SETTING THE SCENE
SETTING THE SCENE
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
This prequel to the Outlander series focuses on the lives and courtship of the parents of Jamie Fraser: Brian Fraser and Ellen Mackenzie as well as Claire Beauchamp's parents, Henry Beauchamp and Julia Moriston.
THE STORY UNFOLDS
EPISODE 01At the Gathering, Brian Fraser and Ellen MacKenzie meet for the first time and are struck by their strong connection.
Aug 9, 2025
EPISODE 02While Henry fights in WWI and Julia works in the censorship office in London, their love story unfolds through the letters they write to each other.
Aug 9, 2025
EPISODE 03Ellen hatches a new plan to protect herself and her family. Julia is forced to make an impossible choice.
Aug 16, 2025
EPISODE 04Henry tackles a challenging assignment in his own way. Ellen learns some concerning information about the family into which she's expected to marry.
Aug 23, 2025
EPISODE 05Ellen and Brian attend Beltane. Henry struggles to hold onto his hope. Julia loses allies when secrets come out.
Aug 30, 2025
EPISODE 06Henry continues to look for Julia until a new discovery threatens to end his search.
Sep 6, 2025
EPISODE 07Lord Lovat goes to extreme lengths to fulfill a prophecy. Dougal attends a clandestine meeting that could spell political disaster for the MacKenzies.
Sep 13, 2025
EPISODE 08At the request of the Grants, Ellen undergoes a test to prove her worthiness to marry into the clan.
Sep 20, 2025
EPISODE 09All the Highland clans attend the Earl of Mar's annual hunting event at Braemar Castle, where the Earl makes an inflammatory proclamation.
Sep 27, 2025
EPISODE 10Ellen prepares for her wedding day, while Julia attempts her escape.
Oct 11, 2025