# 10 Shows Like 'Outlander' You Should Watch Next
If you've binged your way through the Scottish highlands and 18th-century adventures of "Outlander," you're probably searching for your next historical romance fix. The show's blend of time travel, sweeping romance, political intrigue, and meticulously crafted period settings has created a devoted fanbase hungry for similar storytelling. Here's where to find it.
"Outlander" succeeds because it balances intimate character relationships with epic historical backdrops. Claire and Jamie's love story unfolds against the Jacobite Rebellion, the American Revolution, and colonial upheaval. The show respects both the romance and the history. If you loved this approach, several series deliver comparable depth.
"The Great" on Hulu offers dark comedy and romance set during Catherine the Great's rise to power in 18th-century Russia. Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult anchor the show with chemistry that rivals "Outlander," though the tone skews satirical rather than purely romantic. The production design rivals premium historical dramas, and the writing balances humor with genuine emotional stakes.
"Bridgerton" on Netflix has become a cultural phenomenon for good reason. Each season focuses on a different sibling's romance against the backdrop of Regency England. The show features diverse casting, steamy scenes, and intricate social politics. While less time-travel focused, it captures the same escapism and period detail that "Outlander" fans crave.
For darker, grittier historical romance, "Vikings: Valhalla" expands the "Vikings" universe with fresh characters and Norse seafaring adventures. The action sequences, costume work, and romantic entanglements feel equally cinematic to "Outlander," though expect more violence and less emotional introspection.
"Poldark" on PBS delivers British historical romance set during the American Revolution and its aftermath. Aidan Turner's brooding protagonist and Eleanor Tomlinson's nuanced performance create slow-burn chemistry across five seasons. The Cornish landscape substitutes for "Outlander's" Scottish terrain, and the political intrigue runs just as deep.
"The Serpent" on Netflix offers a true crime historical thriller with romance elements. Limited series format means you can finish quickly, but the atmospheric storytelling and period detail satisfy "Outlander" viewers looking for something slightly different.
"Penny Dreadful: City of Angels" and its predecessor "Penny Dreadful" blend Gothic horror with historical settings. If you appreciate "Outlander's" willingness to explore darkness alongside romance, these series deliver.
"Medici" on Netflix showcases Renaissance Florence with power dynamics, romance, and moral complexity. The show spans multiple seasons and generations, offering the long-form storytelling that keeps "Outlander" fans invested.
For something more recent, "The Gilded Age" from HBO creator Julian Fellowes (behind "Downton Abbey") explores 1880s New York society with sumptuous production values and layered character development.
Your next binge awaits. These shows share "Outlander's" commitment to period authenticity, romantic tension, and historical stakes. Pick based on your mood. Want Gothic atmosphere? Try "Penny Dreadful." Prefer comedy? Choose "The Great." Need pure Regency escapism? "Bridgerton" delivers every time.