Caitriona Balfe embraces graphic scenes in Outlander

Caitriona Balfe, known for her role as Claire Fraser in the series Outlander, has shown resilience while filming intense medical scenes. The show is famous for its graphic content, which is set against the backdrop of 18th-century Scotland and early America. During a recent podcast, writer Anne Kenney and executive producer Ronald D. Moore discussed Balfe's ability to handle these challenging scenes. Kenney noted that Balfe is not squeamish and has remained unfazed by the show's gruesome moments. Moore shared that Balfe faced intense situations right from her first day on set, which helped her adapt quickly. Filming such graphic scenes involves unique techniques. Sometimes, makeup is applied to other actors or prosthetics are used while the camera captures close-ups. Moore explained that some shots are filmed later to ensure the scenes look realistic, which sometimes involves different actors' hands. Fans are eagerly awaiting the upcoming eighth season of Outlander, which will conclude the series. This season promises surprising twists, including the unexpected survival of Claire and Jamie Fraser’s daughter, Faith, who originally passed away in an earlier season. Viewers can also expect to see developments regarding Jamie's character and his mysterious presence in the 1940s. As the television series prepares to end, author Diana Gabaldon continues to write, hinting at new directions for her story. Fans can now buy season 7 digitally or stream it on MGM+ via Prime Video.