Outlander is a historical drama television series based on the Outlander novel series by Diana Gabaldon. Developed by Ronald D. Moore, the show premiered on August 9, 2014, on Starz. It stars Caitríona Balfe as Claire Randall, a former Second World War military nurse in Scotland who, in 1945, finds herself transported back in time to 1743. There she encounters, falls in love with and marries a dashing Highland warrior named Jamie Fraser (Sam Heughan), a tacksman of Gabaldon's fictionalized version of Clan Fraser of Lovat. Here, Claire becomes embroiled in the Jacobite rising.•
- Time Travel: The central premise of "Outlander" involves time travel. The protagonist, Claire Randall, a World War II nurse, is transported back in time to 18th-century Scotland. This time travel element adds a unique twist to the historical drama genre.
- Historical Setting: The series is set in various historical periods, primarily in 18th-century Scotland, but it also explores other locations and time periods, including colonial America and 1960s Scotland. The show is known for its attention to historical detail in terms of costumes, settings, and customs.
- Romance: "Outlander" is renowned for its passionate and complex romantic relationships, particularly the central love story between Claire and Jamie Fraser. The chemistry between the characters, as well as the challenges they face, is a significant draw for fans of the series.
- Strong Female Protagonist: Claire Randall is a strong and independent female lead. Her character evolves as she navigates the challenges of her time-travel predicament and the societal norms of the 18th century.
- Political Intrigue: The show weaves political intrigue into its narrative, particularly during the Jacobite uprisings in 18th-century Scotland. These political elements add depth to the plot and contribute to the overall tension of the series.
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Cast: Caitríona Balfe as Claire Fraser Sam Heughan as James "Jamie" Fraser Tobias Menzies as Frank Randall (seasons 1–4)[a] and Jonathan "Black Jack" Randall (seasons 1–3) Graham McTavish as Dougal MacKenzie (seasons 1–2, 7) and William "Buck" MacKenzie (season 5) Duncan Lacroix as Murtagh Fitzgibbons Fraser (seasons 1–5) Grant O'Rourke as Rupert MacKenzie (seasons 1–3)[b] Stephen Walters as Angus Mhor (seasons 1–2) Gary Lewis as Colum MacKenzie (seasons 1–2) Lotte Verbeek as Geillis Duncan a.k.a. Gillian Edgars (seasons 1–3, 7)[c] Bill Paterson as Edward "Ned" Gowan (seasons 1, 3)[d] Simon Callow as Clarence Marylebone, Duke of Sandringham (seasons 1–2)[e] Laura Donnelly as Janet "Jenny" Fraser Murray (seasons 1–3)[f] Douglas Henshall as Taran MacQuarrie (season 1) Steven Cree as Ian Murray (seasons 1–4, 7)[g] Stanley Weber as Le Comte St. Germain (season 2) Andrew Gower as Prince Charles Edward Stuart (seasons 2–3, guest season 6)[h] Rosie Day as Mary Hawkins (season 2) Dominique Pinon as
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Country of Origin - Assembly: US - United States
Director: Ronald D. Moore
Format: DVD
Genre: Historical fiction
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Universal Product Code (UPC check): 00786936110562