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After eight captivating seasons, the historical drama Outlander, aired by Starz, is drawing to a close, leaving many fans reluctant to bid it goodbye. The series centers around Claire Randall, a World War II nurse portrayed by Caitriona Balfe, who finds herself inexplicably swept from 1945 into the rugged terrain of 18th century Scotland. There, she encounters and falls for Jamie Fraser, a gallant Scottish Highlander played by Sam Heughan. As she navigates her dual existence between eras, Claire is torn between her modern-day life and her newfound love. Derived from Diana Gabaldon’s well-loved novels, this acclaimed show has earned several Emmy nominations, with Balfe securing a BAFTA Scotland Award for Best Actress in Television back in 2016.
While Gabaldon’s literary series spans ten novels, television audiences aren’t as lucky. The series finale was confirmed in 2023 before the debut of Season 7, with filming concluding in 2024. Heughan shared some nostalgic behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram, captioning them with, “What a journey. So many memories, incredible people I have been fortunate to work with and now can call friends.”
The eagerly awaited Season 8 is set to premiere on March 6, 2026. Fans are curious about the number of episodes and their release schedule. Here’s what’s lined up for the series’ grand finale.
How Many Episodes Will Outlander Season 8 Have?
This concluding season will be notably brief, comprising just 10 episodes.
When Does Outlander Season 8 Premiere?
The first episode will air on Friday, March 6 at 8:02 p.m ET on Starz. For those eager to dive into the final chapter as soon as possible, there’s good news. New episodes will be available at 12 a.m. ET on Starz.com and the Starz app. So, ensure you’re well-prepared to indulge!
Outlander Season 8 Episode Release Guide:
New episodes will be released weekly until May, but if you want a jumpstart on exact dates, here’s a schedule to keep track of the final season:
- Season 8, Episode 1: Friday, March 6
- Season 8, Episode 2: Friday, March 13
- Season 8, Episode 3: Friday, March 20
- Season 8, Episode 4: Friday, March 27
- Season 8, Episode 5: Friday, April 3
- Season 8, Episode 6: Friday, April 10
- Season 8, Episode 7: Friday, April 17
- Season 8, Episode 8: Friday, April 24
- Season 8, Episode 9: Friday, May 1
- Season 8, Episode 10: Friday, May 8
How To Watch Outlander Season 8:
Outlander Season 8 will be available for streaming on Starz and the Starz app. The streaming service is currently available starting at $6.99/month for the first three months after signup.
Starz typically costs $10.99/month, but right now, you can subscribe and get your first three months for $6.99/month. Additionally, you can prepay for $23.99 for six months of Starz and save over $50.
Is There an Outlander Season 8 Trailer?
The final trailer for Season 8 was released in January, but you can watch the emotional farewell at the top of this article.