Introduction to Outlander: Blood of My Blood
The highly anticipated “Outlander” prequel series, “Outlander: Blood of My Blood,” premieres today, and fans can catch the drama without paying full price, thanks to a few limited-time streaming deals. Ahead of the final season of “Outlander” landing on Starz in 2026, viewers will get a chance to learn more about the epic love stories that led to Jamie Fraser and Claire Beauchamp’s own epic love story.
What to Know About Outlander: Blood of My Blood
‘Outlander: Blood of My Blood’ will follow Jamie’s parents, Ellen MacKenzie and Brian Fraser, as they come together in 18th-century Scotland and show viewers how Claire’s parents, Julia Moriston and Henry Beauchamp, fell in love during World War I.
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When to Watch Outlander: Blood of My Blood
Premiere and Streaming Details
- When: Aug. 8, 8 p.m. ET (weekly on Fridays at 8 p.m. ET after)
- Streaming: STARZ via Prime Video or the STARZ website
Episode Release Schedule
New episodes become available to stream at midnight on Fridays, ahead of a linear premiere on the Starz channel at 8 p.m. ET on Friday nights. The series will consist of ten episodes, released weekly. Here is the full season release schedule:
- Episode 1: “Providence” – Friday, Aug. 8
- Episode 2: “S.W.A.K (Sealed with a Kiss)” – Friday, Aug. 8
- Episode 3: “School of the Moon” – Friday, Aug. 15
- Episode 4: “A Soldier’s Heart” – Friday, Aug. 22
- Episode 5: “Needfire” – Friday, Aug. 29
- Episode 6: “Birthright” – Friday, Sept. 5
- Episode 7: “Lucero Non Uro” – Friday, Sept. 12
- Episode 8: “A Virtuous Woman” – Friday, Sept. 19
- Episode 9: “Braemar” – Friday, Sept. 26
- Episode 10: “Something Borrowed” – Friday, Oct. 10
How to Watch for Free
If you don’t have cable, you’ll need a STARZ subscription to watch “Outlander: Blood of My Blood.” One option is adding STARZ through Prime Video Add-Ons, where it’s just $3.99/month for three months, and you can cancel anytime. To subscribe directly on Starz, you’ll save 55% over three months ($4.99/month) or save $40 when you prepay for an entire year ($29.99 instead of $69.99) when you use the “claim special offer” button on the Starz homepage.
Cast Guide
Stars from “Belgravia,” “War Horse,” “Mary & George” and more headline the cast of “Outlander: Blood of My Blood.” The cast includes:
- Harriet Slater as Ellen MacKenzie, Jamie Fraser’s mother
- Jamie Roy as Brian Fraser, Jamie’s father
- Hermione Corfield as Julia Moriston, Claire Fraser’s mother
- Jeremy Irvine as Henry Beauchamp, Claire’s father
- Tony Curran as Lord Lovat, Jamie’s grandfather
- Rory Alexander as Murtagh Fitzgibbons Fraser
- Sam Retford as Dougal MacKenzie
- Séamus McLean Ross as Colum MacKenzie
- Conor MacNeill as Ned Gowan
- Brian McCardie as Isaac Grant
- Jhon Lumsden as Malcolm Grant
- Sara Vickers as Davina Porter, a housekeeper for the Lovats and Brian Fraser’s mother
- Peter Mullan as Red Jacob MacKenzie, Laird
- Sally Messham as Mrs Fitz
- Terence Rae as Arch Bug
- Ailsa Davidson as Janet MacKenzie
- Sadhbh Malin as Jocasta MacKenzie
- Annabelle Dowler as Lizbeth
- Harry Eaton as Private Charlton, Henry Beauchamp’s fellow soldier and friend
Trailer and Renewal
The trailer for “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” is available to watch. In June 2025, STARZ officially renewed “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” for Season 2 and announced that production on the new episodes is officially underway in Scotland.
Conclusion
“Outlander: Blood of My Blood” offers a compelling prequel story to the original “Outlander” series, exploring the love stories of Jamie and Claire’s parents. With its engaging storyline, talented cast, and convenient streaming options, this series is a must-watch for fans of historical drama and romance.
FAQs
- Q: When does “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” premiere?
- A: The series premieres on August 8, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET.
- Q: How can I watch “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” for free?
- A: You can watch it for free by taking advantage of limited-time streaming deals, such as adding STARZ through Prime Video Add-Ons.
- Q: Is “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” renewed for Season 2?
- A: Yes, STARZ officially renewed the series for Season 2 in June 2025, with production underway in Scotland.
- Q: What is the episode release schedule for “Outlander: Blood of My Blood”?
- A: New episodes are released weekly on Fridays, with the first episode premiering on August 8, 2025, and the subsequent episodes following on Fridays at 8 p.m. ET.
