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Daily Record
14 hours ago
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Outlander: Blood of My Blood stars admits cast member 'couldn't stop laughing' during pivotal scene
Stars of the upcoming Outlander prequel have opened up about what it was really like working on the Starz drama's first-ever spin-off Cast members of the eagerly awaited Outlander prequel series, Outlander: Blood of My Blood, have been sharing amusing behind-the-scenes anecdotes. As the first spin-off of the highly popular Starz drama, it is set to unveil the beginnings of Claire (portrayed by Caitriona Balfe) and Jamie Fraser's (played by Sam Heughan) parents in August. Taking on the esteemed roles are Harriet Slater and Jamie Roy as Jamie's ancestors living in 18th Century Scotland, while Hermione Corfield and Jeremy Irvine play Claire's parents during WWI. In anticipation of the show's release, the cast has shared their experiences of recreating epic love stories set in the past. However, Jamie Roy, who stars as Brian Fraser, confessed that one of their co-stars possesses an undeniable sense of humour that threw off their concentration on set, reports the Scottish Daily Express. In an Outlander Instagram video, Roy reminisced: "Rory [Alexander), who plays Murtagh, got the giggles. "And it just spread through everybody like an infectious disease and everybody couldn't stop laughing." Murtagh, a notable figure from the original Outlander series, had been initially played by Duncan Lacroix. Spread across two time periods, this new prequel will revisit younger iterations of cherished characters including Murtagh and Jamie's uncle, Dougal MacKenzie, with Sam Retford taking over from the much-loved Graham McTavish. "But we had to keep on going," Roy explained. "So, when the camera wasn't on us and it was just on Harriet, all of our faces were having to, you know... "We're looking anywhere other than her eyes. Because we would just burst out laughing." It emerged during the subsequent questions that the cast enjoyed considerable downtime during which they engaged in watching a markedly different series also rooted in Scotland. Quizzed about which reality TV competition their characters might triumph in, Julia Moriston's actress Corfield instantly responded: "Traitors." To that, Irvine, who portrays Henry Beauchamp, recollected: "We did a lot of Traitors on set, didn't we?" With the premiere of Blood of My Blood less than two months away, excitement is burgeoning amongst fans at the seamless rapport evident within the new ensemble. "I'm hoping that some of those giggles are going to be on a blooper reel or something, because I would pay to see that!" remarked one eager viewer. Another enthusiast offered: "You don't have to keep convincing me this cast is a worthy successor to the original Outlander cast. I got it. They are amazing!" A third admirer posted: "Already OBSESSED with this cast!! Also, THANK YOU casting gods!" Do remember to pencil into your diary the highly anticipated debut of the pioneering spin-off series from Outlander arriving imminently. Outlander: Blood of My Blood premieres Friday, 8th August on Starz. Outlander is available to stream on MGM+ via Prime Video.
Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
Outlander: A Few Verra Good Reasons to Give Lord John His Own Spinoff Series
Warning: This post contains spoilers for the verse, including but not limited to events that happen in the books and the Lord John novels/novellas. Proceed with caution, aye? In the midst of another Droughtlander, how do Fraser aficionados entertain ourselves? We revisit the idea of spinoff TV series centered on David Berry's Lord John Grey. More from TVLine Prime Video Launches Hallmark+/Starz Streaming Bundle - Here's How to Sign Up Mariska Hargitay Thinks Benson and Stabler Should Get Together in SVU's Last Episode - Respectfully? Nope. Outlander: Blood of My Blood Renewed for Season 2 Ahead of Series Premiere Here's a short primer for those unfamiliar with author Diana Gabaldon and her work: Lord John is a British military man who was the governor of Ardsmuir Prison, where Jamie was an inmate in Season 3. The two struck up an improbable friendship in spite of the fact that Grey is a gay man with feelings for the Scot, who doesna feel the same. Since then, John has become one of Jamie's closest friends and even agreed to raise Jamie's illegitimate son, William. (Long story.) At the current point in Starz series' adaptation of the novels, Lord John and Jamie are on the outs after Jamie beat him up for sleeping with Jamie's wife, Claire. (Much, much longer story — find out more about it here.) Lord John also is the central character of his own line of novels and novellas, which are set in the same universe as Outlander both before and after John meets the Frasers. Outlander's Final Season: Everything We Know So Far View List Yes, Starz already has an Outlander spinoff — the prequel Outlander: Blood of My Blood, which tells the story of Jamie and Claire's parents — coming in August. But all of this means that there's ample source material for another TV show, starring Berry and chronicling Grey's exploits in London and beyond. The actor himself told our sister site Deadline that such a series had been in the works at one point, but 'ultimately, at the time, it was decided that that wasn't the right fit, or wasn't the right thing for them. I was prepared to do it, and I'm still prepared to do it.' The more we think of it, the more we need this series to come to fruition: Lord John's story is dramatic, intriguing and inherently sexy (at one point, he says to Jamie, 'I tell you, sir — were I to take you to my bed — I could make you scream. And by God, I would do it.' TRY TO TELL US YOU'RE NOT INTERESTED NOW). Plus, there are plenty of opportunity for familiar faces — a certain redhead, perhaps? — to make an appearance or two. Scroll down to see all of our verra good reasons for Starz to greenlight a Lord John spinoff, then hit the comments with rationale of your own! While Outlander is historical fiction with a splash of time-travel, Diana Gabaldon's Lord John stories wrap historical fiction around mysteries. A potential spinoff television adaptation could be Sherlock-style fun, with a compelling leading man using his sleuthing skills to solve the problems (and often murders) at hand. Lord John is a closeted gay man in both the Outlander series and his own string of stories, but that in no way means he lives like a monk. A standalone series could explore his rather varied tastes in romantic partners… … including Hanoverian Capt. Stephan Von Namtzen (whom we've dream cast here with TURN: Washington's Spies' Ian Kahn… … or maybe even Sleepy Hollow alum Neil Jackson)… … and indigenous guide-with-benefits Manoke (whom we wouldn't mind seeing Dark Winds' Kiowa Gordon play). Those familiar with Gabaldon's Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade and The Scottish Prisoner know that John has more run-ins with Jamie during his years as a prisoner than the Starz series has depicted. These range in tone (that scene in the stable, woah) and circumstance (trip to Ireland, anyone?) and offer a fuller picture of the two men's path to hard-won friendship… … which is a verra good reason for Outlander's Sam Heughan to make a guest appearance or two, aye? Speaking of characters who appear in both of Gabaldon's fiction streams, a Lord John spinoff would give us more time with the deliciously wicked Geillis Duncan, with whom Grey has a very interesting conversation in Lord John and the Plague of Zombies. Meanwhile, Percy Wainwright — the mysterious man whom the Starz series introduced in Season 7 — makes his debut in a Lord John novella and later shows up in the Outlander novels; he'd be another easy crossover character. Would watch a Lord John spinoff? Hit the comments and let us know why or why not! Best of TVLine 20+ Age-Defying Parent-Child Castings From Blue Bloods, ER, Ginny & Georgia, Golden Girls, Supernatural and More Young Sheldon Easter Eggs: Every Nod to The Big Bang Theory (and Every Future Reveal) Across 7 Seasons Weirdest TV Crossovers: Always Sunny Meets Abbott, Family Guy vs. Simpsons, Nine-Nine Recruits New Girl and More
Daily Record
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Outlander: Blood of My Blood season two announced ahead of launch
Outlander fans were treated to an unexpected announcement regarding the prequel Outlander: Blood of My Blood. Outlander fans are absolutely over the moon after the network Starz dropped the unexpected announcement. The broadcaster is going all in the Outlander universe, renewing Outlander: Blood Of My Blood for a second season, even before the first season has aired a single episode. In a statement, Blood of My Blood's showrunner and executive producer Matthew B. Roberts said: "The passion and talent our cast and crew have poured into Outlander: Blood of my Blood has been extraordinary and we're thrilled to continue these epic love stories in season two." "Just as audiences fell in love with Jamie and Claire, we hope viewers will be enamoured by these new couples when they meet them this summer," he continued. And much to the excitement of fans the production for season two of Outlander: Blood Of My Blood, is already in production. Kicking off earlier this week in the Scottish Highlands, in the exact same location Outlander was filmed over the last decade. The prequel follows the romance between Ellen MacKenzie and Brain Fraser, parents of Sam Heughan's beloved character Jamie Fraser. As well as exploring the connection between Julia Moriston and Henry Beauchamp, the parents to Caitríona Balfe's character Claire Fraser. The story is set in the battlefields of World War I and the rugged Highlands of 18th century Scotland. The two couples face challenges that try to tear them apart, intersecting them in surprising and unforeseen ways. The first season of Outlander: Blood of My Blood will premiere on August 8, with new episodes available to stream weekly on Fridays via Starz on Amazon Prime Video. The news of a second season came as a surprise to Outlander fans, as Outlander: Blood of My Blood was expected to be a limited series, with only ten episodes. Amid the news of season two, the official Outlander Instagram shared a series of unexpected snaps of the cast, alongside the caption: "We've only just begun: #BloodOfMyBlood has started production on Season 2!" The first picture featured an exciting image of the four main characters, who will be played by Jeremy Irvine, Harriet Slater, Hermione Corfield and Jamie Roy as they smiled at the camera in a group selfie. Fans were quick to share their excitement in the comments, with one fan writing: "What amazing news! I'm already counting down to BOMB's premiere - and Season 2 is already underway?! So exciting!" As another jokingly stated: "Season 1 isn't even out yet but season 2 is already starting. Oh yeah, I've got a good feeling about the trauma to come." While a third voice their congratulations, saying: "OMG!!! I'm not even surprised because we know this show is going to be that GOOD. Congrats to everyone," alongside fire and clapping emojis. However, a fan was quick to question, when season eight of Outlander was coming out, writing: "Love thaaaat but we also need season 8 date???" As of right now it is unclear when Outlander will be airing its eighth and final season.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Bet Renewed for Season 2 at Netflix
Netflix is betting you want to see more of Bet. The streamer has renewed the teen drama for a second season, TVLine has learned. Bet, which debuted on Netflix last month, spent three straight weeks on the streamer's global Top 10 English-language shows after its release. More from TVLine Netflix's Building the Band, Featuring the Late Liam Payne, Is The Voice Meets Love Is Blind - Watch Trailer Outlander: Blood of My Blood Renewed for Season 2 Ahead of Series Premiere MobLand Renewed for Season 2 at Paramount+ Based on the Japanese manga Kakegurui, Bet stars Miku Martineau (Star Trek: Section 31) as teen gambler Yumeko, who transfers to elite boarding school St. Dominic's, where underground gambling decides who gets to climb the social ladder. 'Her gambling prowess puts her in the crosshairs of the powerful Student Council, while her secret quest for revenge threatens to upend the school's status quo entirely,' per the official description. The cast also includes Ayo Solanke as Ryan, Eve Edwards (The Good Doctor) as Mary, Clara Alexandrova (A Million Little Things) as Kira, Hunter Cardinal as Michael, Anwen O'Driscoll (Burden of Truth) as Riri, Aviva Mongillo (Workin' Moms) as Dori, Laura Afelskie (Painkiller) as Runa, Dorian Giordano (Avatar: The Last Airbender) as Chad, Emma Elle Paterson as Blake and Ryan Sutherland as Suki. 'I'm extremely happy for our amazing Bet fans from all over the world, who get to enjoy another season, and for this incredible cast and crew to return to St. Dominic's for more gambling and general madness,' director and showrunner Simon Barry said in a statement. Ready to go all in on a new season of ? Hit the comments to share your thoughts on the renewal news. Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Outlander' prequel ‘Blood of My Blood' steps in early Season 2 renewal—know more
The newly independent streaming outlet has ordered a second season of Outlander : Blood of My Blood, a prequel to its long-running drama. The renewal for the series comes about six weeks before Blood of My Blood's August 8 series premiere; production on season two began Monday. The cast Blood of My Blood, which is ordered in cooperation with the final season of Outlander in early 2023, is a prequel in both of its fictional worlds. It follows the parents of the main series lead characters, Jamie Fraser, played by Sam Heughan, and Claire Randall/Fraser, played by Caitríona Balfe. Ellen MacKenzie, done by Harriet Slater, and Brian Fraser, portrayed by Jamie Roy, will become Jamie's parents in 18th-century Scotland, while in World War I-era Britain, Julia Moriston, who is Hermione Corfield, and Henry Beauchamp, who will be delivered by Jeremy Irvine, are destined to be Claire's mother and father. Blood of My Blood also stars Tony Curran, Rory Alexander, Séamus McLean Ross, Sam Retford, and Conor MacNeill. Roberts executive produces with Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, and Jim Kohlberg. Statements by the showrunner and EP As per the reports of 'The Hollywood Reporter,' showrunner and executive producer Matthew B. Roberts said, 'The passion and talent our cast and crew have poured into Outlander: Blood of My Blood has been extraordinary, and we're thrilled to continue these epic love stories in season two,' in a statement. Further adding, 'Just as audiences fell in love with Jamie and Claire, we hope viewers will be enamoured by these new couples when they meet them this summer.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 모공 줄이려면, 레이저말고 이렇게 해보세요 미그닥 Undo Said the programming chief Kathryn Busby, 'The world of Outlander has captivated audiences with its sweeping storytelling and unforgettable characters. With Blood of My Blood, we've expanded the universe in a way that honors the original, while charting bold new territory. Fans — longtime and new — will be drawn to the powerful love stories at the heart of this next chapter, and we're proud to continue building on the franchise's legacy with Matt and our longtime-partners at Sony who have worked tirelessly to make Outlander the global phenomenon it has become.'
