The essential episodes of Outlander
Watch these 15 in order and you've got Outlander — each pick states its reason.
- 01
While on her second honeymoon, WWII combat nurse Claire Randall is mysteriously transported back to 1743 Scotland, where she is kidnapped by a group of Highlanders - and meets an injured young man named Jamie.
- 02
Claire and Jamie are thrown together in marriage, but as their emotional and physical relationship unfolds, deeper feelings arise. Claire is ultimately torn between two men in two very different times.
- 03
Flashing forward, Claire revisits the past and reveals to her daughter, Brianna, the truth. Back in the 18th century, the Battle of Culloden has arrived, and Jamie must do everything he can to save the ones he loves.
- 04
The Artemis finally reaches Jamaica bringing Jamie and Claire that much closer to their goal. During a lavish ball on the island, the Frasers encounter old allies, as well as former adversaries who threaten to derail their mission.
- 05
Jamie, Claire and Young Ian's attempt to rescue Roger from his Mohawk captors goes awry when a ghost from Claire's past lays waste to their plan. Brianna worries Claire, Jamie and Roger might not return.
- 06
The growing Regulator threat forces Jamie, Claire and Roger to embark on a mission to raise a militia.
- 07
Richard Brown and his Committee of Safety arrive to arrest Claire for murder. However, due to the rising political tensions in the colonies, Brown's plan to find a judge for a trial does not go as expected.
- 08
Claire makes a startling discovery about Roger and Brianna's newborn daughter. A familiar face returns to the Ridge with explosive consequences.
- 09
At Ticonderoga, Jamie and Claire prepare for an imminent British assault. Roger compiles information about time travel while Brianna earns the respect of her coworkers.
- 10
Jamie fights in the pivotal Second Battle of Saratoga. Roger and Brianna search for Jemmy.
- 11
Claire turns to John Grey for comfort as they process difficult news; Ian and Rachel discuss their love and their future; Brianna confronts an intruder at Lallybroch.
- 12
Written in My Own Heart's Blood
Claire is in danger as the American Revolution reaches the pivotal Battle of Monmouth. Lord John Grey and Ian race to save William. Brianna makes an important decision.
- 13
Denzell must perform a dangerous operation with the skills he's learned from Claire. William asks for help from an unexpected source in his mission to save Jane.
- 14
After discovering a devastating truth, Jamie takes Claire home to the Ridge, where a surprise awaits them.
- 15
And the World Was All Around Us
In the series finale, Jamie and Claire must protect the home that they've made for themselves and trust in the love that binds them.
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