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World War II nurse Claire Beauchamp Randall is mysteriously transported back in time to Scotland in 1743. There, she meets a dashing Highland warrior and is drawn into an epic rebellion. Moore (the series’ creator), his team decided to keep the Gaelic words rather than translate them into English. This preserved the first-person narrative, while showing Claire’s inability to understand Gaelic. The idea was suggested by producer David Brown, who said he had seen something similar in the film Skin Deep (1998), a foreign alternative film starring actor and singer Gustavo Goulart.
In some episodes, the characters say “Okay”
; An American term that was only used in the 19th century. The opening theme song changes from season to season to reflect what is happening in the plot. In the first half of season 2 (which is set in France), some of the lyrics are in French. In the latter half of season 2 (which is mostly about preparing for war), the opening theme song is accompanied by a militaristic drum roll. In season 3, tribal drums are added, as much of the season takes place in the West Indies.
Featured in Outlander: An Epic Adaptation (2015)
In season 4, bluegrass fiddle and banjo are added, and some of the lyrics are sung in a Southern accent, as the season takes place mostly in America. The Skye Boat Song (uncredited) Traditional Scottish air with lyrics by Sir Harold Boulton New lyrics by Robert Louis Stevenson. Outlander has been a part of my life for the past 23 years. I have read it countless times, in fact I only started it 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’s here
For decades, the idea of a cinematic version of The Books has teased and teased us, flirting with our imaginations and expectations. 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 happy companion it is. It’s also an adaptation, not a literal recitation.
Caitriona Balfe truly IS Claire, just as Sam Hagan IS Jamie
The fidelity to our beloved characters and story is ensured by Diana’s continued involvement in the creative process. She fiercely protects her story and, by extension, her fans, who are both legion and legend. Hats off to Ron Moore, Meryl Davis and the entire team (Terry for the wonderful costumes) for our Outlander…