The highly anticipated Outlander prequel, Blood of My Blood, dives deep into the origins of two iconic love stories: that of Jamie Fraser’s parents, Ellen MacKenzie and Brian Fraser, in 18th-century Scotland, and Claire Beauchamp’s parents, Julia Moriston and Henry Beauchamp, against the backdrop of World War I. As passion, rebellion, and fate intertwine, the series promises to give fans both the sweeping romance and high-stakes drama they’ve come to love.
The Knockturnal sat down with the cast and creators of Outlander: Blood of My Blood to discuss how they brought these legendary figures to life. Harriet Slater and Jamie Roy (Ellen and Brian) reveal how they honored the Fraser legacy while crafting a fresh and emotionally raw love story. Did they study Sam Heughan’s performance as Jamie to capture his DNA? And how did they weave in subtle mannerisms or traits that fans might recognize in their beloved Highland warrior?
Hermione Corfield and Jeremy Irvine (Julia and Henry) share how they built an intimate connection through letters, longing, and hope… even when not always on screen together. How did Jeremy approach Henry’s transformation from existential doubt to daring hope? And what timeless lessons about resilience does their story leave us with?
Showrunner Matthew B. Roberts and executive producer Maril Davis also join the conversation, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the casting process and how they balanced romance with political upheaval, war trauma, and forbidden love. Did they ever fear the scrutiny of Outlander’s famously detail-oriented fanbase?
With fresh faces, new love stories, and a rich historical canvas, Blood of My Blood is both a love letter to Jamie and Claire’s legacy and a bold new chapter for the franchise.
Whether you’re a die-hard Outlander fan or new to his universe, Blood of my Blood is one series you won’t want to miss. Outlander: Blood of My Blood airs Fridays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on the Starz channel. Subscribe now!
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