Blood of My Blood" stars celebrated the prequel series’ premiere at the Directors Guild of America in Los Angeles on Monday night and were welcomed by the original show’s cast members Graham McTavish and Sam Heughan.

It would not be outlandish to say that Starz has complete faith in "Outlander." Not only is the tentpole series gearing up for its heavily anticipated final episodes next year, but the fantasy period drama is even getting a prequel to hold audiences over until then.

Starz’s ‘Outlander’ Prequel Will Seduce You All Over Again Meanwhile, the wealthy Grant family continues to grow more and more powerful in the region. Red Jacob kept them at bay, but with his death, a power vacuum has been left open for them to exploit.