The upcoming Outlander prequel series has made a heartwarming Fathers Day announcement, enlisting some familiar faces from the original series in a unique twist.
The beloved sons of Outlander alums Stephen Walters and Grant O’Rourke are set to portray younger versions of their fathers’ characters. In a touching Instagram reveal, the actors announced that Marlow Walters will play young Angus Mhor, and Grant O’Rourke’s son will step into the role of young Rupert MacKenzie for the prequel titled Blood of My Blood.
Stephen Walters shared on Outlander’s official site: Get ready for the sweetest Father’s Day casting news ever. Young Rupert and Angus are coming to #BloodOfMyBlood, played by none other than @grantorourke and Stephen Walters’ actual sons! #Outlander.
This delightful bit of casting adds another layer of emotional connection for fans of the original series. The prequel will delve into the earlier lives of Jamie Fraser’s parents, set against the rugged backdrop of 18th-century Scottish Highlands.
The show also promises to explore the storylines of other familiar characters’ progenitors. Brian Fraser and Ellen MacKenzie, Jamie Fraser’s parents, will be portrayed by Jamie Roy and Harriet Slater respectively, while Claire Fraser’s World War I-era parents will be played by Jeremy Irvine and Hermione Corfield.
This prequel is set to broaden the saga’s world, depicting parallel love stories from different time periods. As described by Starz: The series will center on these two parallel love stories set in two different time periods, with Jamie’s parents in early 18th-century Scottish Highlands and Claire’s parents in WWI England.
While fans eagerly await this new development in the Outlander universe, Caitriona Balfe (Claire Fraser) has also been spotted with a new look during her hiatus from filming, teasing potential shifts in character dynamics. Moreover, Diana Gabaldon has praised Sam Heughan’s dedication to his role since auditions: I can’t confirm that the contracts are signed… but I can say that he auditioned – and I saw the tapes. He was and is totally MY top choice!
This expansion offers an exciting glimpse into past generations of beloved characters while introducing new faces operating within significant historical contexts. Together with existing star power like Sam Heughan (Jamie Fraser) and Caitriona Balfe (Claire Fraser), this announcement ensures that audiences old and new will stay engaged in these intersecting tales of love and survival.
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