Starz was very happy with the early reception of their new Outlander TV show so they gave it an early season two renewal. The cable channel has often given quick renewals but the series are then often cancelled after two seasons. Will Starz regret giving Outlander a second year order so soon? Would it have been cancelled if they had waited?
The Outlander series revolves around Claire Randall (Caitriona Balfe), a married combat nurse from 1945. She finds herself mysteriously thrown back in time, to 1743 Scotland, and forced to marry another man to save her life. A passionate affair is ignited. The rest of the cast includes Sam Heughan, Tobias Menzies, Graham McTavish, Gary Lewis, Annette Badland, Stephen Walters, Laura Donnelly, Lotte Verbeek, James Fleet, Duncan Lacroix, Roderick Gilkison, Simon Callow, Grant O’Rourke, Bill Paterson, and Simon Meacock.
The ratings are typically the best indication of a show’s chances of staying on the air. The higher the ratings, the better the chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available.
1/29 update: Have you heard that season two has been cancelled? Well, it hasn’t.
Final season averages: 0.26 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 1.04 million total viewers.
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What do you think? Do you like the Outlander TV show? Do you think it should have been renewed for a second season or cancelled instead?
My romantic side loves history, so, of course I was drawn in before it aired. I’m so pleased that this show is fairly clean and tasteful, as well so far. Who can find anything of this type without horrible language and debauchery. You’d have my gratitude and loyalty if it continues because I think there’s a larger audience out there, than one might think for some feel good material. And, shocker! My husband is watching with me, too! Suprise!
More than I could have imagined!! Casting was spot on! The scenery & photography awesome. I read the series several years ago and was addicted instantly! This series breathes author authenticity (comparable to Godfather series). Very compelling !
Love this show! LOVE it!
I have read the books as well and this is really, really well done! I hope this runs for years.
Great story. Wonderful casting, sets, costuming, props, music. Thankee fer stickin to the story. But i have to translate the thick accents for my family. My tv doesn’t have caption ability. I understand it might ruin the look but my family is quickly losing intrest… sure hope the DVD will have captions.
Cancel? Everyone I know is talking about it! We get together on Saturday nights and have Outlander parties. We can’t wait for the season to come out on DVD so as to watch more often.
starz has a level of cheapness to all of there shows and it shows in this one as well. this is why they are never nominated for emmies. Its like fast food tv, you like it initially but it gets stale and puke worthy as you consume it.
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I am not seeing a level of “cheapness”. Can you be specific? The wardrobe and sets look authentic to me.
I forgot to say. My girlfriend who never read the book watched the show because she saw the ads/trailer for it. She said she was sucked right in; loved the show. I had been curious how people who didn’t read the book would feel. I hope everyone feels like she does.
I was reluctant to watch the the show because I thought it wouldn’t meet my expectations. I’ve read the books for years and years…my all-time favorite book(s) ever. I think the casting is pretty darn perfect. The sets and costumes and music are spot on. I watch the show at least twice during the week. My husband is also watching and enjoying it. I’m thrilled with the production and I hope the second and third books are next.
This is an excellent show. I see many seasons for Outlander fans. From the casting, writing, sets to delivery by characters, this show has incredible depth.
I have to dvr since I am not available to watch while it airs on tv. SO THANKFUL AND GRATEFUL FOR DVR.
Really? Why talk about canceling a new show… Starz would be out of their mind to chuck such a great show. The cast fits the characters in the book… the scenery and settings are perfect. My only complaint is there are no subtitles for the gaelic.
I love this series so much that I watch each episode three or four times before the next episode is aired. Give it a chance to stand on its own… unless the director and producers do something really stupid, this show should have a 9 or 10 season run!
Wonderful job! Thank you! I’m looking forward to years of episodes!
Will a music compilation come out on cd? The music is beautiful!
We ordered Starz just to see this series! Will continue with it as long as the air! Not disappointed! Watch each episode several times!
I have read the boks and was surprised to see the story on HBO. Looking forward to more.
It’s on Starz, not HBO
I absolutely love the series. It is staying very true to the books and the casting is perfect. I am so happy that the actors fit so well and are not plastic Hollywood people.
I absolutely love the series so far. I have been reading the books for over 20 years and was so excited when I heard they were finally going to be made into a mini series. The characters are just as I imagined them, everything about the series so far is wonderful. I have even got my husband watching. I can’t wait for the next episode every week!!
Hope we have nine more seasons to look forward too.