Outlander (2014) - Full Season 01 - Set [Blu-ray] [Region B]

This is a must watch series. Be patient with the first episode - it sets the scene and you will find many clues that appear later in the series. Slow to start, but at the halfway point of that first episode - bang! (literally!) - you're in the thick of the action! And so it remains for the rest of the series.With beautiful scenery, fabulous sets and great acting, it's a roller coaster ride of thrilling drama, romance, sword fights, emotional tension and subtle comedy.A few reviews make reference to the sex scenes and violence and understandably, this may not appeal to some. Howevever, I did not find it too gratuitous or offensive and actually thought these scenes had a relevance, adding to the dramatic tension and emotion. The last two episodes are the ones that are mentioned most as they are quite graphic, but they are also integral to the continuing storyline (if the books are anything to go by). The acting in these two particular episodes by the two leading males playing the characters of James Fraser and Jack Randle - is absolutely outstanding!All the actors are great throughout and make up a fabulous cast, albeit with a few dodgy, but forgivable Scottish accent slips,As for portraying the English in a bad light, as one reviewer complained - read up on your history..... We English were bad! Very bad! And ashamedly so really, let's be honest! So portraying this as part of a historical drama shouldn't be frowned upon.Anyway, apart from the sex scenes, violence and the big, bad, nasty English folk, this is a fabulous series and very worthy of a watch. It was a smash hit in the USA and in other countries and it would not surprise me in the least if Outlander gained a cult following here. It may be worth noting that the second series is currently being filmed and there are also 8 books in the series (this series covered the first book), so hopefully, it is here to stay for some time!Watch it - it's fabulous!P.s. For those complaining that the UK was the last to get viewing rights, there was a rumour (and probably just a silly rumour!) that a special request from 'the powers that be' had been made that the series be postponed from being aired here until after the Scottish referendum and the general election!! Would you believe it?! Hmmmmm.....

If you have read the books then you know what to expect but if you haven’t then you’re in for a real treat. It’s basically a love story about one woman, Claire Randall, played impressively by Caitriona Balfe. She is torn between two lovers in two vastly different worlds, but it’s really so much more than that and crosses so many genres it’s difficult to classify. It’s the beginning of an intricate plot that will take you on a journey that involves history, adventure, mystery, time travel, sex, romance, politics, religion, violence, rape, murder, intrigue, and a really bad baddie, which is always good, and a little humour to lighten the mood now and again...what more could you want? Apart from series two of course, which they will start filming later this year. I have watched all eight episodes, which are the first half of series one and they were all fantastic, I can’t wait to see the second half. I was worried that they might not live up to the brilliant books written by Diana Gabaldon that I have been reading for many years, but they did. The adaption follows the books almost word for word most of the time and the small changes that have been made do not detract from the main storylines. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful, the music is unforgettable, the costumes and sets are very authentic, the casting is perfect and the actors are exceptionally talented, especially Sam Heughan who seems to have intensely studied his character, Jamie Fraser, right down to his twitching fingers.For those reviewers who have complained about the lack of subtitles for the Gaelic dialogue, you have to realise that everything you see is from Claire’s point of view and she didn’t understand what they were saying either, so in a way this helps you to experience the confusion she is feeling about what has happened to her and what is going on around her.If you liked it and you haven’t read the books then I strongly advise you to do so, there are eight of them so far and you won’t be disappointed. If you have read the books then you won’t be disappointed either. Although some of the characters may not look exactly like the ones in you have conjured in your imagination, the series so far has managed to bring the book so vividly to life it’s impressive to say the least.Thank you Diana Gabaldon for your wonderful books, to Ronald D Moore for all your hard work and also to Amazon Prime for finally bringing Outlander home to the UK.

Loved this story and bought all the CD's. Some were really expensive but just persevered until we got them all at a reasonable cost

I liked the depiction of 18th century Scotland, the landscape and way of life. Tremendous efforts to represent the period authentically. Also a tremendous cast bring the story to life.The story itself, the first part of a series, sets the foundation for the rest and is the best book in my opinion. If you view the first series you will find it true to the book and may be encouraged to read/view the rest of the series.

Soooooo, I've been binge watching seasons one and two of this awesome show and I seriously CANNOT WAIT for season three to hit amazon prime!Ah didnae ken about this show or the original books before I started watching a few days ago, but I'm so glad I found it randomly the other day while looking for something to chill out with, little did I know I was about to be pulled into one of the most epic stories I've ever come across! Everything about this show is incredibly detailed and damn realistic to the eras - and the acting - by frakking gawd - the entire cast's performances are incredible! Especially that of Jamie, Claire and Jack/Frank, the way they all emote and interact with each other, especially on the more difficult scenes, it's beyond what I ever expected to find!For those of you who enjoy GoT, you'll enjoy this, especially as the characters have far more dimension than is usually found in these shows, expressions and emotional projection are everything, and teamed with the epic landscapes, scenes and costuming, I canne praise this show enough! 😍

la serie è fatta molto bene, ricostruzioni storiche e abbigliamento curate, si vede tutta d'un fiato

Para quien haya leído el libro como es mi caso, la puesta en pantalla no me ha defraudado en absoluto. Los actores estupendamente elegidos y los paisajes, trajes y ambientación en general han respetado totalmente la novela. Lo mismo digo para la segunda parte. Ya los he visionado 2 veces.

Brilliant?

I may be one of the world' biggest fans of Diana Gabaldan and her "Outlander Series." I have read all 8 books in this collection and have read the first 4 books at least 4 times over the years. These books are not "chick lit books," as I know many men who are just as enthralled by them as I am. So to say that I was thrilled, at the very least, to know that the series, parts one and two, are now available on CD and on Amazon video, is an understatement. I viewed both seasons in 2 days. I was and am WOWED!!! If I could give this series a 10 star rating I would do so, rather then be limited to 5 stars.In season 1 of the "Outlander," (as in book one of the same title), the story begins right after WWII in Scotland. Claire Beecham Randall was a combat nurse in the World War II and served in the battlefields of France, particularly at a field hospital in Amiens. By 1943 she was a senior nurse, supervising junior nurses and orderlies. Her husband, Frank Randall, was in army intelligence as an officer with MI6 and served, primarily, in London, doing important government work. The couple spent a very brief time together before the war intruded on their lives. During the early years of their marriage, Claire worked as a nurse and Frank was a historian at Oxford and a member of the junior faculty there.As the story opens, both in the novel and the TV series, we find Claire and Frank on a 2nd honeymoon of sorts. They are visiting Inverness, Scotland. The terrible war is over and Claire and Frank, reunited, decide to go on a second honeymoon in Scotland to reestablish their marriage, their relationship. It is 1945. The couple stays at a charming bed-and-breakfast in Inverness, a city in the Scottish Highlands situated near an ancient stone circle called Craigh na Dun. One morning, while collecting plant samples at the stone circle, Claire falls through the cleft in the main stone and is transported back in time to 1743. Upon moving away from the stone circle, Claire immediately runs into a battle between a group of local Highlanders, and British officers led by the sadistic Jonathan Wolverton Randall. Randall, who demonstrates an amazing physical similarity to his six-times great-grandson Frank, assaults Claire, but she is rescued by Murtagh Fitzgibbons Fraser, one of the Highlanders, who are cattle-raiding in the area. Clair, a very strong and clever woman, who has had to think quickly and to improvise as a war nurse, recognizes, after a few hours, that she is a long way and time from 1945 Inverness. Although in shock and frightened, she uses her medical training to help the injured Scotsman Jamie Fraser, a handsome young man, about 4 years younger than Claire. Claire's medical skills earn her a place at Castle Leoch, seat of the MacKenzie clan. Laird Colum MacKenzie is Jamie's uncle and learns of Claire's extraordinary healing skills. He makes her the official healer of Leoch, and a guest, but she is a veritable prisoner there. Clan members and leaders alike believe that she is a British spy. And Claire feels hopeless as she is not able to travel to the stones to try to return to her own time. Claire and Jamie grow close. While not divulging her time travel secret, she is able to talk easily with him. And then there is the fact that the braw highlander is not only a treat for for the eyes, but he is gentle, kind, an exceptional warrior, and has a great sense of humor. He also has an education provided by an excellent tutor when he was a lad. The two, despite the centuries which separate them, find much in common.I do not want to provide any "spoilers" to those who are not familiar with the wonderful historical novel. There are some changes in the film, although the script stays close to the book's narrative. Let it suffice to write that the novel "Outlander" has provided me with an outstanding reading experience and still does. But the film version touched me more. The characters are perfectly cast. Jamie, played by Sam Heughan, is ideal for the part. A large, handsome and muscular man, everything he feels towards Claire: tenderness, friendship, lust, love, shows in his eyes, which are a beautiful blue. One can see that he is attracted to Claire almost immediately from the start of the film. In the beginning, there is a scene when the clan members who "saved" her from the "Lobster Backs," has Claire tending Jamie's wounds. She begins to cry. She is no ninny, by any means, but the events of the last few days have totally overwhelmed her. As Jamie holds her and comforts her the look in his eyes says that there might be something more here than just a sexual attraction. I find Jamie/Sam Heughan to be a kinder, more expressive hero in the film that in the book - and I am very surprised by this. Claire, is played to perfection by Caitriona Balfe. The actress's Claire is beautiful, feisty, strong, wise in the ways of the world, even if the world she is visiting is not her own. Ms. Balfe truly makes this story her own and does so in a most captivating manner. Tobias Menzies plays two different roles here, as Frank Randall, Claire's loving husband, and also as Frank's sadistic ancestor. Mr. Menzies role is very difficult as he has to play characters of opposite temperaments, sometimes in a single day of filming. Gary Lewis is an extremely wise & savvy Laird of the MacKenzie clan, although he is crippled and his brother, Dougal MacKenzie, (Graham McTavish ), must stand in for him as War Chief and as collector of the clan's rents. Dougal is an extremely strong and fascinating character. There is also much comic relief here - Anghus Mhor, (Stephen Walters) and Rupert MacKenzie, (Grant O'Rourke) are very funny macho man who, unhappily, perform their task of keeping an eye on Claire. Dear to my heart is the gruff Murtagh Fraser, (Duncan Lacroix), who is Jaimie's godfather. He obviously loves the young man dearly, in his own taciturn way. The rest of the supporting cast is excellent. I was taken back in time and fell in love, or hate, with many characters.The 1st season of "Outlander" is made up of 16 episodes, one more enthralling than the next. Producers Ronald D. Moore, Jim Kohlberg, and David Brown did a wonderful job bringing this story to life.Again, I feel a bit strange saying that I enjoyed the film more than the extraordinary book. Call me crazy. 10 Big STARS!!!JANA

Porque la serie Outlander escrita es apacionante y reunes Historia, Fantasía, conocimientos y romance. Muy buena y deseamos se siga editando la Temporada II y las que vengan. Y que Amazon nos la anuncie.Gracias