Outlander star speaks out on Lord John Grey spin-off – revealing it was written and scrapped

Outlander star speaks out on Lord John Grey spin-off – revealing it was written and scrapped

As an ardent admirer of David Berry’s enchanting portrayal of Lord John Grey in Outlander, I find myself deeply engrossed in the fascinating saga of his character, both on and off-screen. The tantalizing prospect of a spin-off series delving deeper into Lord John’s life has been a beacon of hope for many fans, including myself.


David Berry, known for his role in Outlander, has explained why a separate series based on Lord John Grey hasn’t been produced yet. He mentioned that there was almost approval for such a project multiple years ago.

This historical series chronicles the long-lasting bond between Scottish Highlands warrior, Jamie Fraser (played by Sam Heughan), and the time-traveling nurse, Claire Beauchamp (portrayed by Caitríona Balfe), across several decades.

Among many characters encountered throughout their extraordinary journey, there’s Lord John (Berry). Initially, he intersects their lives when they were both teenagers, then reappears in adulthood. Remarkably, their relationship evolves into an unforeseen bond of friendship with Jamie over time.

Readers familiar with the Outlander series know that author Diana Gabaldon has penned numerous novels and short stories exploring Lord John’s character more thoroughly. There have been discussions about a possible spin-off, but for approximately six years now, these talks seem to have slowed down or halted altogether.

During an interview with Deadline, Berry mentioned: “I’ve never discussed this topic before. However, now that the series has ended, I feel a little freer to talk about it. In season 4, there was a point where we planned to film our Lord John series.

As a devoted cinephile, I had agreed to bring a captivating series to life through a signed contract with a writer on board. The question hung in the balance as to whether the network would greenlight the project, but ultimately, at that moment in time, it was deemed not aligning with their vision or aspirations.

Well, as a devoted movie lover, I can tell you that bringing back an old favorite for a spin-off is always an exciting prospect. However, it’s all about finding the right network and generating enough audience interest to make it happen. Alas, there was a moment when it seemed like a go, but unfortunately, things didn’t work out as planned. It was truly disheartening not to see it move forward at that time.

As a movie enthusiast, I find myself pondering over the possibility of witnessing more adventures with this beloved character. Ultimately, the fate of sequels lies in the hands of the viewers, and if the curiosity to delve deeper into this character’s story remains, we might just be in for another thrilling ride!

Prepare for the highly anticipated return of Outlander! The second part of season 7 is just around the corner, and we’re not far from witnessing the final season, the much-anticipated eighth season, which will mark the end of this incredibly popular series.

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2024-11-21 16:05