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Claire Beauchamp Randall, a nurse in World War II, is mysteriously transported back in time to Scotland in 1743. There, she meets an extraordinary Highland warrior and is drawn into an epic rebellion. Moore (the TV series’ developer), his team decided to keep the Gaelic words instead of translating them into English. This kept the narrative in the first person, showing Claire’s inability to understand Gaelic. This idea was suggested by producer David Brown, who said he saw something similar in Skin Deep (1998), an alternative foreign film starring actor and singer Gustavo Goulart.
In several episodes, characters say “OK”
; An American term that did not come into use until the 19th century. The opening song changes from season to season to reflect what is happening in the story. In the first half of season 2 (which takes place in France), some of the lyrics are in French. In the second half of season 2 (which is mainly about preparing for war), a militaristic drum roll is added to the opening theme song. During season 3, tribal drums are added, as much of the season is set in the West Indies.
Featured in Outlander: An Epic Adaptation (2015)
In season 4, bluegrass fiddles and banjos are added, plus some of the lyrics are sung with a Southern accent, as the season is mostly set in America. The Skye Boat Song (uncredited) Traditional Scottish air with lyrics by Sir Harold Boulton New lyrics by Robert Louis Stevenson. For the past 23 years, Outlander has been a presence in my life. I have read it countless times, in fact I re-read it just yesterday. I am proud and humbled to be one of the original seven ladies of Lallybroch, associated with one of the first global groups dedicated to Diana Gabaldon and The Books.
Now, it is here
For decades, the idea of a film version of the books has teased and taunted us, flirting with our imaginations and hopes. And here it is. Every detail is brilliant – the script, the costumes, the sets and, yes, the actors. The series is a visual companion to the Books, and a good companion it is. It is also an adaptation, not a literal recitation.
Caitriona Balfe truly IS Claire, while Sam Heughan IS Jamie
Fidelity to our beloved characters and story is ensured by Diana’s continued involvement in the creative process. She fiercely protects her story and, in the process, her fans – who are both legion and legendary. A cup to Ron Moore, Maril Davis and the entire crew (Terry for the amazing costumes) for giving us our Outlander…