Summary
- Outlander: Blood of My Blood is a highly anticipated prequel that will continue the legacy of its parent show with unique storytelling and authentic romance.
- The spinoff will delve into the epic romance of Jamie's parents, Ellen and Brian, going far beyond the original material from Diana Gabaldon's novels.
- Harriet Slater, Jamie Roy, Hermione Corfield, and Jeremy Irvine have been cast in the lead roles.
Outlander: Blood of My Blood is the upcoming prequel to Outlander, and the spinoff looks primed to continue the legacy of its parent show with more unique storytelling and authentic romance. Outlander has been a hugely successful project thus far, chronicling the romantic Outlander relationship between Jamie and Claire after the latter is sent back in time to Scotland in the 18th century. The prequel series, Outlander: Blood of My Blood, will replace the main show after its eighth and final season, following Jamie's parents Ellen MacKenzie and Brian Fraser.
Outlander is based on the novels by Diana Gabaldon, and will end with season 8. Outlander: Blood of My Blood will also tell a story that goes far beyond Gabaldon's novels, building on what's been shown of Jamie's parents and their epic romance that defied societal norms and demands. Certain details about Outlander: Blood of My Blood’s story and cast are already beginning to surface — and although the anticipation for the Outlander prequel series is high, there's much still to learn.
Outlander: Blood Of My Blood Latest News
As the spinoff begins to take shape, the Outlander prequel show has cast Jamie and Claire's parents, marking the first big step towards the show becoming a reality. It is now known that Harriet Slater and Jamie Roy will appear as Jamie Fraser's parents, Ellen and Brian, while Hermione Corfield and Jeremy Irvine will play Claire's parents, Julie and Harry. It was also noted in the exciting casting announcement that filming has already begun on the prequel series in Scotland.
Outlander: Blood Of My Blood Is Confirmed
The announcement of Outlander: Blood of My Blood came early in 2023 when it was also announced that Outlander’s eighth season would conclude the narrative and end the show. This gives the crew plenty of time to continue working on Outlander: Blood of My Blood before the main show ends, crafting a story that’s just as entertaining as the original.
Outlander: Blood Of My Blood Cast
While all the details about Outlander: Blood of My Blood's cast have not been revealed, several major roles have already been filled. The two main couples have been cast, and it is now known that Harriet Slater and Jamie Roy will play younger versions of Jamie's parent Ellen and Brian, and Hermione Corfield and Jeremy Irvine will play Julie and Harry, Claire's future parents. No other cast members are known at this juncture, but it has been speculated that some actors could reprise their roles.
Outlander: Blood Of My Blood Showrunner
Matthew B. Roberts will be returning to the Outlander universe to write and executive produce the Outlander spinoff series after working on the original show for several years. Roberts clearly understands what made that project such a huge success and can hopefully bring that same magic to the Outlander prequel. He’s joined by Ronald D.
Moore and Maril Davies in the writers' room, while Roberts will be overseeing the series as showrunner. Diana Gabaldon will also be involved in Outlander: Blood of My Blood as a creative consultant.
What Will Happen In The Prequel?
The Outlander: Blood of My Blood story will primarily focus on the relationship between Brian and Ellen, with these characters likely serving as the show’s protagonists.The themes of the original series are likely to be explored in the spinoff, though Blood of My Blood will probably take a different approach to these ideas. It is also known that Claire's parents, Julie and Harry, are also involved in the story, suggesting a branched narrative across different periods.
The character of Jamie tells the story of his parents' marriage in the first season of Outlander, revealing that it was a forbidden romance that happened despite their families' objections. This is sure to be a major plot point in Outlander: Blood of My Blood, keeping tensions high between the characters from start to finish. Author Diana Gabaldon also teased some ideas that she’s woven into Brian and Ellen’s romance: “There will be a lot of clan politics and other interesting things” (via Parade).
