10 Shows Like 'Outlander' You Should Watch Next
Discover 10 sultry historical romances and time-travel fantasy series to watch after finishing Outlander and Blood of My Blood.
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- Outlander concludes its 8-season run alongside Blood of My Blood season 2.
- Curated list of 10 historical romance and time-travel fantasy TV series.
- Features fan favorites including Lost in Austen, Poldark, and A Discovery of Witches.
- Available to stream across major platforms like Netflix, Peacock, and Prime Video.
Following the monumental conclusion of Outlander—the adaptation of Diana Gabaldon’s enduring book series—after eight seasons, and with the second-season debut of the prequel Blood of My Blood spearheaded by showrunner Matthew B. Roberts, fans are left searching for their next historical romance fix. Gabaldon is also reportedly at work on at least one more novel, ensuring the universe will continue to expand.
For viewers eager to fill the void left by Jamie and Claire, here is a curated list of 10 sultry historical romances available to stream right now, featuring everything from period drama intensity to magical time-travel twists.
- Lost in Austen: Jemima Rooper stars as a modern Austen fanatic Amanda Price who hallucinates her way into the Regency era and the plot of the novel. Stream on Peacock, Prime Video, and Tubi.
- Poldark: Aidan Turner plays Captain Ross Poldark, a British Army veteran returning to 18th-century Cornwall to rebuild his estate, aided by the fiery runaway Demelza. Stream on Netflix.
- A Discovery of Witches: Teresa Palmer stars as historian Diana Bishop alongside Matthew Goode as vampire Matthew Clairmont as they navigate magical threats and 1590s London. Stream on Netflix.
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The enduring popularity of historical romance series highlights how audiences are continually drawn to high-production period pieces that blend intricate world-building with intense interpersonal drama. Shows that successfully merge historical settings with fantasy or alternate timelines offer a distinct escapism that modern-day dramas often fail to replicate.
The list continues with several other gripping titles that explore court intrigue, culinary time travel, and classic sword-and-sandal action with a dramatic twist.
- Bon Appétit, Your Majesty: French cuisine master Lim Yoona travels back to the late 15th-century Joseon dynasty and must win over King Lee Heon. Stream on Netflix.
- Spartacus: A gritty, high-energy take on gladiator life following the slave uprising against the Roman Empire, starring Andy Whitfield and Liam McIntyre. Stream on Netflix.
- Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton spin-off focusing on the passionate and turbulent romance between young Queen Charlotte and King George III. Stream on Netflix.
Source: Lifehacker
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