Claire & Jamie Moments in Outlander Season 7 Mid-Season Finale, Ranked
From momentous to romantic, these scenes appeal directly to our emotions.
Outlander's Season 7 midseason finale proved to be an emotional rollercoaster for all fans of the Starz time-travel drama. The dread of the upcoming Droughtlander, combined with the episode's brilliant writing and acting, resulted in a slew of poignant moments featuring protagonists Jamie and Claire Fraser.
Here are five of the most memorable Fraser moments from Episode 8, Turning Points.
5. Talking to Benedict Arnold
The exchange with Benedict Arnold marks a significant moment for Claire and Jamie. Arnold's enthusiasm grows when Jamie recites a line from a poem. The Frasers conceal the fact that the poet who penned the quoted line hasn't been born yet. That, coupled with Claire's foresight of Arnold's future, raises some intriguing questions about time travel and predestination.
4. Saying Goodbye to Simon Fraser
One of the episode's most heart-rending scenes unfolds when Jamie and Claire visit the enemy camp to stay beside the dying Simon Fraser. Many fans were deeply moved by the way Jamie made sure the tent flap remained open so the Highlander's soul could depart.
3. Confronting William
It's heart-wrenching to see Jamie deeply conflicted about his son joining the Red Coats. The emotion intensifies during the Second Battle of Saratoga when Jamie inadvertently shoots William's hat off.
Thankfully, his son remains unharmed, allowing Jamie a brief but meaningful conversation with him outside Simon's tent.
2. Clash on the Battlefield
After combing through countless fallen soldiers on the battlefield of the First Battle of Saratoga and warding off looters, Claire is finally reunited with her husband. To the relief of many, Jamie is very much alive. He manages to stand and even endures Claire's reprimand for his recklessness. The couple's transition from heated words to a passionate embrace is a deeply moving moment.
1. Seeing Scotland
The episode culminates with Jamie and Claire returning to Scotland. The instant they glimpse the shores of their cherished homeland is unforgettable. A Gaelic melody extolling the beauty of Scotland is playing in the background, capturing the depth of Claire and Jamie's emotions perfectly. It's a perfect conclusion to the episode.