The end of an era has officially arrived for Outlander. After eight seasons and more than a decade on the air, the beloved historical drama comes to a close with its series finale airing on May 15, 2026. Led once again by Sam Heughan and Caitríona Balfe, the long-running Starz series reunites Jamie and Claire Fraser, along with many fan-favorite characters, for one final chapter filled with romance, war, heartbreak, and time-travel twists.
Below, meet the cast of Outlander Season 8 and the actors behind the fan-favorite characters.
Sam Heughan as Jamie Fraser
Jamie Fraser is the noble Highland warrior and Claire’s devoted husband, whose courage and leadership define much of the Outlander story. Heughan rose to international fame through the series and has since appeared in films like The Spy Who Dumped Me and Love Again, as well as co-hosting the travel docuseries Men in Kilts.
Caitriona Balfe as Claire Fraser
Claire Fraser is the brilliant 20th-century doctor who time-travels to 18th-century Scotland and builds a life with Jamie Fraser. Throughout the series, she becomes a healer, leader and fierce protector of her family. Balfe earned Golden Globe nominations for her role and has appeared in films such as Belfast and Ford v Ferrari.
Sophie Skelton as Brianna Fraser MacKenzie
Brianna is Jamie and Claire’s strong-willed daughter, a gifted engineer and key part of the time-traveling Fraser family. Sophie Skelton’s earlier work includes appearances on British television in shows such as Waterloo Road before her breakout role on Outlander.
Richard Rankin as Roger MacKenzie
Roger is a historian turned frontier survivor and Brianna’s husband, whose story bridges past and future timelines. Richard Rankin’s other credits include the BBC drama The Crimson Field and the Scottish comedy series Burnistoun.
Lauren Lyle as Marsali Fraser
Marsali Fraser began as a spirited young wife to Fergus and has grown into a strong presence in the Fraser clan by Season 8. Outside of Outlander, Lauren Lyle has starred in the ITV drama Karen Pirie.
David Berry as Lord John Grey
Lord John Grey is a seasoned British officer with complex ties to Jamie, offering counsel and strength during wartime. David Berry also starred in the Australian period drama A Place to Call Home.
John Bell as Young Ian Murray
Young Ian is Jamie’s nephew and a trusted member of the Fraser family, known for his loyalty and survival skills. John Bell appeared in The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies and AMC’s Into the Badlands.
César Domboy as Fergus Fraser
Fergus is Jamie’s adopted son and Marsali’s husband, whose life in colonial America is full of heart and hardship. César Domboy also appeared in the Joseph Gordon-Levitt film The Walk.
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