Although the Outlander TV show dropped in the 18-49 year old viewer demographic in season two, the total audience actually grew by nearly five percent. Because premium cable networks rely on paid subscribers — rather than ad revenue — audience growth is more important than a show’s demo numbers. Starz was quick to respond to that growth and renewed Outlander through its fourth season, back in June of 2016. Can it build on its success? Will Outlander be cancelled or renewed for more seasons on Starz? Stay tuned.
A time travel drama, Outlander, stars Caitriona Balfe as Claire Randall and Sam Heughan as Jamie Fraser. The Starz cast also includes Tobias Menzies, Duncan Lacroix, Lotte Verbeek, Laura Donnelly, Steven Cree, Grant O’Rourke, Richard Rankin, and Sophie Skelton.
Outlander, season three, is based on the third novel in Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander book series, Voyager. It picks up right after Claire (Balfe) leaves Jamie (Heughan) behind in the 18th century, and travels through the stones, back to her life in 1948. Now expecting Jamie’s baby, Claire must deal with her first husband, Frank (Menzies) and his reaction to her disappearance and return. Meanwhile, back in time, Jamie struggles with the aftermath of his doomed last stand at the Battle of Culloden, as well as the loss his soul mate. **Status update below.
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For comparisons: The second season of Outlander averaged a 0.22 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 1.088 million viewers.
What do you think? Do you like the Outlander TV show? Should this Starz TV series be cancelled or renewed beyond season four?
** 5/9/2018 status update: Starz has renewed Outlander for season five and season six. Season four will debut on a date TBD in November 2018. Details here.
Obsessed with this show. Please don’t cancel ever. Still waiting for hbo Nordic and Netflix to show season 4 in Scandinavia. Are these viewers included in the numbers for starz when they consider renewing?
Wonderful series. It’s the only reason I subscribe to Stars. As long as the actors want to keep filming, please don’t cancel it.
This is the ONLY reason I subscribe to STARZ. Outlander is quality programming.
It should be renewed for as long as Diana writes the books. I have read all the books to date and the writing is superb. She paints such a wonderful picture of life before and in the colonies. The acting is so good I don’t know why they haven’t received more recognition. They make it come to life and feel so real. I wouldn’t bother with Starz if it wasn’t for the series I will be the best they ever produce……
I am another person who only subscribes to Starz for the Outlander Series. It should be continued for seasons 5, 6, 7, and on and on and on!
Outlander is a fabulous series, I’ve read the books and am in awe at the detail in the series. Fine actors portraying amazing characters. I laugh, cry, get angry at injustices. Please more seasons, finish the book
Outlander Should be continued! Starz is my favorite pay cable service. There have been a number of great series I have watched: Torchwood Miracle Day, Outlander, Pillars of the Earth, The White Queen, The White Princess, Camelot have been some of the best TV programs I have seen in the last 10 years! This is how TV in the US should be!
It should be renewed. It is simply amazing. It has a big following.
Please cancel it. Without Jack Randall there´s no decent villain from now on. They should let this die with some dignity while they can
One of the best TV shows ever! I am totally obsessed with Outlander and love the books as well. Sam Heughan is Jamie Fraser. The chemistry between the two main characters is incredible to watch. I’ll take Outlander any day over Game of Thrones.
This is the best series we have seen in a long time. Granted, if you have read the books all is well. The series jumps quickly however the the plot and meanings are there. The chemistry is obvious in this show, the acting and music is fantastic and for once, something worth watching enabling an escape to a time of romance and adventure. I hope STRAZ realizes what they have done and decide not to jump over a dollar to pick up a penny. Keep this going all the way; it will become the best series ever! Plus – Sam… Read more »
Please don’t cancel season 5, I love Outlander and will be so disappointed if it ends at season 4.
I hope and pray it continues on for a long time. I watch the show numerous times.
Renew pleeeease! It’s high quality drama and so different from anything else on TV.
Oh you have to be kidding ! The only reason I have Starz ! It us one of the best shows. Can’t wait til
Next season. I’ll wAtch as long as it is on!!!! We need at least 6. -8 seasons.
It is the only reason we have starz. I will not waste my money on them if i no longer have my Outlander to watch on it!