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Outlander and Camelot

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Anyone watch these 2 shows?

I watched the 1st episode of each one last night and they didn't really draw me in, although I think I liked Camelot a little more.

Wondering if they get better and worth it to keep watching?
 
I have watched Outlander from the beginning. At first I didn't like it as much but it has really grown on me. My wife says it does a good job sticking to the book series.

This season was way better than the last one.
 
Can't speak to Camelot but Outlander can be interesting if you look at it from a historical perspective. For example I know next to nothing about Scottish history so I enjoy looking up a lot of the references.

However that said, a lot of the plot revolves around interpersonal relationships so it has the air of a soap opera about it. Just like Battlestar Galactica is primarily a soap opera set in space, this is one set in 18th century Scotland. There is some action but it is mostly drama.

Personally I've enjoyed but it really depends on what you're looking for.
 
My wife watches Outlander and she enjoys it. I think she mentioned that it's based on a book series that she read. Anyway she likes it but the few times I watched it it wasn't my cup of tea. Like Charmonium mentioned there is a lot of drama.
 
I watched both. If I had to pick one, I'd choose Outlander, but only because I didnt like the actor they chose for Arthur in Camelot. Both shows do get better as they go, but the problem with Camelot is that it was cancelled after 1 season, and it ended on a cliffhanger.
 
I might have to revise what I said earlier. I just watched this week's episode and it brutal, graphic and completely unpredictable. It was a solid hour of tension and suspense. I think the season finale is next week and they set it up perfectly.
 
Love Outlander. The photography and sets are amazing. Acting is very good.

It is based off what some describe as a Harlequin romance novel though... I found a few episodes on the slow side.
 
Childs said:
I watched both. If I had to pick one, I'd choose Outlander, but only because I didnt like the actor they chose for Arthur in Camelot. Both shows do get better as they go, but the problem with Camelot is that it was cancelled after 1 season, and it ended on a cliffhanger.
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yeah, not liking the actor who plays Arthur. Didn't realize it was cancelled. just watched episode 2 tonight and it was a bit more interesting. probabl y shouldn't continue.

I want to give Outlander a chance yet since I love Scotland (and Ireland), the music, and the scenery.
 
pontifex said:
yeah, not liking the actor who plays Arthur. Didn't realize it was cancelled. just watched episode 2 tonight and it was a bit more interesting. probabl y shouldn't continue.

I want to give Outlander a chance yet since I love Scotland (and Ireland), the music, and the scenery.
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By the end of the season Camelot was pretty good. Kinda surprised it got cancelled. Outlander should have you hooked by the second or 3rd episode. I actually thought it was a TV series based on the Outlander movie, so the first episode I was in WTF mode, but most people would probably be hooked by the first or second episode. Its a fairly manly romantic drama.
 
Outlander is back for their second season. It premiered last night so if you missed it you should be able to catch up on-demand or via "other" channels.
 
I did end up liking Outlander. Was very good imo.

I ended up liking Camelot too and was disappointed it only had 1 season.
 
Vacactioned all throughout Scotland last year.

I know enough about Scottish history...and their wicked booze.

No need to watch a stupid time traveling soap opera show.
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Camelot got cancelled. No need to watch that either. Rather play my guitar.
 
dr150 said:
Vacactioned all throughout Scotland last year.

I know enough about Scottish history...and their wicked booze.

No need to watch a stupid time traveling soap opera show.
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Camelot got cancelled. No need to watch that either. Rather play my guitar.
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Sounds like there is no need for you to post on this thread. Yet, here you are.
 
pontifex said:
I did end up liking Outlander. Was very good imo.

I ended up liking Camelot too and was disappointed it only had 1 season.
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Yeah. It's quite good. All of the actors nail their parts. It's one of the few shows I watch where I feel like I'm a part of the story and don't constantly get bounced back to reality because of bad acting, plot holes, suspension of disbelief, etc. Personally, I'd put it at least on a par with GoT.
 
Outlander premieres here tonight... can't wait. From the spoilers I read, it's going to be an amazing season. Hope it gets renewed because the storyline coming up, according to the novels, is crazy.
 
Imp said:
Outlander premieres here tonight... can't wait. From the spoilers I read, it's going to be an amazing season. Hope it gets renewed because the storyline coming up, according to the novels, is crazy.
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Might have to give it a try again, I think we watched the first 4 or so episodes of the first season and the wife even lost interest att.
 
MongGrel said:
Might have to give it a try again, I think we watched the first 4 or so episodes of the first season and the wife even lost interest att.
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The wife lost interest? I'd have expected you to considering the fine male asses on the show for view.

P.S. Turns out Catriona Balfe was a Victoria's Secret model, speaks Irish Gaelic and French. Pretty impressive...
 
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