10 Period Romance Shows to Watch While Waiting for Outlander Prequel

Any die-hard Outlander fan will tell you that there is no other show that so carefully balances the elements of fantasy, adventure and romance all at once. They may be right, because Outlander is unique among all other stories.

However, since there is still time before either the second part of the 7th season of Outlander or the prequel Blood of My Blood will be released, you might be interested in checking out the series with a similar vibe. And, most importantly, just as strong of a chemistry between the romantic leads.

Here are 10 TV shows that every Outlander fan must watch.

A Discovery of Witches (2018-2022)

Starring Theresa Palmer and Matthew Goode as a witch and a vampire, the show takes you back to the 1980s. Convinced not to trust each other because of the feud between their species, Diana Bishop and Matthew Clairmont are reluctant to work together at first, but the determination to solve the mysteries of the magical world brings them closer together.

Versailles (2015-2018)

If you love a good palace intrigue drama and don't mind following a variety of characters, this joint Canadian-American-European production is a perfect choice for you. Embark on the journey of the young King Louis XIV, who decides to force his court to submit to him by moving them to his father's former hunting lodge near the hamlet of Versailles.

Bridgerton ( 2020-...)

Bridgerton may offer the polished version of history, but it is the spiciest ongoing period piece on television. Based on the series of romantic novels by Julia Quinn, each season of the show follows a different Bridgerton sibling in their quest to find love. Let's just say they encounter enough obstacles along the way to make each love story a true adventure.

Poldark (2015-2019)

Based on the novels of the same name by Winston Graham, the series focuses on the story of Captain Ross Vennor Poldark, who returns home from the American War of Independence to find that life has changed dramatically since the death of his father. Now it's his duty to restore everything to the way it was.

The Tudors (2007-2010)

While Showtime 's The Tudors may not be the best representation of 16th-century England, the show does its job by being highly entertaining and scandalous enough to keep viewers hooked. From classic palace intrigue to love, betrayal and sacrifice, you will experience it all as if you were a part of Henry VIII's court.

Black Sails (2014-2017)

If you love a good pirate story, this is the show for you. Adventurous, action-packed, rich and character-driven, Black Sails proves that the freedom given to creative teams has a direct impact on the quality of the production. It may not be a fantasy story, but it's a truly fantastic period piece.

Timeless (2016-2018)

Even though the show wasn't as popular on NBC as fans wanted it to be, it was good. So good, in fact, that the small but mighty fanbase rallied for it to get a second season and a proper finale. The time-traveling adventure through various eras with the goal to benefit a mysterious organization will not leave anyone indifferent.

The Essex Serpent (2022)

The show's star-studded cast speaks for itself, but it's not Tom Hiddleston, Claire Danes, or Clémence Poésy that keeps viewers coming back for more. It is the intriguing and intense investigation into reports of a mythical snake that attracts the attention of the London widow and the local vicar.

The Spanish Princess (2019-2020)

The Starz limited miniseries follows the life story of Catherine of Aragon, the Spanish princess of the same name, who became Queen of England as the first wife of King Henry VIII. The story includes everything you would expect from such a play, from tragedy and war to outbursts of emotion, love and passion.

Dickinson (2019-2021)

Starring Hailee Steinfeld as the American poet Emily Dickinson, who only gained wider recognition after her death, the series shows how conflicted life could be for a woman who didn't see herself as fitting in her time. The story highlights not only Dickinson's personal relationships, but also the social and political climate of the time.