The top moments from Outlander Season 7, Episode 7
A lot went down during both timelines in Outlander Season 7, Episode 7. Here are the five top moments from the entire episode.
We knew Outlander Season 7, Episode 7 was going to be a big one. It’s the penultimate episode of Season 7A. After the next episode, we head into another Droughtlander while we wait for the other eight episodes of the season.
This episode also takes us into a week-long break. So, there needed to be something big to make sure we would tune in for the final episode of the half-season. It’s time to look back at the episode with the top moments throughout.
Getting Buck’s story
This moment actually took a few scenes, but they all work together. They are all important in one sense: they give us a look at who Buck MacKenzie actually is.
We get to find out what happened to him after the Battle of Alamance. Buck shares how he ended up back in Scotland after that battle, and how he ended up coming through the stones. He shares what he did to get to Lallybroch, and now what he wants, or maybe what he doesn’t want.
You see, Buck isn’t sure he wants to go back. I love that we see this uncertainty, especially once he realizes that he could just end up going back to the past to die. Would you really want to do that?
Rob Cameron charming his way into the MacKenzies
We need to see the smarmy side of Rob Cameron. This is important to understand why the MacKenzies would trust the man in the first place.
After all, Rob was left alone with the Reverend Wakefield’s hymnals. That was in Roger’s office where there were bits and pieces from the past and about time travel. Why would Roger and Bree leave him there?
Then we have him inviting Jemmy to the movies with his nephew. Now, it’s clear with Bree having the mother’s phone number that the two kids are friends at school. However, we need to see for ourselves that Rob is a bit of a charmer. That’s certainly the case throughout the episode.
Roger and Brianna connecting as a couple
There were mentions throughout Outlander Season 7 of Roger wanting to be with Bree in an intimate manner. We can presume that this happens a lot off-screen, but it happened on-screen. And yes, for some of us, it was hot.
Actually, I really loved the way the intimacy consultant preserved Sophie’s modesty. There’s a moment where Bree rolls over and Roger’s arm completely covers her breasts so they aren’t seen. It actually almost felt like Richard was focused on making sure Sophie was covered for this moment, and I really respect that choice.
I think that’s what stood out for me in this scene and why it actually becomes one of my favorite moments. The intimacy is there, but so is the modesty. There have been a lot of complaints from actors of all genders when it comes to intimate scenes of the past. Outlander has changed things up to be respectful of all. Some of it really can be left to our imaginations.
William jumping into the graves to dig
William shone throughout Outlander Season 7, Episode 7. He made it clear that he was going to be there for this battle, and we got to see so many layers to him. I still get chills as he watches Sandy fall and tries to get him up, despite knowing the man was shot in the head.
However, it’s the aftermath of the battle that I adore for William as a character. He makes it clear that the graves are deep enough. Part of this is because of his own personal loss, but it’s also a reaction to war. He doesn’t want the dead dishonored.
Instead of just barking orders, though, he jumped into the graves and started digging. We see that he is a man of honor and duty in this moment. He will lead by example, which is certainly something from Lord John Grey. It’s also a very Jamie thing to do.
Roger and Buck heading out to save Jemmy
Finally, it’s all about the last scene. Buck joins Roger on the drive to the stones to get to Jemmy. Roger just has to hope that Rob hasn’t gone through the stones yet.
I love how Buck is just there as support. We see this very different man to the one we came to know at the Battle of Alamance. It’s easy to forget that he is an educated man. He was a lawyer. At least, that’s what he says.
Now he wants to learn more about other time travelers. That brings up Geillis Duncan and the idea of a blood sacrifice. Roger drives faster and Buck doesn’t say a thing. He’s just there to give Roger the ability to let it all out but also to keep him grounded.