The Worst Episodes of Outlander

Claire struggles with her demons as a nefarious rumor begins to spread on the Ridge. Tensions rise as the residents fear there is a dangerous person in their midst.

Director: Jamie Payne

Writer: Danielle Berrow

Brianna works to thwart a treacherous plan that endangers her family. A surprise encounter brings new understanding to Roger's journey in the past. Ian and Rachel take a big step in their relationship - as the Revolutionary war rears its head once again.

Director: Jan Matthys

Writer: Madeline Brestal, Evan McGahey

The truth about Lord John Grey's mysterious disappearance is revealed. Brianna faces off with the foes threatening her family.

Director: Jan Matthys

Writer: Diana Gabaldon

Claire and Jamie call upon Jamie’s grandsire, Lord Lovat, in an attempt to elicit support for the Jacobite cause. However, a visiting Colum MacKenzie has other plans, and Lord Lovat’s manipulative machinations ensure that no matter what, his own interests will be served.

Director: Mike Barker

Writer: Anne Kenney

Claire follows her conscience as a surgeon, even though it could put her and Jamie's lives at risk. At the same time, Jamie attempts to evade the reach of the Crown as it representative closes in on his illegal dealings.

Director: N/A

Writer: N/A

Roger leads Jamie's militia to the trading post of Brownsville and finds himself embroiled in a bitter feud. Jamie and Claire arrive to find that Roger's unusual strategy may have cost them the loyalty of the militia.

Director: Jamie Payne

Writer: Barbara Stepansky

Jamie's authority is tested when an old rival from Ardsmuir shows up to settle on the Ridge. Claire finds a new way to cope with the trauma of her assault by Lionel Brown.

Director: Kate Cheeseman

Writer: Matthew B. Roberts

Jamie struggles with his first request as Indian Agent. Roger presides over an unusual funeral. Marsali gives birth. However, the joy is short lived when a discovery is made.

Director: Kate Cheeseman

Writer: Alyson Evans, Steve Kornacki

Fergus worries about his new son's quality of life when the baby is bullied by superstitious Protestants. Claire performs surgery on Tom's hand.

Director: Justin Molotnikov

Writer: Shaina Fewell

While visiting the Cherokee, Ian encounters a man from his past who dredges up painful memories of his time with the Mohawk. Jamie meets an Indian Agent who challenges his convictions, causing him to re-evaluate.

Director: Christiana Ebohon-Green

Writer: Luke Schelhaas

Claire and Jamie experience the rising tensions in the colonies first-hand when they attend a Loyalist event in Wilmington in honor of the Scottish heroine, Flora MacDonald.

Director: Christiana Ebohon-Green

Writer: Barbara Stepansky

Jamie and Claire help civilians flee Ticonderoga after the fort falls into British hands. Roger discovers the identity of the mysterious 'Nuckelavee'.

Director: Tracey Deer

Writer: Sarah H. Haught

Claire and Jenny set out to rescue Jamie from his redcoat captors. When Murtagh joins up, they turn to unorthodox tactics to send word to Jamie. When word finally arrives, the news isn't what anyone had hoped.

Director: Metin Hüseyin

Writer: Matthew B. Roberts

As Jamie continues to hunt Murtagh with the aid of the zealous Lieutenant Hamilton Knox, he's forced to consider whether or not he's on the right side of history.

Director: Stephen Woolfenden

Writer: Toni Graphia, Luke Schelhaas

Jamie and his militia arrive at Hillsborough to learn that Governor Tryon has proposed a rather unorthodox solution to deal with the threat posed by the Regulators and to resolve the growing political crisis.

Director: Meera Menon

Writer: Alyson Evans, Steve Kornacki

At Jocasta's wedding, Jamie learns Tryon's true motivation for ending the Regulator threat.

Director: Meera Menon

Writer: Stephanie Shannon

The Frasers must come to terms with all that has changed in the aftermath of the Battle of Alamance Creek. Brianna tries to help Roger overcome the trauma he has endured. An unexpected visitor arrives at the Ridge.

Director: Stephen Woolfenden

Writer: Danielle Berrow

Richard Brown and his Committee of Safety arrive to arrest Claire for murder. However, due to the rising political tensions in the colonies, Brown's plan to find a judge for a trial does not go as expected.

Director: Jamie Payne

Writer: Luke Schelhaas

On the way to Scotland, Jamie is pulled back into the Revolutionary War. William is sent on a covert mission. Roger and Brianna struggle to adapt to life in the 1980s.

Director: Jacquie Gould

Writer: Marque Franklin-Williams

At Ticonderoga, Jamie and Claire prepare for an imminent British assault. Roger compiles information about time travel while Brianna earns the respect of her coworkers.

Director: Tracey Deer

Writer: Taylor Mallory

Jamie, Claire, and Ian return to Lallybroch. Ian reconnects with his family in a time of need, while Claire deals with the fallout from a long-held secret. Roger and Buck search for Jemmy in the past.

Director: Stewart Svaasand

Writer: Barbara Stepansky

Lord John Grey is put in a precarious position. William struggles to understand a surprising revelation.

Director: Lisa Clarke

Writer: Toni Graphia

Life in Paris is not without its trials as Jamie struggles to triumph over the traumas of his past. A fortunate meeting with Jacobite leader Prince Charles presents opportunities, while the Duke of Sandringham’s presence brings complications.

Director: Metin Hüseyin

Writer: Ira Steven Behr

Jamie’s days and nights are dominated by political machinations, while Claire finds solace in her healing skills. As their plan to stop Culloden progresses, including engaging the aid of a young pickpocket, the past threatens to derail their forward momentum.

Director: Metin Hüseyin

Writer: Anne Kenney

Claire and Jamie cross paths with Stephen Bonnet, a pirate and smuggler who enlists their help. Claire illuminates Jamie on some of America's history, leading him to wonder if it's possible for them to lay down roots.

Director: Julian Holmes

Writer: Matthew B. Roberts, Toni Graphia