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[@robynoffer7675]

Sam has said on a few occasions that he is more on introverted side. As an introvert myself, if someone I trust, would do most of the talking on my behalf, I’d be happy with that. He does put he’s opinion in. As long time friends, you do get a feel of the other person, and perhaps Caitriona knows what he is comfortable with and when he isn’t. Wonderful panel, thank you! So fun!

[@symereyes9086]

I have read all the books but I am not sure if I read this.part that Jamie will be wearing a red coat uniform did they change the story line?

[@maryk.madachy2368]

@@symereyes9086 A little bit, yes.

[@LauraForty]

@@symereyes9086 I think it was actually Sam's idea, he ran it past Diana and everyone agreed.

[@zeynabhoseiny279]

Sam was born to be Jamie.

[@_birdie]

as was Caitriona! those two were just absolutely meant to be jamie+claire.

[@rosimeiresantos9575]

Always Sam Beautyful

[@samheughan2846]

@@_birdie hello

[@samheughan2846]

@@rosimeiresantos9575 hello

[@holly27796]

This is the best “interview” I’ve ever seen of these actors/producers! This actor/producer-led format is amazing. There’s no awkwardness from stranger interviewers, and the actors/producers are so much more relaxed and in their element. There’s so much new information here than in any other interview, very interesting stuff that they haven’t shared anywhere else. I wish it was longer! I could have watched hours more.

[@heathercohen1971]

Absolutely fun to watch this. Joyous in fact. The dissing of Caitriona is sad just sad. So many people must be in love with Sam/Jamie and they seem to need to disparage the other half of why this show is so successful. When Caitriona calls Sam a 'ridiculous' man she is implying he is fun and silly and crazy all in a good way. They basically have a great time working together.

[@irenecattell2364]

thanks 4 that; I really got annoyed at her comment re Sam being ridiculous.

[@jessester1584]

@@irenecattell2364 There was nothing wrong with her comment. It's time for Sam's fans to stop finding problems with Caitriona opinions when there never are any.

[@diverbob8]

Now that Caitriona is married, she is more distant with Sam.....sadly, the heat is missing...Can't help feeling sad for him.

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@samheughan2846]

@Amanda B hello

[@melisasalcedo652]

Sam is the stud we all imagine

[@Juud333]

exactly, why does she say something so condescending

[@virgoqueen8950]

@@Juud333 SHE IS JOKING ....SMH

[@Juud333]

@@virgoqueen8950 OKAY!

[@Muffy703]

@@Juud333 i've noticed she teases him frequently in these situations. they're good friends, so that's what happens. but, it is a bit uncomfortable, at times. they're not quite as cozy now that's she's married to someone else, and he's maturing, so it should probably stop.

[@deborahhoffman7394]

@@Muffy703 Yeah. It's hard to figure out Catriona's teasing of Sam sometimes. I'm not always sure it's that funny and sometimes uncomfortable. Why on earth would she NOT see Sam as Jamie when she reads the book? It's not very respectful of him. They say that they are friends, but there are some strange comments....

[@polytheneprentiss1534]

I can’t believe that when this video came out that I hadn’t watched one episode of Outlander... and now I’m completely obsessed! 💗🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🙌🏻🔥

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@hrhdmk5845]

What makes the character Claire so incredibly resourceful is her interest and knowledge of botany. I don't know of any medical doctors I know today, and likely even fewer from the 1960's, who would be able to make their own equipment and pharmaceuticals. She is distinctly able in the 1700's, in addition to her healing knowledge.

[@jenna.livingston]

I'm glad the showrunners caught that burning cross taboo. Cause when I watched the first episode, I immediately felt a little weird when they talked about clans burning crosses because it has been appropriated by hate groups, just like the colonial flag. It was a smart touch adding the Celtic element to it to avoid any backlash!

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@gabesmom9136]

I think every book I read, forevermore, will feature Sam Heughan as the embodiment of its heartthrob. One of the most talented actors this earth has been graced with. And I'm bookish, with zero interest in pop culture -- it took Heughan to hook and drag me {joyfully} into the camp that books can be enhanced through artful acting. Heughan is also the sole reason this non-cable-tv watcher is currently paying for a Starz subscription... there's some kind of magic in that man.

[@kristinjayne6720]

Gabe's Mom the acting in this series is astonishing. Absolutely astonishing. Rarely is a production better than the books.

[@catherinehanner284]

Balfe doesn't improve with time. Becomes more annoying as her confidence and ego grows. Sam on other hand just gets more likeable and humble!!!

[@maelenamckenzie5151]

Gabe’s Mom 🤔 I think is His purity of hart. 😊

[@renmarkable7905]

@@kristinjayne6720 honestly in my opinion the show simply isn't a patch on the books. some of the changes are baffling :)

[@jessester1584]

@@catherinehanner284 Sam only much? Tell us how you really feel. Why do Sam fans always diss the lead actress of the show to elevate him? You only make it worse for yourselves and Sam.

[@OlgaMesh]

my Jamie is a stud and he looks like Sam Heughan, The Best!

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@lisaszala7314]

Sam and Caitriona do an amazing job bringing these characters to life. Perfect match!!! Tobias played the best of both Frank and "Black Jack" Randall. I can't say enough about the entire cast I look forward to watching every night, as well as behind the scenes with awesome production and costume design. I recommend Outlander to everyone who asks me for a recommendation, since we are homebound lately. I am in Love with all of you and hoping Diana Gabaldon keeps on writing.....

[@albertinaargue9732]

This just put a smile on my face. I LOVE them all. They just were wonderful. Can't get enough. Sophy is a sweetheart. Love you all and thank you

[@samheughan2846]

Hello

[@francesutt4118]

The passionate scenes are done beautifully... that’s what I love about this show. They tell the story without overdoing.

[@samheughan2846]

Thanks to all my fans for your love and support, I would love to chat and know more about you all on google hangout [e-mail]

[@erajazz2134]

@@samheughan2846 You're gonna ask to "borrow" money again?

[@djmoongirl6]

Good lord people....they have jabbed at each other from day one. They actually ALL jab at each other in all of their interviews. Also if you notice, they have the ladies sitting on a couch with the men separated on chairs, kind of hard to show any friendly intimacy in this setting. But their body language definitely gives off a certain level of comfort and ease with each other. I don't believe that she is jealous of anything and they both will have career opportunities coming to them in the future. I also want to say (in my humble opinion) that I think Sophie and Roger have both really grown into their characters very well! Sophie played Brianna as a spoiled, entitled young girl in the beginning, so well that you actually believed it, and is progressing her character into a strong resilient (Frasier, lol) woman. So easy to dish out criticism instead of focusing on the incredible challenge it must be to bring the depth of Diana Gabaldon's characters to the screen. You can clearly see the closeness and respect they have for each other in all of their interviews. They all seem to be very much at ease with each other, and both Sam and Cait, clearly love and respect Sophie. Maybe we should follow their example and just sit back and enjoy all their hard work to be able to bring such an epic story to life! Big fan of all four! ❤❤❤

[@samheughan2846]

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[@oopurpledove]

Exactly.

[@visualeyours9788]

Sophie and Caitriona might have been on the couch and did you notice their body language? They were leaning away from each other.

[@bageba8]

@@visualeyours9788 I don't think they're leaning away from each other so much as leaning towards their respective screen partners. Both Richard and Sam are leaning in towards the couch as well.

[@bonniecall2245]

A lot of these interviews are watched by these same commenters and they know when it’s a bit unusual to see Catriona slightly diss Sam which it was, he even says a little thanks for that with no smile or look towards her and neither of them had looked at each other at that time because it was a bit rude a small jab and Catriona doesn’t usually do that, her jokes are fun and they both laugh this wasn’t it but they were a little bit more themselves as the interview goes on 🤷‍♀️ no one is intentionally trying to favor anyone it was an obvious fact by a familiar audience member simple no one dislikes Catriona for it but it was a bit unusual.

[@FLCraftyGirl]

Everyone seems so critical, do you have any idea how many times they’ve answered these same questions or how exhausting it is to do these tours? Give them a break!

[@angelleaf7904]

I agree absolutely. And i think Sam has a cold.

[@polytheneprentiss1534]

Angel Leaf agree... this seems to be the time frame whenever he was sick, which could account for his being quieter than usual

[@loisoutjers4412]

This was good for hearing from all the actors but geeez! really felt for Sam here, he's such a gentleman

[@lindsay644]

I agree so much with the female and make pleasure thing. It is so amazing to see them do this. Cait is so very smart and well spoken. One of the reasons why I love the show is that they are so progressive with many normally sensitive things. They do such justice to Diana's books. All the characters are not necessarily what I had envisioned, but how could they be...everyone's mind is so vastly different. They however do such an amazing job with the character development and acting that it overshadows any other idea of them from the books. Well done all on the show and thank you for bringing such great drama to television. It has seriously helped me work through so many emotions and trauma that I have experienced in my life, that is what avgood drama does.

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@debbieprovenson601]

I watched an interview where they were talking about casting. They said they cast Cat last and she was the most difficult, because she had to physically look like Claire and they had to find an actress who was also super intelligent. Or she wouldn't have done the character justice/been believable.

[@kasienkakaminska6915]

Drama series, tv series, show

[@jenniferlee5892]

Who else is watching this again after finishing season 5?

[@ritajones7750]

I just finished watching all seasons again. Can't get enough.

[@Muffy703]

me. I'm enjoying it more the second time. i found the violence difficult to take the first time, but now i can enjoy the details, excellent acting, costumes, scenery, and fabulousness

[@ashlynlarsen]

Caught me

[@barbarafoster7000]

Frustrating I can’t get it yet in Australia as on for a few days and I messed it.....

[@lauraxx629]

Its said that it isn't available in the netherlands

[@margaretawelffens1054]

Now I Understand why they changed the simple cross in the books to the celtic one in the series. As an European I did not think about the the negative conotation this simple burning cross has in America. At first I was a bit upset, again a change from the books, but now I agree.

[@Katie-oq7mh]

As a European myself, what are the negative connotations?

[@elkaydoug8863]

The Ku Klux Klan has appropriated it from the Scottish after the movie, "Birth of a Nation" was released. When African Americans see a burning cross it strikes up fear and anger. Crosses burnings preceded lynchings, rapes or the burning and bombing of homes and businesses of black people.

[@merelaine68]

@@elkaydoug8863 If you read African American prof. Thomas Sowell's history writings, it was ill educated Scots rabble who populated much of the American South so the burning cross was not appropriated "from" the Scots but repurposed BY Scots in America to less noble pursuits, assuming one thinks eternal clan warfare in Scotland was ever "noble". Clan fighting has been romanticized in literature and by Hollywood but warring against one's own tribe over small differences hardly seems wise. It may be a reason the English prevailed over the Scots.

[@sandymiller2434]

I’ve always believed history should be kept as is. It tells the truth about what went on at a period of time and people keep wanting to hide from truths so some won’t be offended. History should be as truthful as it’s possible to be.

[@marybarry2230]

I could listen to all of them all day long! Just love the accents love the chemistry, love the banter love the humor! Awesome cast, awesome series!

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@KeanoMUFC1]

5 different accents, amazing

[@YogaBlissDance]

Thanks for mentioning that Caitrona at 3:30 I find it a bit difficult to watch the parts with the cross burning etc. and was wondering about that esp with the name clan which is is Scottish vs. the other k@an. I love the series even though it brings up a lot of emotion esp. with the plantation despite it's beauty- realizing how it is maintained by slavery. I think the show did an great job of showing how even the aunt as the landowner was not in a position to oppose anything as it would create a violent backlash towards her. I love the sweep of the show, my fav so far was the costumes in the French period...

[@barbarafoster7000]

This was a really entertaining interview.....they are friends which shows in their acting together....a pleasure to see to get to know them in a different way. So privileged to be able to see this wonderful filming....Sam IS Jamie in my opinion, a great actor

[@freedomrunner5984]

The love story is just breathless! It just brings you in and want more of them both!

[@jessannreece5672]

Can we give Richard some love?? He's so adorable!

[@barbarapona1656]

Very nice people,actors chosen to play in this movie.Extremely natural and true.They set a good example how to love one another and appreciate your partner male or female.Thank You for giving us the hope ,that true love never really ends!

[@Aryan-jx3cb]

So many interviews of them, gotta keep up watching!! I'm ready for the premiere already! 😍 🏃

[@mkelley1897]

The love scenes are relatable to people and their relationships. They’re beautiful moments. Great chat Outlander team!!!

[@chriskane6289]

I think Episode 1 Season 5, the Wedding, was so well done - I couldn't believe Rodger was picking up a guitar and singing L O V E, the Nat King Cole classic, and then have a montage of the romantic couples following - this was to me the most beautiful moment(s) ever in the show. I just LOVE it so much! Can't wait to see season 6 and 7.

[@susandoc1739]

This format is great! They all seem at ease with each othre, good humor and talking doesn't get thrown to Cait when others might hesitate! Good humor and great details!

[@Natalie-health-wellness]

I’ve just finished watching this show...season 5 , I am so itching to rewatch it, such an amazing show with amazing actors and great movie making.... so impressed especially Sam of course with his acting and hotness but cat too is an excellent actor and I love both of them 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@gead1169]

EXCELLENT JOB, GUYS! I 've just "swallowed" ALL episodes..in about 3-4 days, till late night! Couldn't do otherwise, your acting is really addictive! I' ve NEVER followed ANY series, all became dull after a while! Your acting is really amazing! Bravo! Besides, your personalities and looks are really wonderful! Everyhing about these series is very well thought and done! Congrats to the director as well! Very good job, guys!👍👍👍

[@janlangford1150]

We all love Jamie and the cast , that’s why everyone loves outlander , just love the chemistry of Jamie and Claire,! We feel the love , cast perfect, Jamie perfect , He is a person with so much charisma, love love love watching outlander,

[@shirleysmiedt6666]

I have watched Outlander 6/7 times Season 1 to 5 Cant stop addictive OMG Never done this before Every time I watch I see the depth of so many touching scenes Outlander forever “””😍🍀💕🍀❤️⭐️☀️

[@katerinaaza5390]

Mr Heughan and Ms Balfe are also producers this season. Their approach is from a different perspective and it is obvious in this discussion.

[@skontheroad2666]

A producer in this context just means they helped finance the episode (in order to get more points on the back end=higher percentage of the profits).

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@MsNadi10]

@@skontheroad2666 What you describe is the role of the executive producer. But simply "producer" as the credits say, generally means that on this season they had a saying in the creative process of their character's development. And they've talked about it in promos. For example, Jamie putting a red coat is Sam Heughan's idea that the other producers and Diana herself approved and so it found its way into the story.

[@audreypatterson7811]

I can’t help but wonder how Caitriona would feel if Sam said he doesn’t think of her as Claire but instead a more womanly woman. I bet the shoe wouldn’t fit so well. Sam’s outstanding!

[@audreypatterson7811]

And I love Claire...I just thought the comment was insensitive to her co-lead and it seemed a little bitchy.

[@jessester1584]

Not everyone imagines Jamie as Sam.

[@drumbun6622]

I feel its propably because she dosent have him. I wish they would be a couple. I beleive she has fallen for him from the begining, but Sam didnt take the desision to really be with her. I think maybe some day Sam will rethink this. He will need to ''tame'' her though, she is extraordinary but she also seems to have a very strong Ego.

[@pinoytunes7707]

Sam is a very talented actor, but let's face it, he is no Jamie in real life, though he plays the part very well.

[@pinoytunes7707]

@@drumbun6622 Funny how a man NEEDS to "tame" a woman with strong opinions. Cait was already in a longterm relationship when the show began and she is now married with a son.

[@amritawhitman8112]

They're so far behind schedule to shoot Season 6, let's hope it's not simply canceled. This kind of behind the scenes conversation was really fun to watch. Fingers crossed they get to film Season 6!

[@kliciabotelho7545]

Loved this and how these fine folks look after their characters with such care! Can´t wait for the new season!!!!

[@juliedurocher2554]

Love all of them truly. I find though that Cait takes so much space in a lot of interviews. She is obviously very at ease, speaks eloquently and with great intelligence, but I often wish she would let the others speak more, especially Sam in this particular interview.

[@sharonrichards7656]

Julie Durocher Sam has always been quiet in any interview that included others, different story when solo. I just think it is his natural character.

[@fredacade1580]

He is too much of a gentleman to interrupt her.

[@erajazz2134]

That "great intelligence" could benefit from a dab of self-awareness and sensitivity.

[@tamt.5812]

I get the impression the rest of the cast is quiet. And she is almost the "voice" of the group when they get questions they don't know how to elaborate on. I think it flows as it should with her speaking when the others don't...

[@donnabittner69]

I thought the same thing about Cait.......but maybe everyone is just sick of answering the same old questions. Any really , isn't she just like Diana Gabaldon? It all seems to work.

[@autumnsadventures]

Haha wow starting at 10:10 it seemed like their characters started coming out! 😂 Anyway awesome interview! They have such a charm and intelligence for their work. Their acting is done so well that it’s hard to imagine them any different.

[@maestroclassico5801]

It really WAS cool to see Sophie break down the storyline. She's forgiven Jamie...annnnnd now the Frasier/Mackenzies are gonna have some new challenges on "The Ridge". #TheGovernorSucks

[@indiaalphanovember8217]

I am Scottish with a Filipina wife. She calls Sam "Her TV Husband". Yeah thanks mate Pfffttt.

[@e_G_o_05]

Her fellow pinay over here. My husband has been wondering what the fuss is about cuz I binged watched all 5 seasons in 3 weeks. Sorry friend, I’m with your wifey on that one. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@andremourato22]

Cait is just amazing.

[@maestroclassico5801]

But I never get tired of these guys and Rik always has an awesome sense of humor. I remember Roger having a great sense of humor....at the BEGINNING of his relationship with Bree...in 1968. Love is never Simple in the Outlander EU. But it's the common denominator in the whole show.

[@denisekimbrough419]

I thought Cait was very insensitive and hurtful when she stated that her Jaime is a stud. I wonder how she would feel if Sam would have said His Claire is beautiful. It seems that she has forgotten how she used to be praising Sam for his acting. My opinion of Cait has changed for sure.

[@jessester2759]

If your opinion of her changed you were never a fan in the first place.

[@joannepiatte4026]

They did a lot of press this year before season 5. Maybe that will help them get the rewards they so deserve.

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@janlangford9805]

I LOVE this cast , they are so talented , Claire and Jamie are perfect together, love love these guys, Jamie is so gorgeous. He is the perfect man, every time I see him in the media . My heart beats , I keep watching reruns just to look and watch him acting, just perfect, Claire too. she also is a very talented and beautiful , they have handson cast.

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@sbgroen]

Sofie's American English had me completely fooled. I thought she was from the west coast or midwestern US.

[@mokachyna22]

I think it’s really good too. Except when she says “anything”. English people say enathing. Americans say any thing.

[@elara38]

sorry, Cait, but for me the only Jamie is Sam! He's the only stud i see before my eyes while reading. The same with you, Cait.. you are my Claire... blame it on the show 😘

[@jessester2759]

Good for you. He's also not for many others.

[@nobbee]

My Jamie is Sam. They all have beautiful accents but Richards is amazing. Richard hits his stride in 6. Love them all. I don’t know how you stand the cold. Try Cuddle duds for the cold scenes.

[@dianneduvarney2684]

THis was great! Conversation....not stupid questions.

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@dianneduvarney2684]

@@samheughan2846 might help if you didn’t misspell his name!

[@kaybee5104]

A charismatic cast, engaging and entertaining, cheers to you all at outlander.

[@TB91178]

Wish we could hear more from Sam!

[@beautybyleanne76]

Love them , love this show...best thing in TV!

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@karinazakia7294]

This show is soooo perfect, good job for all the team production. Anyway, season 7 is coming!

[@BlueFandom__W_SJ]

Can't wait for season 6! Love Outlander!!!!

[@loisoutjers4412]

Sam is better than all the rest. Such a star. He was sick and the others, not naming name! He NEVER critisizes anybody else. ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃 adore you Sam.

[@jessester2759]

He's not better than the rest.

[@kalisteau]

Finally someone mentioned that it was Lizzie's fault🤗🤗😤

[@samheughan2846]

Thanks to all my fans for your love and support, I would love to chat and know more about you all on google hangout [e-mail]

[@juliefinkjulesheartmagic1111]

It was Bri’s fault as she never communicated with Lizzie what happened and who did it. She was only protecting Bri.

[@rebahunter6781]

Amen!!

[@mokachyna22]

It was Brianna’s fault. Her lies and secrets have caused a lot of problems.

[@hoganrichard9627]

It's interesting how culture ebbs and flows. In Jamie's time women seemed to be more accepted in the role of doctor since many times they were the only medical care available. When Clair went to med school in the 60's she was definitely ridiculed and shunned having to prove herself at every turn.

[@elkaydoug8863]

The African American guy who attended medical school with her was also shunned, ridiculed and had to prove himself. Which is why they probably clung to each other for support.

[@RojaJaneman]

It all depends on the need of the time. When people are needed they’re welcomed and once they’re not necessary anymore they’re told to go back to where they came from. For ex. during plagues rich/poor died equally, like flies. All of a sudden bodies were required to help out with the disaster. So, poor were able to set prices and rich were willing to pay up. Afterwards there was a surface of middle class like never before. Poor learned their value and rich got busy pushing them back down again. During WWI and WWII women and coloreds were needed, so they were recruited. Even though they didn’t get the same resources or treatments as their counterparts. But after the wars they were basically told to go back to being the weaker versions of themselves as before. But they knew what they were capable of, so they rebelled. Which is why u have women’s voting rights after WWI and civil rights movement after WWII. We also used many other groups such as Mexicans on and off, Chinese during railroads building and mining on and off. Then there were millions of Indians that fought in WWI AND WWII, that were never even mentioned except for history books and government documents. In fact, Indians even paid billions of dollars for the war efforts and got kicked in the teeth for it after they ended. But they rebelled, and got their freedom few years after the end of WWII. Kinda like how we use Iraqi and Afghani interpreters, while they risk their families and then reneg on promise to give them usa citizenship after contract is over. Many examples in history. U just gotta look.

[@taisdeoliveira9441]

I like you so much, Sam! Be happy!!!

[@marcelluscoleman2988]

This was the best season 5 interview

[@leejc000]

Wow Sam looks stunning 🥵🥵🥵🥵

[@lloydchristiantaray5443]

And handsome

[@auntvesuvi3872]

I love this cast... and I love this show! 💜

[@samheughan2846]

hello

[@ablake2581]

Sam Heughan is a total stud as Jamie

[@tamartamunanemsadze7750]

Sam is perfect in the movie. I am not sure who he is in real life but he is great in the movies .

[@ChiaLiensun]

Caitriona is so insightful and intellectual. I could listen to her speaking for hours.

[@Rachel57567]

Listen, it was NOT Jamie’s fault, he didn’t have the wrong intentions when he beat up Roger, it was all a terrible misunderstanding. It was an honest mistake on Lizzie’s part as well, she didn’t intend to create the chaos that ensued. You know who’s actually to blame here? Brianna and Claire - for withholding a rather critical piece of information from Jamie, which was that Stephen Bonnett had struck again. Had they told him that at the onset, none of this would have happened. Obviously if Lizzie tells him “Jamie I literally saw that man attack Brianna”, and he doesn’t know about Bonnet, he’s going to beat up Roger. What else was he supposed to do, given that he had just been told Roger was the rapist and he hadn’t ever seen Roger before in his life?! Give him an open arm welcome to Fraser’s Ridge?! Wtf do they want from Jamie, give the guy a break.

[@loriannepalmer7216]

Sam is a stud!

[@sarahr3747]

Is it just me or does there seem to be an uncomfortable tension between Sam and Caitriona now that was not there in earlier interviews? If you notice Caitriona is very closed off, arms and legs crossed. Sam is kind of quiet and hunched. They don’t make eye contact. If you compare this to earlier interviews the chemistry is much different.

[@yurikim9618]

Yes i notices too .. Since she got married.. they both different . Their body language is different unlike in different interviews

[@kalisteau]

Maybe her hubby told her to behave...

[@jessester1584]

@@kalisteau Maybe you're seeing things that aren't there.

[@tsnhal9600]

I agree with you! Totally different behavior after her marriage.. sad!! If they were friends, as they claimed, they shouldn't be like this...

[@carrieenrightkatz8065]

Totally agree. Saw it right away. And no one really let him talk. They were so separate from each other.

[@liol3409]

It's funny that they say that Sam doesn't look like Jamie and they forget the fact that Sophie doesn't have any physical features of Brianna from the books. The original Brianna has blue eyes and is much taller than Claire.

[@TheCarlScharnberg]

Yes, she's supposed to be 6 feet tall. Really wish they would've gone for the original "look" of the character. I also don't think this actor does a good job on this show (accent, acting, etc). Miscast, imo.

[@liol3409]

@@TheCarlScharnberg I agree

[@AA-dz9mq]

@@TheCarlScharnberg she didnt and they have cut her parts in S5 and increased Marsi's role which works better. Bk Brianna is v Jamie like, both looks and temperament wise. For some reason Brianna is v much Franks daughter

[@Katya1086]

LJO 1977 She should have blue eyes! This is the only possibility, two blue eyed parent’s cannot produce a child with brown yes, it’s biologically impossible.

[@perfectsegway7786]

@@Katya1086 yeah it would have been nice if she had blue eyes to match the book. But in the book, Claire didn't have blue eyes either 🤷‍♀️

[@brightiris2087]

Funny how Sophie and Cait are drinking tea but Richard and Sam are drinking water and whisky.....

[@marshabrown7559]

My Jamie is Sam. I haven't read the books.

[@rosalynmartin3171]

I see SAM..thats what lead me to read the books..when I read the books it's more about the highlander warrior Jamie Fraser than Claire...so Ronald B Moore had to get Jamie right what this man went through(loved..The Scottish Prisoner)and the woman played off him..Dianna playing off the love of her husband...he was perfect. if you read the books first thought is Lord who would play Jamie and Sam's it....they thought he was another handsome face..turns out he quite intelligent and quite the entrepreneur and guide the spokesman for Scotland not just another handsome face...i think she may have felt a little intimidatedin the beginning cause it was all about him...it was supposed to be like that.. They're MAKING money and Sam is more a draw-in than CAITRIONA so instead of her chilling she became the talker person...we were watching her and she is very attractive or as she corrected Sam once"one of the most beautiful".... she would probably be liked more...they might have tried something in the beginning but I think it was Sam that had thing as opposed to having something to prove...she where and with whom she should be and I'm wish her all the best...just stay Claire a little longer.

[@lilianabeckmann2823]

Caitriona is always talking hahaha love her

[@lourdesmariasanchez8388]

Separate interview; I love dresses like the one Cat is wearing, but I don't wear them for fear of looking ridiculous 😕. I wish they fit me as well as her 😧. Anyway it's always nice to see them all together 😊😊

[@amandah.2202]

Aw Jamie was hurt by Claire’s comment

[@JaimieJo]

2 1/2 days! Omg! So excited!

[@thevicarage9841]

Sam and Cait are completely different now in interviews. I do miss their happy flirtation. But in this one they didn't even bother to look at each other. Who knows why? We certainly don't. I think Cait is teasing him with that "My Jamie" comment because she knows millions of adoring women think otherwise. It's like calling a tall man Shorty. She said early on that she knew he was hot. Even so, for whatever reason, they do seem very disconnected in this video. It makes for slightly uncomfortable viewing. But they have to work together and will do what it takes even though they each may have changed over time.

[@davidgraham-parker]

You all bring such an immediacy and febrile sexuality that I literally have to stop watching for a while - to let my heart rate return to normal. No series I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing has effected me in such an overwhelmingly, all consuming way.

[@rebahunter6781]

I am like that to with my emotions when watching the show. Never has a program made me feel this strong feeling that is akin to hurt deep inside.

[@chriskane6289]

Nice to hear someone else feels the same!

[@buramiko]

Sam and Catriona look so good together and better match to the characters, unlike Jon Snow and Daenerys. I’ve always thought that Daenerys should be a taller and stronger looking woman, Emilia was too cute.

[@barbaraostendorf7567]

I have loved Outlander since I read the first book some time ago, I can only hope I live long enough to see the end filmed! I just preordered the last book, so I can distract myself waiting for season 7. Drink helps.

[@patmacy3133]

Excellent discussion.

[@sevincbagirova1875]

My Jamie😍I like this and how she says🥰

[@1day1cw]

와 이영상은도저히 댓글을안달수없었다..... 수트 샘휴먼 진짜 너무잘생겼다.....너무멋있다....최고다......

[@lindadayhoff8495]

Cait was very rude with her remark that “her” Jamie would be a stud! I felt sad for Sam who sat quietly as she blurted out obviously a slam to him! He is the perfect Jamie because his gentle spirit spills over in real life! Yes he’s gorgeous, very sexy, humble and his heart has won me over for sure!!

[@Redsince66]

Linda Dayhoff I don’t think you have been around Irish people too much. My wife was confused when she first met my friends. She thought we were enemies not friends from how we teased each other. He comment was not a real put down, just a little fun. There was no tension on that couch just a bunch of people that obviously like each other.

[@jessester1584]

So? She's not alone in imagining Jamie as someone else than Sam. Why is with you Sam fans that you find everything Cait says rude? You're embarrassing yourselves and him. He's 40 yo, has a mother and can take care of himself if he doesn't like something. Moreover, you're never upset when he makes plenty of rude remarks.

[@renmarkable7905]

it's a different cultural thing. It's how you treat people you like

[@renmarkable7905]

@@Redsince66 EXACTLY

[@adrianakmn]

1:58 Although it was a joke with him, I thought Cait was really unpleasant. It is visible on his face that he was very uncomfortable and didn't like it at all ... rolled his eyes upwards as in the whatszap emoji..kkkk

[@karenmckay7421]

They are beautiful 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@MJLOVEnow]

Was Cat dissing Sam when she said when imagining Jamie, in her book, Jamie’s a stud?? It didn’t sound teasing. It felt like a dig. Made me feel bad for Sam, who, btw, IS a stud! He’s Jamie!

[@bettymaugeri7316]

It felt like a dig to me as well

[@erajazz2134]

@@bettymaugeri7316 For good ol’ Cait, he used to be “a God” and “best out of a kilt” and “No. 1 in my book” and “the single occurance that created @SamHeughan is probably more than I could ask for in one lifetime.” And now . . . not even a stud? What happened Cait? No need to be so harsh, love.

[@frannielocks]

Definitely sounded like a dig to me too! If you watch Sam's face when she says it, he first looks like he's been sucker-punched and then looks sad like she took all the wind out of his sails 😕 Did they have some sort of falling out?

[@Nati4Truth]

@@frannielocks ye..it feel like this too. We never know what is happening between people in private, or behind the scenes. But the mood in general is quite different between those 2. Because they have always been enjoying each others company , but here they are barely look at each other. There has to be some sort of argument..or smth. It's upsetting to see :/ they seem to understand each other so well, and have a nice friendship !

[@jessester1584]

Poor Sam! His his fans dissing Cait for not treating him as they see fit. Sam's not God and doesn't need some strangers defending him on anything, especially going after his co-star when she's never done anything wrong. The constant misogamy in Outlander fandom is the worst.

[@geoffreyrichardson8738]

A great cast and story

[@yioulakyriacou4657]

It’s a great interview and they all come across as the great persons they all are. However, I can’t help but feel at least some coldness between Cait and Sam. Between 2,5 - 3,0 minutes, Cait looks as though she is bracing and at 15 minutes, Cait saying “with myself and him on the cover” comes across as inpersonal. Still, this is me micro-analysing here, perhaps my interpretations are all wrong.

[@Leah-wc7rf]

Completely agree! The derogatory remark that HER Jamie is a stud and not to even call him by his name 😢

[@bobmonson6432]

Agree completely. Her remarks can be subtle, or not. She has an arrogance that was not there before. I see Sam bringing out the best in people, putting them at ease, and having fun too, and I see her with different priorities. She has flipped a switch on him. Here is my point though: I only see her as a great actress playing opposite him.

[@megamoneyDo]

Cat makes the show what it is and that’s the damn truth! She is incredible and she portrays Claire so well. Couldn’t imagine a better Claire.

[@gildaozilio6244]

Como é difícil ser apaixonada por uma série e não entender uma palavra desta entrevista , só me resta esperar a 5a temporada por aqui..

[@Faps2010]

Coloca legenda, mesmo em inglês ajuda a entender.

[@loisoutjers4412]

Sam's a brilliant, handsome JAMMF, good on ya Cait. 🤷‍♀️ Sam wasn't that well here. You ARE acting with a STUD. ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@manuelapc22]

I love Jaime Fraser!😍😍😍😈😈😈😂😂😂

[@concettarice6923]

Caitriona is a perfect Claire she is great reminds me of Vi

[@concettarice6923]

I want to say Cait reminds me of VIVIAN LEE of Gone With the Wind👩🏻

[@larrysmith1568]

Can't get enough of Claire.

[@maria369]

Did she really say that??? With Sam sitting right next to her, that was at least rude. They've worked together for so many years, how can she say such a thing! You can see that she hurt his feelings, especially the way he said "thank you" when she said that she doesn't imagine any of them when she reads the books. Unbelievable, badly done Cait, really badly done indeed!

[@cindyb8775]

Agree. She goes overboard with it in a lot of her interviews. Offputting

[@maria369]

@@cindyb8775 Off-putting indeed!

[@cathywilde2756]

Its a very Irish thing to 'slag' your friends, a form of teasing that involves sort of playful put downs, you onky do it with people you are comfortable with, as these actors are so comfortable with each other, its not personal, they do it in all the interviews. I remember an interview with Jamie, Dougal and BJR/Frank when the interviewer asked what would rhe first two have brought differently to Tobias's parts, and they both said 'size' which was a slag at their ripped bodies and Tobias being slimmer, but ge thought it was hilarious (being very happy in his own skin) So dont take it as an insult. These actors must be bored out of their brsins doing interviews about chsracters they play

[@maria369]

@@cathywilde2756 Did Sam look like he thought what she said was funny, did he seem amused even slightly?

[@jessester1584]

@@maria369 Were you in his head? Does he think of himself as Jamie? Most book readers don't see the cast either. Sam isn't a child in need of mothers. He's got his own already, is 40 years old and is often crass in his comments. Pay attention to his interviews. He's not the innocent angel many of you think he is.

[@juliefinkjulesheartmagic1111]

It was Bri’s “fault” that Jamie mistook Roger for Bonnet. She never told Lizzie what happened!! I love this show. However, when Sophie/Bri entered the story I was very disappointed. The writing and direction for her character seems off. Her acting is subpar and by far the worst on the show! There are so many amazing actors out there it seems unfair to have cast her. Something seems weird with her being on the show. Is she related to someone in production? I feel bad for the other premium actors, all the other ones that is, that they have to work with this boring, ineffective actor. Whether you like Rogers character or not, Richard is also a fantastic actor. When Sophie is on screen I’m pulled out of the fantastical zone of the story and am very annoyed. I don’t know Sophie as a person so it’s not personal...just really bad casting IMO. Even my husband finds himself talking to the screen saying he hopes Bri goes away...we both also find her character as not as strong, intelligent, mature, modern and independent as it seems she is supposed to be. Again, is it the poor acting? Direction? Writing of her character? Ugh, just sticks out like a sore thumb to me. I like Richard/Roger. Wish they had paired him with a better actress and someone with who he had more chemistry. I would’ve been much better. Even in this interview she talks and sounds just like her character like she’s not acting at all in the show. Still love love love the show and I will try to deal with Sophie’s “acting” as we continue to watch.

[@dylanleff373]

i think you need to go into the show without so much of expecting perfection, yes she seems the least experienced out of the cast, but i dont mind, i just think of it as an accent, also i heard that she was diagnosed with a lung and throat problem earlier in her life, she's talked about it somewhere before

[@fmm269]

Agree with this. And I don’t feel like she and roger have good chemistry as well

[@quxiao4610]

I blame the writing. Neither Roger nor Bri are that interesting.

[@rosimeiresantos9575]

Sorry Cait but Jamie Fraser Always Sam 😍😍😍

[@TexasMagnolia]

I miss the flirting between Cat and Sam. Noticed a wedding band on Cat. Did she get married?

[@maria369]

Yes, last year.

[@dragemagarcia1491]

I think thats why Caitriona seems like upset. Sam seems to be not happy. Its not the same chemistry

[@mrjamila88]

GEMA GARCIA oh so you think there was something between Sam and Cat? Like they really love each other ? I wish they could be together in real life .

[@samheughan2846]

@@maria369 hello

[@maria369]

@@samheughan2846 Goodbye

[@autumnsadventures]

Is it just me or did Sam look a bit, flustered when Caitriona said at 1:55 she imagined Jamie as a stud and as someone else lol!?

[@majorieharrington9823]

Sounded like a put down. Very uncalled for.

[@majorieharrington9823]

I think she hurt his feelings. The show would be nothing without him

[@JustDancinThruLife]

Lol even Sam said his Jamie is taller

[@abeekelaar1608]

I thought exactly that...with other words...he is not a stud? They are best friends why put him down...they where very quiet at each other...very strange behaviour

[@erajazz2134]

@@JustDancinThruLife That was Sam covering up for her shitty behavior...once again.

[@saraapp6889]

These women won't lent Sam talk.. We want to hear him OK...

[@jessester1584]

These women??? They all had time to talk. Sam's always quieter than everyone. Stop blaming the women!

[@mariaclaudiaeguiguren9777]

Admiro profundamente el trabajo de todos....

[@smainmaddi7117]

Grandiose production et fantastiques acteurs !!!! Bravoooooo