Outlander season 3 may be over, but there are many moments to watch over and over again.
Droughtlander is a time to look back over episodes and see small things missing the first time. Sometimes, an episode can be more enjoyable the second time around. There are fewer hopes of elements being added from the books and a chance to view the show as a separate entity.
Outlander season 3 certainly had some of the most beautiful and outstanding moments. Some weren’t even part of the book. Here’s a look at the best moments throughout the season.
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#9. Seeing the struggle for Frank
While Frank is not one of the most liked characters Outlander season 3 showed his struggle. This is also more of a series of moments than one particular moment. He wanted to be happy that Claire was back, but she couldn’t keep herself from the memories of Jamie. It was never going to be easy knowing your wife had come back to you still in love with another man.
Frank gave Claire an out. All he wanted was for Claire to be completely with him when she was with him. In the end, he just needed to know if there was ever a chance that she could have forgotten Jamie without Brianna being a constant reminder. He was heartbroken knowing that it wasn’t possible.
While it doesn’t excuse anything he did or said, it was important to see that struggle from Frank throughout the 20 years until his death.
#8. The whole Battle of Culloden
There were some expectations that the Battle of Culloden would play out in the Outlander season 2 finale. When that didn’t happen, it was clear it would be in the premiere. Rather than just seeing the battle, we got glimpses of Jamie’s memories of the battle. Every scene was beautifully filmed, bringing out the way people remember events.
Everything was disjointed. The same memory would flash but with elements changed. There was also this chance to say goodbye to some important characters, especially Bonnie Prince Charlie (who got a final “mark me” in there) and Black Jack Randall (who went without any words).
Everything about the battle was on form and made it an extremely special opening episode.
#7. Mr. Willoughby’s speech
While attempting to kill the “Jonah,” Mr. Willoughby realized rain was coming. All he needed to do was stall the crew long enough and that led to his beautiful speech. While some may view it as sexist, it was an important show of his culture and the times.
His culture worshipped women. They were these dainty figures to be loved and cherished. As he shared everything that Scottish women weren’t, it was a look of how much he missed his home. It also foreshadowed everything with Margaret, which brings us to point four.
#6. Margaret and Mr. Willoughby finding each other
While at the governor’s ball, Mr. Willoughby and Margaret Campbell set eyes on each other. It was love at first sight for the two of them. However, it wasn’t just this. The moments that followed led to this being such an important element of the show.
Mr. Willoughby wanted to protect Margaret. He wanted to show her love and kindness, bringing out the positives in her personality. It was important to him for her to be happy and content with life, and that was exactly what he was going to provide for her.
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#5. Lord John learning the truth about Claire
When Lord John became the warden of Ardsmuir Prison he saw Jamie in chains. Instantly he remembered who Jamie was and knew that there was a debt to repay. Jamie also remembered Lord John.
As their friendship developed, Lord John learned the truth about Claire. He learned that Claire hadn’t been some damsel that needed protecting, but Jamie’s wife the whole time. John felt stupid for being played, but Jamie made a point that John was admirable. It was a moment that earned John respect from the man he was in love with.
#4. Lord John’s reaction to Jamie giving himself in payment
When Jamie realizes that he needs to protect Willie, he knows he has to leave Helwater. However, he wants Lord John to protect the boy. Of course, Lord John agrees to this and Jamie offers him payment for the task. Jamie offers himself over to the man who has wanted him for years.
It’s a shock for Lord John, who reacts admirably once more. He refuses to accept a trisk with Jamie as payment for raising Willie as his own. However, he understands why Jamie would offer such a thing (and may have even figured it was some sort of test on Jamie’s part to make sure Lord John was still the same man he was at Prestonpans) and isn’t angry.
#3. The last Christmas together
While the change of timing was a disappointment, that last Christmas together was a beautiful moment. There’s no denying that it was a cute way for Brianna and Claire to say their goodbyes without the pressure. They were also able to easily discuss the plans for Claire’s trips, sharing gifts that meant something for Claire’s journey.
More importantly, it was a chance for Roger to show his love for Brianna. He’d listened to Claire’s tale of reading “A Christmas Carol” every Christmas and sought out the book. The two finished the evening reading the story together.
#2. Learning Murtagh’s fate
Quite honestly, this has to be one of the best changes from the books. Murtagh became such an important character in the series and there were many worries that he would die at Culloden. When fans didn’t get the moment of Murtagh dying in Jamie’s arms on the battlefield, there was hope that Murtagh would live.
Learning that Murtagh was at Ardsmuir was perfect. Well, it wasn’t great since he became a prisoner, but it was believable and positive. There was the fear the writers would give him back to us just to take him away, but in the end he was saved again. Now he’s somewhere in the Colonies and there’s hope he’ll show up again.
#1. Fergus and Marsali’s wedding
Yes, that moment at the end of “Uncharted” just has to be number one. The Fersali wedding was the perfect way for everyone to celebrate, but also gave us that moment that officially made Fergus a Fraser. Fans already viewed him as Claire and Jamie’s son, but this was the moment that it was made official in Outlander.
The whole moment was beautifully created. Not only did Jamie confirm Fergus was a Fraser, but there were looks of shock and happiness from Fergus and Marsali. Deep down they’d both hoped it (especially Fergus) but it had never once been confirmed. This gave Fergus everything he’d wanted for 30+ years.
There was also the moment at the end of the wedding. After blessing Fersali, Father Fogden blessed the union between Claire and Jamie. It was that sweet moment fans had needed since the two reunited in episode 6.
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