Claire’s (Caitriona Balfe) journey back through time will happen a little earlier than expected.
Starz announced the pilot episode of Outlander will be available online and on demand beginning August 2nd, a full week before the series’ August 9th at 9PM premiere. In addition to being available via Starz on demand, viewers will be able to watch the episode on the official site, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter.
“We’ve heard from fans the world over who are anxiously awaiting to see how we’ve brought Claire and Jamie to life in what may possibly be the most highly anticipated series in Starz history,” commented Starz CEO Chris Albrecht prior to the company’s presentation at the Summer Television Critics Association (TCA) Press Tour. “Our ‘Outlander’ sampling strategy serves the dual purpose of giving early access to the series premiere for those fans thirsting to watch it as soon as possible, as well as providing a vehicle that introduces the STARZ experience to prospective new subscribers who are eager to learn all about this great new series.”
Outlander follows the story of Claire, a married nurse who goes back in time where she falls for Scottish warrior Jamie (Sam Heughan). The first eight episodes of the 16 episode premiere season will begin Saturday August 9th. The second half of the season will air in 2015.