Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi “Becoming Murtagh & Jocasta: Rory Alexander and Sadhbh Malin
In this roundtable conversation, actors Rory Alexander and Sadhbh Malin join us to explore their transformative roles as young Murtagh Fitzgibbons Fraser and Jocasta Cameron in Outlander: Blood of My Blood. As the prequel breathes new life into beloved characters, Rory and Sadhbh share how they navigated the emotional terrain of portraying younger versions of figures already etched into fans’ hearts.
From the subtle tension of unspoken affection to the weight of inherited grief, they unpack the complexity of Murtagh and Jocasta’s evolving relationship—one shaped by longing, loyalty, and the shadow of Ellen MacKenzie. We dive into the challenges of playing “the right emotions” opposite each other, especially when the characters’ futures are already known to the audience.
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Costume as Character: Both actors discuss how their period costumes helped shape posture, presence, and emotional authenticity
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Uncomfortable Scenes: Behind-the-scenes stories of filming emotionally raw or physically demanding moments, and how trust between castmates made all the difference
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Moments of Joy: Rory and Sadhbh share their favorite “pleasant scenes”—from quiet walks on set to spontaneous laughter during rehearsals