12 Shows Like ‘Outlander’ to Add to Your Queue
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Droughtlander may not be over just yet, but it’s encouraging to know that Claire and Jamie’s newest chapter will be revealed in just a few months.
Earlier this year, Starz announced that the steamy time-travel drama Outlander will be returning early in 2022. And while they’ve yet to announce a premiere date for season six, we do know that the cast has already wrapped up filming. Starz president and CEO Chris Albrecht said in a statement, "Fans can rest assured their beloved Claire and Jamie will be back facing new challenges, adversaries and adventures in seasons five and six as we delve into American history and continue the story of the Frasers as they settle in the New World."
Since we can only rewatch the first five seasons so many times, we rounded up a few shows like Outlander to keep us occupied until 2022. From Poldark to The Spanish Princess, here are 12 period dramas to add to your queue.
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1. ‘Black Sails’
Who's in it? Toby Stephens, Hannah New, Luke Arnold, Jessica Parker
What’s it about? Created as a prequel to Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island, Black Sails follows the adventures of Captain Flint and his crew of pirates as they fight for survival and hunt for treasure on New Providence Island during the Golden Age of Piracy in the 18th Century. This show is a treat for anyone who enjoys the action sequences and complex storylines in Outlander.
2. ‘Victoria’
Who’s in it? Jenna Coleman, Tom Hughes, Peter Bowles, Catherine Flemming
What’s it about? The series tackles royal family drama while following the reign of Queen Victoria (Coleman), who begins to rule at the young age of 18. Victoria’s sweet romance with Albert and their visit to Scotland will definitely make you think of Claire and Jamie. (It’s also worth noting that Nell Hudson, aka Laoghaire, appears on the series as the queen’s loyal maid, Mrs. Skerrett.)
3. ‘Poldark’
Who’s in it? Aidan Turner, Eleanor Tomlinson, Heida Reed, Ruby Bentall, Heida Reed
What’s it about? When Captain Ross Vennor Poldark returns home from the American War of Independence, he's crushed to see his home in ruins and his one true love, Elizabeth (Reed), in the arms of his cousin. But things start to look up when he meets and falls for his scullery maid, Demelza (Tomlinson).
4. ‘The White Princess’
Who's in it? Jodie Comer, Rebecca Benson, Jacob Collins-Levy, Kenneth Cranham
What’s it about? Inspired by Philippa Gregory's novel of the same name, The White Princess centers on the marriage of Elizabeth of York (Comer) and Henry VII (Collins-Levy), which ends the Wars of the Roses by creating unity among the houses of Lancaster and York. Still, as things appear peaceful on the surface, bitterness and conflict within the palace walls suggest that the kingdom is still divided.
5. ‘The Spanish Princess’
Who’s in it? Sai Bennett, Alicia Borrachero, Andrew Buchan, Charlotte Hope, Ruairi O'Connor, Laura Carmichael
What’s it about? Created as a sequel to The White Princess, this historical drama revolves around the infamous Catherine of Aragon (Hope), navigating her personal life before marrying King Henry VIII (O'Connor) and becoming the queen of England. Watch for the fascinating storylines, drama and romance.
6. ‘Reign’
Who’s in it? Adelaide Kane, Megan Follows, Torrance Coombs, Toby Regbo
What’s it about? Set during the 16th century, the historical drama series tells the story of Mary, Queen of Scots, as she gains power in the French court. We follow her very complicated love life, as well as the romantic pursuits of her handmaidens.
7. ‘Vikings’
Who’s in it? Travis Fimmel, Katheryn Winnick, Clive Standen, Jessalyn Gilsig, Gustaf Skarsgård
What’s it about? Fantasy, bloody battles and scandalous love affairs abound in this historical drama, which follows the adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok as he explores new territory and becomes the King of the Viking tribes.
8. ‘Downton Abbey’
Who's in it? Hugh Bonneville, Jim Carter, Michelle Dockery, Elizabeth McGovern, Maggie Smith
What’s it about? The popular British drama centers on an aristocratic family and their servants during the early 1900s, and reveals how their lives are influenced by several historical events, including World War I and the sinking of the Titanic. Outlander fans will enjoy the historical aspect and compelling characters.
9. ‘The Tudors’
Who's in it? Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Henry Cavill, Sam Neill, Callum Blue
What’s it about? The Tudors chronicles the reign of King Henry VIII (Meyers) in 16th century England. It not only follows his multiple romantic pursuits, but it also examines his political relationships. Like Outlander, there's no shortage of love scenes and violence.
10. ‘Luna Nera’
Who’s in it? Antonia Fotaras, Giorgio Belli, Manuela Mandracchia
What’s it about? In this historical fantasy, a teenager named Ade (Fotaras), is forced to run away from home with her younger brother after their grandmother is murdered for being a witch. In a thrilling twist, the show also channels Romeo and Juliet with a forbidden romance between Ade and Pietro (Belli), the son of a determined witch hunter.
11. ‘Game of Thrones’
Who's in it? Sean Bean, Mark Addy, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Michelle Fairley
What’s it about? Adapted from George R. R. Martin's fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire, Game of Thrones follows different royal families as they fight to secure the Iron Throne of the fictional continent of Westeros. Similar to Outlander, it’s packed with bloody war sequences and raunchy love scenes (especially in the first few seasons).
12. ‘Catherine the Great’
Who’s in it? Helen Mirren, Jason Clarke, Rory Kinnear
What’s it about? Set during the 18th century (the same time period that Claire travels to), this four-part miniseries follows Catherine the Great’s (Mirren) reign in Russia, with a specific emphasis on her final years. Outlander fans will especially enjoy her passionate affair with military commander Grigory Potemkin (Clarke), which leads to some controversy.
