List of Outlander characters
The following is a list of characters from Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series, beginning with the 1991 novel Outlander. The story focuses on 20th century nurse Claire Randall, who time travels to 18th century Scotland and finds adventure and romance with the dashing James Fraser. A mix of several genres, the series features elements of historical fiction, romance, adventure, mystery and science fiction/fantasy.[1] In August 2014 the US-based cable channel Starz debuted an TV series adaptation based on the novels.[2][3][4]
Main characters
Claire Beauchamp Randall Fraser—A warm, practical and independent nurse in World War II who finds herself in the Scottish Highlands in the mid-18th century. In the 20th century she is married to Frank Randall, but in the 18th century she marries Jamie Fraser. Claire is a gifted natural physician and an amateur botanist, and is almost killed in the 18th century because she is accused of being a witch. Claire is an only child whose parents died when she was very young; she was raised in at times primitive conditions by her Uncle Lamb (Quentin Lambert Beauchamp), an archaeologist who took her all over the world. Caitriona Balfe plays Claire in the television series.
James "Jamie" Alexander Malcolm MacKenzie Fraser (aka Jamie MacTavish)—Claire's husband in the 18th century is a strapping young Scottish redhead with a complicated past and a disarming sense of humor. Jamie is intelligent, principled, and, by 18th century standards, educated and worldly. He picks up languages very well. He has one sister, Jenny, and used to have an older brother, Willie, who died as a child. Willie's death left Jamie in line to be Laird of Broch Turach, the Fraser home. In addition to them he had another younger brother, Robert, who died in childbirth along with his mother. He is best friends with Ian Murray, son of his father's factor and eventually his sister Jenny's husband. He loves Claire to the ends of the earth. He doesn't always know what Claire is doing, but usually trusts her to know what to do. He has less use of his right hand because of an incident that severely injured it. His back is horribly scarred from flogging. Sam Heughan plays Jamie in the television series.
Frank Randall—Claire's husband in the 20th century is a history professor with a deep interest in his genealogy and heritage. He worked for MI-6 during World War II. He is played by Tobias Menzies.
Jonathan Randall (aka Black Jack Randall)—The primary villain of the story is Frank Randall's ancestor, a British army officer. According to Jamie Fraser the “Black” refers to the colour of his soul. He rapes and tortures Jamie, and severely injures the Scotsman's right hand. Black Jack bears a strong resemblance to Frank Randall. He has two brothers. Also played by Menzies.
Colum MacKenzie—The Laird of the MacKenzie clan, Jamie's maternal uncle, shelters Jamie and Claire from the English. He suffers from Toulouse-Lautrec Syndrome. He has one son that is not biologically his, but, instead, his brother Dougal's son. Colum is played by Gary Lewis.
Dougal MacKenzie—Colum's younger Jacobite brother leads the clan into battle since his older brother is physically disabled. He is the biological father of Colum's son, Hamish, and takes Jamie as a foster son for a year as a teen. He has four daughters, and a son with Geillis Duncan. He exploits Jamie's scarred back for his own purposes. Dougal is played by Graham McTavish in the television series.
Geillis/Geilie Duncan—The wife of the procurator fiscal is a time-traveler from the 1960s. She believes that she is a witch and has knowledge of herbs and plants. She is pregnant with Dougal MacKenzie’s child when she is imprisoned for witchcraft. Her pregnancy wins her a brief reprieve on her death sentence. She murders her husband, Arthur Duncan. She tricks Claire several different times. She is played by Lotte Verbeek.
Murtagh Fitzgibbons Fraser—Jamie's godfather is taciturn, but very loyal to Jamie and Claire. Murtagh is played by Duncan Lacroix.
Laoghaire MacKenzie—A young girl of 16 who is attracted to Jamie. She sends Claire to Geillis Duncan just prior to the witch trial because she "loves" Jamie and wants him back. She is played by Nell Hudson.
Supporting characters
Inverness 1945
Mrs. Baird—The nosy proprietor of an Inverness bed and breakfast; hosts Claire and Frank on their second honeymoon following World War II. She is played by Kathryn Howden in the television series.
Rev. Dr. Reginald Wakefield—The vicar of an Inverness parish. An amateur historian and genealogist; Frank’s adviser. Adopted Roger. James Fleet plays Rev. Wakefield in the television series.
Roger MacKenzie Wakefield—The adopted son of Rev. Wakefield; approximately 5 years old. He is played by Rory Burns as a child in the television series.
Mrs. Graham—Reverend Wakefield's druid housekeeper, predicts Claire's "love of two men". Tracey Wilkinson plays Mrs. Graham in the television series.
Scotland 1743
Rupert MacKenzie—A loyal member of Clan MacKenzie; Jamie's second cousin. Claire has to choose between marrying Rupert and Jamie. He is played by Grant O'Rourke in the television series.
Mrs. Glenna Fitzgibbons—The housekeeper of the castle for decades. Manages all domestic concerns and functions as head cook and butler, too. Called by all "Mrs Fitz." She is played by Annette Badland.
Letitia MacKenzie—Wife of Colum, mother of Hamish. Aislín McGuckin plays Letitia MacKenzie in the television series.
Alec McMahon MacKenzie (Auld Alec)—The Master of Horse of Castle Leoch wears a patch over his missing eye. Liam Carney plays Alec in the television series.
Angus Mhor—When Jamie takes Laoghaire’s punishment, Mhor beats him. He assuages Colum’s pain. Angus is played by Stephen Walters. Unlike his literary counterpart, his role is expanded in the television series.
Hamish MacKenzie—The son and heir of Colum is the child of Dougal, the son of Letitia MacKenzie. He is played by Roderick Gilkison.
Gwyllyn—A Welshman, is bard of Castle Leoch. Gillebride MacMillan plays Gwyllyn in the television series.
Arthur Duncan—The procurator fiscal of the village of Cranesmuir, is the husband of Geillis. Arthur is played by John Sessions.
Father Bain—A Cranesmuir priest accuses Claire of witchcraft. He is played by Tim McInnerny.
Ned Gowan—A lawyer from Edinburgh who works for Colum and is Claire's lawyer at her witchcraft trial. He is played by Bill Paterson.
Horrocks—An English deserter, knows that Jamie did not shoot the Sergeant-Major. Played by Lochlann O'Mearain.
Hugh Munro—A licensed beggar, is an able messenger and Jamie's friend. He is played by Simon Meacock.
Harry—A red coat deserter, threatens Claire and Jamie while they make love in a deserted glade. He tries to rape Claire, but she kills him.
Malcolm Grant—Grant wanted an arranged marriage with Ellen MacKenzie. He is no longer a MacKenzie ally.
The Duke of Sandringham—"Old Willie the arse bandit" has a secret connection to Jack Randall. He may be a secret Jacobite. He is played by Simon Callow.
Janet Fraser Murray (Jenny)—Jamie's older sister is married to Ian Murray. She has 2 children. She is as stubborn as her brother. She is a good cook and took over after her mother died. She is played by Laura Donnelly.
Ian Murray—Jenny's husband and Jamie's childhood friend, lost his leg below the knee from an infection of a wound received during a battle at Daumier with Fergus nic Leodhas. He is kind and caring. Ian is played by Steven Cree.
Young Jamie—Ian's oldest son, is named for his uncle and is born in August 1741.
Mrs. Crook—Crook is a housekeeper at Lallybroch.
Willie Fraser (deceased)—Jamie's older brother dies from smallpox at age eleven.
Mrs. Martins—A midwife who helps deliver Jenny's baby.
Margaret Ellen Murray—Maggie is born November 1743 to Jenny and Ian.
Sir Fletcher Gordon—The civilian governor in charge of Wentworth Prison. He will be played by Frazer Hines, famous for playing Jamie McCrimmon in Doctor Who. Diana Gabaldon has stated his character on Doctor Who was the inspiration behind Jamie Fraser.
Sir Marcus MacRannoch—Once an admirer of Ellen Mackenzie gives refuge to Claire and Jamie in his cottage, Eldridge Manor. His cattle are used to help break Jamie out of Wentworth.
Lady Annabelle MacRannoch—The wife of Marcus helps Claire tend Jamie's wounds.
France
Abbot Alexander Fraser—Jamie's uncle is one of his six Fraser uncles.
Francois Anselm Mericoeur d'Armagnac—A Franciscan monk befriends Claire and introduces her to the Perpetual Adoration. She tells him her true story.
References
- ↑ Reese, Jennifer (November 27, 2007). "Book Review: Lord John and the Hand of Devils (2007)". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved October 30, 2013.
- ↑ Ng, Philiana (May 8, 2014). "Starz's Outlander Gets First Poster, Premiere Date". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved June 14, 2014.
- ↑ Hibberd, James (August 15, 2014). "Outlander renewed for second season". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved August 15, 2014.
- ↑ Elavsky, Cindy (August 24, 2014). "Celebrity Extra". Downriver Sunday Times (King Features). Retrieved September 6, 2014.
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