Outlander is a historical fantasy romantic drama series developed by Ronald D. Moore. Based on Diana Gabaldon‘s book series of the same name, the Starz series follows Claire, a former World War II military nurse in Scotland who is transported back in time to the 1740s and soon finds herself falling for Jamie Fraser, a charming Highland warrior. Outlander stars CaitrÃona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Tobias Menzies, Graham McTavish, Duncan Lacroix, Grant O’Rourke, Stephen Walters, and Gary Lewis. So, if you loved the historical setting, romantic drama, and compelling characters in Outlander, here are some similar shows you should check out next.
A Discovery of Witches (Netflix, AMC+, Acorn TV, & Sling TV)
A Discovery of Witches is a British fantasy romance drama series. Based on Deborah Harkness’ All Souls Trilogy, the Sky series revolves around the love story of Dana Bishop, a historian who discovers that she comes from a long line of witches and Matthew Clairmont, a vampire. A Discovery of Witches stars Matthew Goode, Teresa Palmer, Edward Bluemel, Louise Brealey, Malin Buska, and Aiysha Hart.
Outlander: Blood of My Blood (Starz & The Roku Channel)
Outlander: Blood of My Blood is a historical romantic drama series developed by Matthew B. Roberts. Based on characters created by Diana Gabaldon, the Starz series is a prequel to the popular Outlander series, and it revolves around the love stories of the parents of Jamie Fraser and Claire Beauchamp. Outlander: Blood of My Blood stars Harriet Slater, Jamie Roy, Hermione Corfield, and Jeremy Irvine.
Poldark (PBS & Rent on Prime Video)
Poldark is a British historical romantic drama series created by Debbie Horsfield. Based on Winston Graham’s novel series of the same name, the BBC One series is set during the 1780s, and it follows Captain Ross Vennor Poldark as he returns from the American Revolutionary War and finds everything in shambles and tries to rebuild his life. Poldark stars Aidan Turner, Eleanor Tomlinson, Heida Reed, Ruby Bentall, Jack Farthing, Luke Norris, Beatie Edney, Pip Torres, and Caroline Blakiston.
Bridgerton (Netflix)
Bridgerton is an alternate history romantic drama series created by Chris Van Dusen. Based on Julia Quinn’s book series of the same name, the Netflix series is set during the Regency era and revolves around the close-knit Bridgerton siblings as they try to find love while navigating the English high society. Bridgerton stars Adjoa Andoh, Julie Andrews, Phoebe Dynevor, Sabrina Bartlett, Jonathan Bailey, Luke Newton, and Ben Miller.
Black Sails (Netflix, Starz, Tubi, & The Roku Channel)
Black Sails is a period action adventure drama series co-created by Jonathan E. Steinberg and Robert Levine. The Starz series is set in the early 18th century on New Providence Island, and it follows Captain Flint as he fights against the British navy to save his people. Black Sails stars Toby Stephens, Hannah New, Luke Arnold, Jessica Parker Kennedy, Tom Hopper, Zach McGowan, Tony Schmitz, and Clara Paget.
The Empress (Netflix)
The Empress is a German historical drama series created by Katharina Eyssen. The Netflix series follows Elisabeth “Sisi” von Wittelsbach, the young Bavarian Duchess who falls in love with and marries Emperor Franz and soon finds herself navigating the complex culture of the Viennese court. The Empress stars Devrim Lingnau, Melika Foroutan, Philip Froissant, Johannes Nussbaum, and Elisa Schlott.
The Great (Hulu)
The Great is a period dark comedy-drama series created by Tony McNamara. The Hulu series revolves around a young Catherine the Great as she marries into the Russian royalty and finds herself on the wrong end of an oppressive culture which constantly keeps her life in danger. The Great stars Elle Fanning, Nicholas Hoult, Phoebe Fox, Sacha Dhawan, Charity Wakefield, Gwilym Lee, Adam Godley, and Douglas Hodge.
Dickinson (Apple TV+)
Dickinson is a comedy-drama series created by Alena Smith. The Apple TV+ series is set during the 19th century, and it follows a young Emily Dickinson as she navigates the oppressive world around her while trying to achieve her dream of becoming a writer. Dickinson stars Hailee Steinfeld, Toby Huss, Adrian Blake Enscoe, Anna Baryshnikov, Ella Hunt, Jane Krakowski, Amanda Warren, and Chinaza Uche.
The Spanish Princess (Starz, The Roku Channel, & Rent on Prime Video)
The Spanish Princess is a historical drama series co-developed by Emma Frost and Matthew Graham. Based on Philippa Gregory’s novels The King’s Curse and The Constant Princess, the Starz series follows Catherine of Aragon, the Spanish Princess, as she vies for the throne while navigating the complicated and deadly world of politics in England. The Spanish Princess stars Sai Bennett, Alicia Borrachero, Andrew Buchan, Laura Carmichael, Daniel Cerqueira, Aaron Cobham, and Elliot Cowan.
My Lady Jane (Prime Video)
My Lady Jane is a historical fantasy romantic comedy-drama series created by Gemma Burgess. Based on the novel of the same name co-written by Jodi Meadows, Brodi Ashton, and Cynthia Hand, the Prime Video series is set in an alternate 16th-century England, and it follows Lady Jane Grey, who becomes the target for everyone after she finds herself crowned Queen. My Lady Jane stars Emily Bader, Edward Bluemel, Anna Chancellor, Rob Brydon, Jordan Peters, Kate O’Flynn, Abbie Hern, Henry Ashton, and Dominic Cooper.