The ‘Outlander’ Obsession: How the Starz Series Became a TV Smash Hit

This is an excerpt from TV Guide Magazine’s Outlander Forever Special Collector’s Issue, which is available for international pre-order online at OutlanderForever.com and available nationwide on newsstands now. Before Outlander even started steaming up our TV screens on August 9, 2014, the sexy saga had superfans. They were the deeply devoted readers of author Diana Gabaldon’s bestselling time-travel romance series. The frisky franchise already numbered … Continue reading The ‘Outlander’ Obsession: How the Starz Series Became a TV Smash Hit

Blacklanderz®January 23, 2022January 23, 2022Leave a comment

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Outlander showrunner reveals why the Fraser house is so big

I’ve seen some comments and complaints online regarding the ‘big house.” Perhaps, this will clear it up. ~ Vida It must be really annoying to constantly get that question, how it compares to the book. It’s been happening for five years and I don’t think it’s going to stop, but what we always say is, we tried to be true to the material. We keep … Continue reading Outlander showrunner reveals why the Fraser house is so big

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Outlander’s Sophie Skelton Talks Brianna Being Misunderstood and Forgiving Jamie

The Droughtlander continues while the cast and crew film season five of Outlander in Scotland, which will be based on Diana Gabaldon’s The Fiery Cross. But they did take a break from filming for Sam Heughan (Jamie), Caitriona Balfe (Claire), Sophie Skelton (Brianna), Richard Rankin (Roger), executive producer Maril Davis, executive producer/writer Toni Graphia and production designer Jon Gary Steele to attend Starz’s FYC event in Century City, Calif., to promote season four of Outlander for the current … Continue reading Outlander’s Sophie Skelton Talks Brianna Being Misunderstood and Forgiving Jamie

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Outlander | FYC Panel | STARZ

Caitriona Balfe (Claire), Sam Heughan (Jamie), Sophie Skelton (Brianna), Richard Rankin (Richard), Maril Davis (Executive Producer), Toni Graphia (Executive Producer/Writer), and Jon Gary Steele (Production Designer) sit down to talk all things Outlander Season 4 for #STARZFYC. ~ Video via STARZ Disclaimer: We hold no rights to any of the pictures. No copyright infringement intended. Continue reading Outlander | FYC Panel | STARZ

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Outlander | For Your Consideration Event

I know you all have seen numerous pictures from the Outlander For Your Consideration (#STARZFYC) event. But, with these close-ups . . . I just had to repost. Disclaimer: We hold no rights to any of the pictures. No copyright infringement intended. Continue reading Outlander | For Your Consideration Event

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Outlander Set Design: The Mohawk Village

This is absolutely fabulous. I am so glad they gave us a tour. I love all the details of the village and the thought that went into creating it. Just brilliant! ~ Vida The Art Department researched the Mohawk Village for over a year. Get a behind-the-scenes look at what went into creating it. Art Department Tour of the Mohawk Village ~ Video via STARZ … Continue reading Outlander Set Design: The Mohawk Village

Blacklanderz®January 31, 2019January 31, 20192 Comments

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Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi13

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi13 – Man of Worth Written by Toni Graphia | Directed by Stephen Woolfenden This conversation is between Blacklanderz Tqwana, Amanda and Tami and Vida. Arranged and edited by Vida. RECONCILIATION | CHOICES | FAMILY | UNCERTAIN FUTURE | HONOR Tqwana (Tq): This was an episode that had some really emotional highs and a few things that fell flat. Overall, it … Continue reading Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi13

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Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi12

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi12 – Providence Written by Karen Campbell | Directed by Mairzee Almas This conversation is between Blacklanderz Cathy, Tqwana and Vida. Arranged and edited by Vida. V: I liked that they had the Mohawks displaying some of their traditions in the title cards. It also showed how exquisite and detailed the set design of the village is. Jon Gary Steele and … Continue reading Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi12

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Outlander Set Design: The Wilmington Theatre Scene

A fun set for texture this season was the design of the theatre in Wilmington. This allowed production to make something much more opulent in design that many other sets this season. They used an old church in Glasgow and, in 48 hours, gave it a total overhaul in terms of the dressing, building a huge proscenium arch with lots of rich red velvets and … Continue reading Outlander Set Design: The Wilmington Theatre Scene

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Outlander Set Design: Fergus and Marsali’s Rented Rooms

Lauren Lyle (Marsali) takes you behind-the-scenes of Fergus and Marsali’s rented rooms in Wilmington. Source: Outlander Community, Starz Disclaimer: We hold no rights to any of the pictures. No copyright infringement intended. Continue reading Outlander Set Design: Fergus and Marsali’s Rented Rooms

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Outlander Set Design: The Gloriana

I ‘luvbs’ me some Jon Gary Steele set designs! ~ Vida The interior of Stephen Bonnet’s ship, the Gloriana, is the same boat that was the hero ship of Season 3, the Artemis. The set was sent back from the Cape Town film studios to Scotland on a ship. Source: Outlander Community, Starz Disclaimer: We hold no rights to any of the pictures. … Continue reading Outlander Set Design: The Gloriana

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Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S4 Epi6

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi6 – Blood of My Blood Written by Shaina Fewell | Directed by Denise Di Novi This conversation is between Blacklanderz Margot (hasn’t read the book), Helina and Ayana. Arranged and edited by Vida. [For those who don’t know, I also interrupt at times – just because.] A: Beware of snakes, with and without legs. This is the first time I … Continue reading Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S4 Epi6

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Outlander S4 Epi5 | Location: Building Fraser’s Ridge

I love this cabin! It’s so cozy. Source: Outlander Community, STARZ Disclaimer: We hold no rights to any of the pictures. No copyright infringement intended. Continue reading Outlander S4 Epi5 | Location: Building Fraser’s Ridge

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Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S4 Epi5

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi5 – Savages Written by Denise Di Novi | Directed by Bronwyn Garrity T: Very clever title card! It’s how I imagine a shop in that time would wrap a present. A: I think this title card is fantastic. The symbolism of this doll, as well as the fabric, takes a turn to say the least. Ty: It is deceptively innocent. … Continue reading Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S4 Epi5

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Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S4 Epi4

Blacklanderz Convos! Outlander S4 Epi4 – Common Ground Written by Joy Blake | Directed by Ben Bolt This conversation is between Blacklanderz Helina, Ayana and Vida. Arranged and edited by Vida. V: It was interesting that they had the title card with the episode title first, before the writer and director. A: This is my favorite title card this season. It harkens me back to episode … Continue reading Blacklanderz® Convos! Outlander S4 Epi4

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