From the moment Claire stepped through the stones in 2014, Outlander captured millions of hearts with an unforgettable love story that spanned centuries. More than 12 years later, the faces who brought Jamie, Claire, Murtagh, Geillis, and the rest of the beloved characters to life have changed in ways that may surprise even longtime fans. Some became award nominees, others found unexpected new roles, while the Outlander universe continues to grow with Blood of My Blood. See the original cast then and now—and discover the incredible journeys behind the stars who made the time-travel epic unforgettable.

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From the moment Claire stepped through the stones in 2014, Outlander captured millions of hearts with an unforgettable love story that spanned centuries. More than 12 years later, the faces who brought Jamie, Claire, Murtagh, Geillis, and the rest of the beloved characters to life have changed in ways that may surprise even longtime fans. Some became award nominees, others found unexpected new roles, while the Outlander universe continues to grow with Blood of My Blood. See the original cast then and now—and discover the incredible journeys behind the stars who made the time-travel epic unforgettable.

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“Outlander” cast: See the original stars of the time-hopping Starz epic, then and now

After 12 years and eight seasons of swoony sci-fi madness, has come to an end. That it managed to hold together at all is a miracle, given its inimitable blend of romance, time travel, fantasy, war, and historical drama.

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Based on Diana Gabaldon’s wildly popular book series, the Starz drama premiered in 2014. It’s since cultivated a rabid fandom with its story of Claire (Caitríona Balfe), an English nurse in 1945 who’s magically transported back in time to 1743.

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