A Preview of Season 7 of ‘Outlander’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

Left to Right: Caitríona Balfe (“Claire Fraser”) and Sam Heughan (“Jamie Fraser”) in Season Seven of “Outlander”. Photo Courtesy of STARZ.

It is definitely safe to say, that the STARZ series, Outlander, is nothing short of a global phenomenon and it makes sense as to why. For not only did it bring Diana Gabaldon’s iconic book series to life in a respectful and proper manner, but it found a way to resonate with anyone that tunes in. Courtesy of great writing that truly immerses the viewer in this rich and romantic story, and via top-notch acting that allowed for the uninitiated to the series to fall in love with Jamie and Claire and become vested in their love affair, and well, the end result as they say is history. Since the show has enjoyed a long and fulfilling run on television, one that will allow for the series to end on its own terms before a spinoff arrives.
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But before we get to that point, one cannot forget that the series is only now entering its endgame and there is still more story to tell, and of course… its dedicated fan base is eager to see what is going to come out of that incredible cliffhanger that season six left us with, and the good news is… we don’t have to wait all that much longer to return to this universe and receive the answers we seek regarding what will become of Claire. For season seven of this storied saga makes its debut on STARZ this Friday, June 16, 2023, and well… we here at NTG thought it would be worthwhile to discuss some of what you can expect from season seven of this show, in a spoiler-free manner no less. Because some big things happen in season seven, the kind that we don’t want to ruin. But at the same time, the epic nature of season seven, is perhaps the first place to start. 

For this really is quite the epic season of storytelling, one that brings an important moment in history to the forefront of the story, which allows for that grand sense of adventure and awe that permeates this series to remain present and well… suffice to say, there are a bevy of big moments present within this season. The kind that will indeed surprise the viewer, and that of course, leads to an engaging watch for certain, one that keeps you on the edge of your seat and of course leaves you wanting as this series often does. But of course, there is more to be found in this season of storytelling beyond moments that glue your attention to the screen. For this is a year of storytelling that provides the viewer with everything they love about this franchise. 

In fact, one could say that is really what drives this season. That unbending and unyielding love between Jamie and Claire, and what it does for them and how it binds them. For that really is a big reason that so many of us tune in, and seeing that love in action again, and knowing that the world has put it to the test, are all the stakes we need to engage with this story. For it remains a story for the hopeless romantic in all of us and there are still more wonders to be found in this tale. Since all the little things we love about this show from a humanity perspective, are present here, and those also engage us and compel us to continue the journey, and of course… it doesn’t hurt that the gorgeous settings and romantic visual framing of history that the series is known for, is present here too.

If anything, season seven of this show, is a fine addition to the legacy of the series, and it… will likely serve as a wonderful way to help each and every one of us, begin to process that this is the beginning of the end and allow for us to resolve our emotions and our feelings about the fact that only one season will remain once this one comes a close. But that… as we work through our feels and start that grieving process that only a fan understands, we will indeed be deeply engaged in this season’s fantastic storytelling and all the incredible moments it is about to send our way, and truly… the countdown is on. For we are but days away from returning to this magnificent story and all the wonder and majesty it provides us with.

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