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Skip Week Stalls Outlander Finale Push
2 May
Summary
- Episode 9 of Outlander's final season is delayed.
- A one-week 'skip week' causes the unexpected break.
- The new episode is scheduled for May 9, finale on May 16.
Outlander Season 8 has encountered an unexpected one-week hiatus, with episode nine, "Pharos," not airing as scheduled. This "skip week" has halted the show's steady progress towards its conclusion, surprising many fans as it occurs so close to the finale.
While Starz has not officially commented on the delay, skip weeks are a common television tactic to build anticipation. The new release date for episode nine is set for May 9. Following this, the series finale, episode ten, will air on May 16, bringing the eighth and final season to a close within May.
This delay emphasizes the final stretch of the beloved series, which debuted in 2014. For viewers seeking to stay engaged during the break, the prequel series, Outlander: Blood of my Blood, offers additional content exploring the universe's backstory. The creators aim for maximum audience investment as the show nears its end.
