Outlander fans, brace yourselves! As the beloved historical drama approaches its final season, emotions are running high both on and off the set. Richard Rankin, who plays Roger Mackenzie, recently opened up about the tearful conclusion of the series, leaving fans with a mix of anticipation and dread.

A Decade of Memories

The journey that began over a decade ago is nearing its end. Richard Rankin revealed that the cast recently had an emotional read-through of the final season's script.

"It was a very emotional read-through," he shared, adding that they had photos from all the past seasons displayed, which intensified the nostalgia​​​​.

The Hiatus and What's to Come

Currently, fans are enduring the so-called 'Droughtlander' as they await the second half of season seven, set to premiere on November 22. The upcoming episodes promise to be some of the most intense and dramatic yet, with Jamie and Claire Fraser returning to Scotland amidst personal turmoil. Meanwhile, Roger and Brianna are dealing with the kidnapping of their son, Jemmy​​.

Behind the Scenes Tears

The cast's final season read-through was marked by tears and heartfelt moments. Sam Heughan, who plays Jamie Fraser, described the setting as deeply emotional, with bagpipes playing the series' iconic theme, "The Skye Boat Song." He confessed, "I just... I was gone, I started crying," highlighting the strong bonds formed over the years​​​​.

Filming in Familiar Grounds

Filming for the final season has been an emotional rollercoaster for the cast, especially when they returned to Castle Leoch, a significant location from the show's first season.

"You can feel the nostalgia and what it meant to people," Richard noted. The site brought back a flood of memories, further emphasizing the series' impact on both the cast and its audience​​.

A Promising Farewell

Despite the sadness, there is excitement for the final episodes. Rankin hinted that the second half of season seven contains some of the best content they have shot for Outlander. "It's an incredible adventure for Roger," he teased, promising that fans are in for a thrilling ride​​.

The Future of the Franchise

While the main series is wrapping up, the Outlander universe will continue to expand. A prequel series, "Outlander: Blood of My Blood," is already in the works, focusing on the origins of Jamie Fraser's parents. This ensures that fans will still have more stories to look forward to, even after the main series concludes​​.

Share Your Thoughts

As we prepare to bid farewell to Outlander, what are your thoughts on the series' end? How do you feel about the upcoming prequel? Share your comments and join the discussion!