilton Knox, he's forced to consider whether or not he's on the right side of history.
Free Will
Mar 1, 2020
The growing Regulator threat forces Jamie, Claire and Roger to embark on a mission to raise a militia.
The Company We Keep
Mar 8, 2020
Roger leads Jamie's militia to the trading post of Brownsville and finds himself embroiled in a bitter feud. Jamie and Claire arrive to find that Roger's unusual strategy may have
Perpetual Adoration
Mar 15, 2020
Jamie and his militia arrive at Hillsborough to learn that Governor Tryon has proposed a rather unorthodox solution to deal with the threat posed by the Regulators and to resolve t
Better to Marry Than Burn
Mar 22, 2020
At Jocasta's wedding, Jamie learns Tryon's true motivation for ending the Regulator threat.
The Ballad of Roger Mac
Mar 29, 2020
The Regulator Rebellion reaches a boiling point, forcing Jamie to face his fear and confront the consequence of his divided loyalties.
Famous Last Words
Apr 12, 2020
The Frasers must come to terms with all that has changed in the aftermath of the Battle of Alamance Creek. Brianna tries to help Roger overcome the trauma he has endured. An unexpe
Monsters and Heroes
Apr 19, 2020
When Jamie is bitten by a venomous snake, Claire fears she may not have the resources to save him. Jamie asks Roger to complete an important task in the event of his death.
Mercy Shall Follow Me
Apr 26, 2020
Jamie and Roger implement their plan to eliminate the threat looming over them, but it goes awry. Brianna is forced to confront her greatest fear and fight for her and her son's li
Journeycake
May 3, 2020
A revelation about Jemmy forces Roger and Brianna to choose between staying in the eighteenth century and returning to the safety of the future. Jamie finds that unrest in the back
Never My Love
May 10, 2020
Claire struggles to survive brutal treatment from her captors, as Jamie gathers a group of loyal men to help him rescue his wife. Meanwhile, Roger and Brianna's journey takes a sur