Starz has given fans of the Outlander franchise a new look at the main cast members of upcoming prequel series
Outlander’s official Instagram account has given fans a sneak peek at the main cast of the upcoming prequel, Outlander: Blood of My Blood.
However, some fans have raised concerns in the comments section.
The new Starz spin-off will follow the parents of Claire (played by Caitriona Balfe) and Jamie Fraser (Sam Heughan) across two timelines before their time-travelling escapades kicked off.
The newly released character posters feature Jamie Roy and Harriet Slater as Jamie’s parents, Brian Fraser and Ellen MacKenzie, and Jeremy Irvine and Hermione Corfield as Claire’s parents, Henry Beauchamp and Julia Moriston.
The ensemble also includes Rory Alexander as Murtagh Fitzgibbons Fraser, Sam Retford as Dougal MacKenzie, and Séamus McLean Ross as Colum MacKenzie. Fans were excited to see this preview of the prequel, noting the resemblance between the new actors and their fictional children.
One fan exclaimed: “Holy c*** they cast Brian perfectly!” Another commented on the similarity between Hermione and Cait, while a third said: “Cannot wait for this! Casting is outstanding.”
Despite the excitement, some fans pointed out their main concern in the comments, reports the Daily Record.
Blood of My Blood is pegged for a summer 2025 debut, though the exact date for this eagerly awaited series launch remains under wraps.
“Me: patiently waiting for a trailer and a date… I can’t wait to see this prequel,” commented a hopeful spectator.
Another excited viewer expressed, “I can’t wait for this prequel show to start – omg anxiously awaiting @outlander_starz.”
While one fan just couldn’t hold back their anticipation, saying, “I need a date for this nowwwwwww.”
Even amid the suspense, devotees should buckle up to welcome the premiere episode of this thrilling new installment in the Outlander saga just months from now.
Moreover, there’s a bundle of additional Outlander material on the horizon over the coming year, with the original show’s troupe recently wrapping up production on the eighth and conclusive season of the beloved historical fiction series.
Scottish sensation Heughan recently revealed his “very emotional” state after finalizing his latest ADR work in the studio.