I know I’ve mentioned this show on here before, but Outlander absolutely deserves its own post. It is without a doubt one of the best shows on TV right now.
The first season just ended and wow, I cannot wait for season two!
Outlander is part drama, part historical piece, part action, part romance, and a million parts amazing. It’s a 60 minute show on Starz that I first heard about when a TV review site listed it as the number one show to watch this year.
The series is based off the best-selling book series by Diana Gabaldon. (Which I am now reading and loving!) It follows the story of Claire, an English woman from the 1940’s who unexpectedly finds herself transported to 18th century Scotland while on her honeymoon with her husband in the Highlands.
I don’t have Starz, but am able to easily stream high-def versions of the episodes for free online. (*wink wink*)
I love period pieces, and romance, and stunning scenery backdrops. This show has all of that in spades. (And I now need to take a vacation to Scotland!)
Because this show is on Starz it also has no filter and a ton of nudity and violence. If that sort of thing offends you you will probably not enjoy this show. Just a heads up. Another heads up that the first episode started off a little slow for me but it very quickly gained momentum and speed. Give yourself a chance to fall in love with this show and I think you’ll be surprised with just how much you love it. The characters are so fleshed out and the acting is truly superb. Also, hello hot guys with Scottish accents! I’m just saying…
Here’s a video that explains a little bit more about the premise of the series. I went into the first episode completely blind to the storyline and am so glad I did. It made watching the plot unfold extra special.
With most shows coming to an end for the season, summer is a great time to check out shows you’ve been hearing buzz about but haven’t yet gotten a chance to watch. If you’re in the market for a new show I highly recommend checking out Outlander. Just be warned, it’s addicting and you might find yourself in some late night binge-watching sessions like I did. 😉
Questions of the Day: Have you seen Outlander? What’s you’re favorite kind of TV show?
I’ve heard awesome things about the books, but haven’t had a chance to read them yet…and since I’ve apparently been living under a rock, I didn’t even know it’d been turned into a show! :O I will be adding that to my to-watch list. 😡
Scotland is on my bucket list! <3
I want to visit Scotland so badly! This show is definitely a must-watch!
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I LOVE ME SOME SCOTLAND AND ENGLAND–but not period pieces.
it may be time to retry the period pieces 😉
If you do watch the show I’d love to hear what you think of it!
Oh man – I do NOT need another TV show to watch, haha! Maybe when I finish my current faves, I can give it a try! Is it on Netflix or anything?
I think it is! It’s also on a billion places online for streaming!
Ughh why don’t I have Starz?? This sounds right up my alley!
I don’t have Starz either! This is really the only show I’d watch on the channel!
Looks interesting! I know lots of people who like the books so I’ll give it a try 🙂
If you check out the tv show I’d love to know what you think!
I got the first Outlander book back in 1991 and have read everyone after that. I gave these books to my mom who has also been an avid fan through all these years. It really is cool to see Jamie & Claire come alive on tv, and I am so glad that this wonderful book series is gaining a ton of new fans. 🙂 Brandi
I am loving the books and the show! So rare to find that combo!
I keep hearing a lot of good things about this show. I think I need to check it out.
It is so good!!
Love, love, love Outlander! I have read all but the 8th book. Soooo good! Cannot wait to see what they do with the other books in the series as the tv show!
It is such an amazing tv series!! I’m halfway through the second book and am loving it!
This looks like a really interesting show! I might have to check it out!
It’s an awesome show! I hope you do!
What an interesting premise for a show. While we had HBO we watched Game of Throne. Period showes like these are so interesting.
I’ve never watched Game of Thrones but I have a lot of friends who are fans!
I havent seen this before!!! Ill have to check it out.
XO JNESS
jenessasheffield
It’s such a good show!
I’ve never heard of Outlander or watched it! I guess I have been living under a rock? Might need to check it out haha..
It’s so good!!
I have not seen or heard of this show. It does sound pretty interesting and I may give it a look this summer.
It’s an awesome show! If you check it out you’ll have to let me know what you think!
A few of my friends have been raving about this show- I want to get into it and catch up! 🙂
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Omg you will love it! So so good!
Uh, my I do not have Star. I will have to wait to see if it comes out on Hulu or Netflix.
I believe it is on Netflix!
I will definitely check it out.
It’s such a good show!
I keep hearing such great things about the books and show! Thanks for sharing!!
Absolutely Mikela! It’s a great series!