It’s easy to see why “Outlander” has developed such a devoted fanbase.
In the series, Claire is portrayed by the Irish actor Caitriona Balfe.
However, until “Outlander,” the actor had a slow start in the industry.
Before her acting career took off, she worked mainly as a model in the early 2000s.
“Modelling does two things,” she toldThe Guardian.
“It gives you a really, really tough exterior and then a really broken interior.”
She made the slow transition into acting.
When she finally landed “Outlander,” it was a dream come true.
“I had done a few jobs, nothing of note really,” she said.
Of course, since then, everything has changed.
It’s safe to say that “Outlander” changed everything for Balfe.
In 2023, he starred oppositePriyanka Chopra Jonasin the rom-com “Love Again.”
“It was because we were in the Arctic Circle, doing this strange little movie.
After finding fame on the show, his career took off.
“It’s opened a lot of doors.
There’s always levels,” he said.
“I’ve become a bit more commercial, I guess.”
However, despite his huge success on screen, Heughan has other interests, too.
In fact, he’s also written a number of books.
He has also written a memoir entitled “Waypoints: My Scottish Journey.”
If it were possible, we’d say that Heughan is even dreamier in real-life than he is on-screen.
Even though she loved acting, she didn’t initially plan on pursuing the performing arts professionally.
It seems she chose the right path.
Originally from the 1960s timeline, Roger ends up traveling back in time.
That’s the idea,” he said of his work at aphotography show.
“I’ve been very fortunate to be able to do that,” he said.
He then went on to play Sgt.
For Lacroix, saying goodbye wasn’t easy.
“I had spent years working on it, and I felt really sad for Murtagh as well.”
Like his co-star Duncan LaCroix, McTavish is no stranger to playing war heroes in period dramas.
Most of his roles so far have been a little less than savory.
Apparently, McTavish attributes his casting bang out to his looks.
These days, McTavish is fairly well-known thanks to his many high-profile roles.
But he’s still getting used to fame.
“Well, it’s very odd.
“You’ve gone through the whole gamut.”
Here’s hoping we get to see McTavish in more period dramas in the years to come.
He first appeared in the show in 2017.
This was the first time Bell, who is gay, had a chance to play a gay character.
Instead of training at a drama school, Lyle went straight into work.
And it’s a good thing she did.
Soon enough, she was playing Marsali.
Since finding fame as Marsali, Lyle has landed a few other big roles.
In 2022, she even starred as the titular character in the detective show “Karen Pirie.”
“I’ve never done that before.”
Menzies is no stranger to British period drama TV shows.
In fact, chances are, you’ve seen him in full historic costume before.
More recently, however, Menzies has moved into more contemporary projects.
“A lot of the roles I’m known for feel very period and often feel quite alpha male.
Characters who come in and drive scenes.
Don felt like a really good change of pace from that.”
As O’Ryan explained toSurvived the Shows, she first became interested in acting after joining a youth theater group.
Luckily, her parents supported her.
After graduating from school, O’Ryan went to drama school in Oldham.
Then, she tried to enter the industry.
At first, it wasn’t easy.
However, after a few failed auditions, she finally got the “Outlander” audition.
“With ‘Outlander,’ it was the first audition I just let myself enjoy it.
I didn’t worry or over think it,” she recalled.
“In other auditions my nerves got in the way.”
Clearly, her approach worked.
We can’t wait to see what this young actor does after “Outlander” comes to an end.
However, despite his success, it was “Outlander” that really put the actor on the map.
Since landing the role of Ian, Cree’s career has well and truly taken off.
As Cree toldSheKnows, appearing in “Outlander” was life changing in a number of ways.
Not only did it serve as a big break, it also introduced him to an on-set family.
Her obsession with Jamie soon caused problems for Claire.
In 2022, she also starred in “Texas Chainsaw Massacre.”
For Hudson, each of her big roles has been a huge thrill.
“It is this golden drug almost,” she toldFabricmagazine of the feeling of landing a big role.
“It is the highest you could feel, ever.
It is just incredible.
Can I even play this character?'”
Although we first meet Geillis in the 1740s, Claire eventually discovers that Geillis is also from the future.
Originally from the Netherlands, Verbeek has been acting in English-speaking film and TV for years.
It’s easy to see why fans of “Outlander” tend to love Verbeek’s performance as Geillis.
For one thing, she dove into the complex character headfirst.
And she was like, ‘Hells yeah!’
She actually texted me the moment she got here, ‘I’m ready for my bloodbath!’
Best text ever.”
“It’s so much fun to play.
I finally get to blow the lid off!”
And we loved every minute of it!
He also keeps busy with plenty of stage work.
O’Rourke grew up on the Scottish Borders with a love of acting.
And looking back now, realising that’s obviously what I’ve had in me the whole time."
Played by David Berry, John Grey is a soldier from the 1700s who falls in love with Jamie.
In fact, Berry is hoping that the producers might eventually make a spin-off series about John Grey.
“I think the character is a great character… “The source material is really strong.
You may also recognize Speleers from some of his other TV roles.
From 2012 to 2014, he played Jimmy, a conniving footman, on “Downton Abbey.
Even though his character in “Outlander” wasn’t exactly a good guy, Speleers loved playing him.
In fact, when his character was killed, he was a little disappointed.
“I didn’t want it to stop, but it had too,” he toldEntertainment Weekly.
He almost goes through a big bit of therapy I suppose, as well as getting his comeuppance.”
Most notably, Donnelly played Amalia in HBO’s “The Nevers” from 2021 to 2022.
Nevertheless, her role in “Outlander” has always held a special place for Doyle Kennedy.
As the actor explained toE!
Insider, the character shows just how hard things were for women at the time.
The role also presented Doyle Kennedy with a new challenge to play someone who has no sight.
She went on to explain that this transformed how she responded to the other actors.
“It was extraordinarily isolating,” she said.
Downie joined the cast from 2018 to 2020.
You might also recognize him as Montgomery Clyde, the explorer, in “Paddington.”
Who knows maybe we’ll see them reunite on screen one day soon!
However, long before playing Colum, Lewis found fame as the father in “Billy Elliot.”
For Lewis, “Outlander” was an interesting experience.
There are fans all over the world,” he toldThe Herald.
She is also known for appearing in shows like “Les Miserables” and “The Mallorca Files.”
However, her main claim to fame is her stage work.
For Simpson, there is nothing like working on a Shakespeare play.
Raymond owned an apothecary where Claire bought items to help her heal others.
He soon became a fan favorite, and fans were pleased to see his return in Season 7.
Pinon is a French actor who has been in some very prominent movies over the course of his career.
Gower certainly made his mark on the show, but it’s not his only popular series.
He also appeared in three episodes of the hit Netflix series, “You.”
Besides his incredible acting talent, Gower is a musician.
He is one-half of the band Gustaffson alongside a longtime friend.
The pair released an album, “Black & White Movie,” in 2024.
“Outlander” composer Bear McCreary even collaborated on one of the album’s songs, “Flowers.”
I didn’t think he would say ‘yes.'”
Gower went on to praise McCreary’s supportive nature for helping him develop his music career.
The compassionate but realistic woman is played by none other than Frances de la Tour.
De la Tour’s acting credits aren’t just limited to the small screen, though.
In Season 1, Jack Randall was established as the enemy very early on.
However, when the Frasers moved to France, we were introduced to King Louis XV.
The prestigious awards ceremony honors stars on the stage, much like America’s Tony Awards.
In reality, Day is miles away from the stumbling, insecure young woman she portrays.
In 2021, she told Alex Zane that Sam Heughan himself recommended her for the role.
While Day has continued to act, she hasn’t stopped there.
James Fleet (Reverend Wakefield)
Brits have known and loved James Fleet for years.
Since his time on “Outlander,” Fleet has stayed busy.
Tantoo Cardinal played the role of wise Cherokee elder Adawehi in “Outlander” Season 4.
In 1990, she starred alongside Kevin Costner in his Oscar-winning movie, “Dances with Wolves.”
Cardinal is a committed advocate for the Indigenous performing arts.
Because of this, The University of Winnipeg made her an Honorary Doctor of Letters.
Malva finds herself in hot water when she’s introduced in Season 6.
When Meikle-Small joined the cast, it wasn’t certain if the show would get another final season.
Thankfully, it was announced midway through filming that Season 8 was approved.
Kristin Atherton took on the role, but it was daunting.
“Like I’m a huge fan of hers, anyway.
I’ve seen her on stage.
So it became obvious to me really quickly, don’t try [to be her].
Just do what you’re able to do.”
Interestingly, Atherton auditioned for the part originally but lost out to Donnelly.
This moment saw her come full circle.
