Outlander showrunner and executive producer took to Twitter Monday night to answer some fan questions about the show. Below are the relevant questions and answers.
@RonDMoore You’ve brought the goods OutlanderS3. Will you & team bring tall ships into our homes as if we r on high seas w you? #AskRonMoore
— Cyndi Hayes (@cyndilhayes) November 7, 2017
Thank you! We worked very hard on the tall ships for the rest of the season and only locked the finale last week. I think you'll like them https://t.co/FtFiz99fM0
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonMoore Really really really dying to know why Claire and Jamie didn’t hug/cry/have an ecstatic reunion in the print shop?
— Bethany Zaccone (@bzaccone8) November 7, 2017
It seemed pretty ecstatic to us. We let the actors play the scene as naturalistically as possible and I think they conveyed the emotions https://t.co/M7xbt0VYAl
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonMoore I've felt Season 3 has a great rhythm continuity to it…do you guys feel that?
— Robin Moore (@Chalmers01) November 7, 2017
I think that internally we all feel like this is a great season and possibly our strongest to date, so thank you. https://t.co/Rcu3i96ulr
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/Karen_Combs/status/927717628306776064
It was a drone shot. The ship was CGI as was a fair amount of the cliff and landscape. https://t.co/AvDiVISgJH
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore I was so happy to see Murtagh live. It was a great deviation from the book. What made you decide to keep him alive? #AskRonMoore
— Elizabeth Smith (@Dumspirospero67) November 7, 2017
We used Murtagh in a different way than the book, made him more a pivotal part of the family and felt like we wanted him to continue with us https://t.co/8dNX9GG2jZ
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore Jamie once gave Claire the chance to go back to her old life in season 1. Was Claire doing the same on the cliff? #AskRonMoore
— Vaenerys Targaryen 🐉🔥 (@senoritav76) November 7, 2017
I think that's a fair reading. https://t.co/lrmdT0qz75
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonMoore Whats the one scene you had to leave out for time constraints that really hurt to leave on editing floor?
— Wild eyed Rioter🌊🌊🌊 (@JenFairHatfield) November 7, 2017
Can't remember off-hand, unfortunately. There's a lot of extended bits of scenes that'll be in the DVD release, though. https://t.co/ZwElWZFxmt
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/cdngrl6/status/927717748582551552
Not yet https://t.co/WyrHXEmhB9
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonDMoore Who’s idea was it to release the scripts for fans? (Thank you! ) Are all scenes in the script usually filmed? Fergus scene?
— Dawn Polk (@7_polk) November 7, 2017
I think that was Sony. Generally, everything that's in the final draft is actually filmed. https://t.co/irvozQgu30
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore What has been your favorite Outlander episode to date and why???
— Outlander So. Jersey (@hal12362) November 7, 2017
I'm partial to the Garrison Commander. Bravura performances in a very limited space. Felt like a stage play but never claustrophobic. https://t.co/tpWZMj3fdr
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore Will you always make a point of writing the 1st episode of every season? #Outlander
— Angela DA (@NinyaDA) November 7, 2017
I broke with that tradition in Season Four. https://t.co/NCjJ9trMuK
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
Can you confirm that S4 will air next fall? #AskRonMoore
— Jane—SCOTUS is Politicized & Corrupt (@sinmck) November 7, 2017
Nothing official yet https://t.co/M1LsndAWtk
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
When are we going to see Murtagh again 😉 #AskRonMoore @Outlander_STARZ
— Mel D (@Mel_D18) November 7, 2017
Be patient…. https://t.co/mAJGdarybx
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore loving S3! Will things be handled a bit different for S4 since not as much travel for exotic locales? #AskRonMoore
— Carole Braun (@cbraunnj) November 7, 2017
Like every season, Four will have a distinct tone and feeling to it. That's one of the great things about the show. https://t.co/hElKuNMNsv
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
Did you ever consider having Claire and Jamie tell Jenny and Ian the truth?
— Laura (@laurasuevt) November 7, 2017
This comes up periodically. We always have to ask ourselves when and under what circumstances they would share that secret with someone. https://t.co/oeqS5T87jw
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
How long does it take to shoot one episode?
— Just Elizabeth Again (@SylnaZhinka) November 7, 2017
We shoot in two episode blocks and it takes about a month to prep and a month to shoot. https://t.co/RGt7Z51Cls
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/joannakille/status/927718169015476224
We always try to keep the continuity of the show as we move forward. Both Frank & Murtagh have significantly different stories as a result https://t.co/euNxhZWszs
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore Ron you & the writers have done a beautiful job w the adaptation. How involved have you been w individual scripts? #AskRonMoore
— Jill Shirley (@jillsh3) November 7, 2017
I supervise all of them, give notes at the story and script stage. But Toni & Matt do the day to day heavy lifting. https://t.co/y6OGLaOf53
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/Star54iwas/status/927719261333852165
Everyday…. https://t.co/8Y9W6CCemq
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore What made Jamie marry Laoghaire aside from her girls?had to justify it somehow 2 himself given what she did 2 Claire
— Yael Perez (@yael4freedom) November 7, 2017
There had always been a little chemistry there, remember him in S1. Also, once Claire seemed to forgive her in S2 it allowed him to as well https://t.co/gQAAq5ddr6
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/FemmePolitique/status/927720336958902272
Yes, we had other scenes and subplots with both, but they got squeezed out as the shows developed. https://t.co/bjzfCitLnh
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
Have you ever filmed alternative scenes to see which would work best and if so, been surprised at which one you decided on? #AskRonMoore
— DarkStardust #StandWithUkraine (@redgoldrush) November 7, 2017
No. In my experience, this is more legend than fact in the industry. Costs too much to do in most cases. https://t.co/SXiynEqDFK
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#askRonMoore #Outlander excited bout ships… what was best/worst part about filming on them
— Robin Schneider (@robinkake) November 7, 2017
The smell of fake vomit actually made people sick during 310. https://t.co/PfTv58ckG0
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore Will there be more mentions of Frank this season? Feels like there is still so much unresolved issues between J&C
— Yael Perez (@yael4freedom) November 7, 2017
He's gone but not forgotten by any of the characters https://t.co/B18Fx1zuzp
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
Do you read the press reviews each week? #AskRonMoore
— #Clan Heughan (@ClanHeughan) November 7, 2017
I glance at a sampling, but try not to do it too much. I like keeping a certain distance from the response. https://t.co/7pwNVzHGP1
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonMoore what is your ultimate goal in producing Outlander? Keeping the fans happy or maintaining authenticity?
— Maddie Date (@maddie_date) November 7, 2017
My goal is always to do a good show, one that I'm proud of and one that meets my expectations of myself and my team. https://t.co/AmW9ExDwug
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/FemmePolitique/status/927721999929171970
I miss Dougal & Colum & Angus & Rupert something fierce. https://t.co/gsEnDP3dYj
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore Are you committed to completing 1 book per season or are you open to having books last longer? Great job on S3!
— Lisa Schmitt (@schmitt6_lisa) November 7, 2017
We approach each season with an open mind. So far the one book per season has worked well, but it could change. https://t.co/TWIvcApWA8
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore If Jamie couldn't swim back with the treasure when he 1st found it, how was Ian going to get back to shore with it?" #AskRonMoore
— Amy Durham (@Amy_Durham) November 7, 2017
I think our rationalization was Jamie was tired and weak from years in prison and wasn't really all that interested in the treasure anyway. https://t.co/25UMhdWTBi
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/Brittan03636081/status/927723920790343680
It's tricky, but it's surprising what you can get away with. Justified shot in Southern CA but was set in Kentucky — much to my shock https://t.co/QI2BHswnii
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore Out of all the tv series you have been involved in, is it easier to do an adaptation or just start from scratch?
— Sherry Riley (@txsherbear) November 7, 2017
They're very different challenges, hard to say which is harder. Each can drive you crazy and each has special joys. https://t.co/1DjIC1YGv7
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/DumasElizabeth/status/927723929795547137
They amaze me with their talent every week. They're both at the very top of their professions and we're lucky to have them. https://t.co/MceinqxN8U
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
How do you keep track of all the plot deviations, such as the early William reveal, so that you can change the future scenes? #AskRonMoore
— Marcia Yale, #WeThe15 (@marciayale1964) November 7, 2017
We have a crack staff in the writer's room that tracks all of those kinds of things. https://t.co/LUCaqrQnoU
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonMoore How did young Ian plan to get that box of treasure back to shore?
— Bethany Zaccone (@bzaccone8) November 7, 2017
He has very strong teeth https://t.co/kNikYrfgTM
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore Did any of the scenes on the ships include actual sailing on the water or is it all CGI? That ship looked so real!
— Sherry Riley (@txsherbear) November 7, 2017
Nothing on the actual ocean. We used the Black Sails ships, and some are in water tanks. https://t.co/NwlliIl4RW
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
Was surprised by (-) reaction this season. Most fans❤️it. Do u do pep talk w cast & crew since u've experienced this w ⭐️trek? #AskRonMoore
— Meowzilla (@Meowzilla) November 7, 2017
I tell everyone not to get too caught up in the reactions of the moment. The show lives forever, that's the important thing. https://t.co/Vv5nWJO2d5
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore The writers create thescript,what we see is an interpretation of the script by the director or do writers have a say
— Wendi (@tucheer83) November 7, 2017
There's a writer/producer there all through prep and through the entire shoot. Changes are a collaborative decision. https://t.co/qVoCmR13os
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/rklovemusic/status/927723472666746880
I think Toni came up with that line as a call-back to S1. https://t.co/2FML02EOfG
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore Which of my looks is your favorite? Loose free ginger madness? Plaited? In a tricorn hat? Or dunbonnet? #AskRonMoore #outlander
— Sam Heughan's Hair (@SamHeughansHair) November 7, 2017
I dig that tricorn https://t.co/lHHrzyJv2u
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore Do you have a tradition on the first day of filming and/or the last day of filming?
— Beth (@sqrlb8) November 7, 2017
After the first shot I always shake hands with everyone around the camera. On the last I look for a cigarette https://t.co/b1erGuVAns
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonMoore I wanted Claire to tell Jenny the truth earlier in book…did you guys contemplate revealing truth earlier than it was in book?
— Robin Moore (@Chalmers01) November 7, 2017
We've talked about this several times. It comes up in regards to her and other characters depending on the circumstances. https://t.co/1dBZ4piWjQ
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonMoore I began to read the OL books because of S1. I'm enjoying the S3 but not everybody does. How do you take criticism?
— Airim Lamprau (@monitamuchacha) November 7, 2017
It comes with the territory. Trust me, the Outlander fans are no more critical than the Trek or BSG fans — it's part of loving a show! https://t.co/hgO5m1Ks8A
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/Kimberly6314/status/927725160278495232
Pretty early on. Back in S2 I knew we were going to start S3 with Culloden. https://t.co/fHNsjc3gka
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
How involved with the editing are you? @RonDMoore #AskRonMoore
— 𝐶𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑑𝑎 𝑁𝑢𝑛𝑒𝑧🕊 (@Candida_LN) November 7, 2017
It's one of my favorite parts of the process so I'm very involved. Joe Menosky once told me "you do your 2nd draft in the editing room" https://t.co/l7TqfJdyY2
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #askronmoore. Have you ever really disliked a scene already shot and made everyone do it all over again?
— GiseleCollettePozark (@gispoz) November 7, 2017
I wasn't happy with the wedding scene from S1, so we did it again. Ultimately, it's my fault if something wasn't done right the first time. https://t.co/uLRrrESfSw
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore Are all the scripts for each season written before filming begins, or do they write them as filming goes on? #AskRonMoore
— Jonna Bickford (@maddyash2) November 7, 2017
We're constantly writing and rewriting all through the season. https://t.co/wrUU4qZraj
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/alschaeb/status/927727866292375554
I do get the last word but I have definitely been persuaded after the fact to go back and change something. You have to keep an open mind. https://t.co/CKBXCbkKBG
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore Was Jamie really on just whiskey in surgery or laudanum from Claire's bag?he didn't flinch an inch! #ASKRONMOORE
— M Adkins (@chelladkj4641) November 7, 2017
He's the King of Men, what do you expect? https://t.co/fIMjKrkG1t
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
The part where BJR reaches for Jamie when they are near the end of fight.Was that scripted or something Tobias improvised?#AskRonMoore
— Elizabeth Smith (@Dumspirospero67) November 7, 2017
It wasn't scripted. I think the actors and director came up with that during rehearsal. https://t.co/lExiezLiou
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
Will you ever make another cameo appearance in a future ep? #AskRonMoore
— Bonnie Teut (@b_teut) November 7, 2017
It's no picnic being an extra, so probably not — I don't like to work as hard as they do. https://t.co/CutuN3lLE3
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore which would you rather have: more air time for an episode or more filming time to perfect the air time you have? #AskRonMoore
— Anita B🍩nita (@bAnitaF) November 7, 2017
More filming time, absolutely. https://t.co/tDAwK6HyWH
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
What's going on with Murtagh? Wondering why Jamie hasn't yet told Claire about M surviving Culloden and being at Ardsmuir. #askronmoore
— Anita (@Anita_NorCal) November 6, 2017
I think we can assume Jamie tells her about this off-camera. https://t.co/j6pt32yjI1
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/Kimberly6314/status/927724148612370434
We try to keep both audiences in mind. But in the end, you have to go with what you think is the best story and hope the audience agrees. https://t.co/v0SvyOqTRe
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore Is there already a Director assigned to the Season Finale Ep313? #AskRonMoore
— RoMan (@romantwin22) November 7, 2017
It's already been shot and locked! Directed by our own Matt Roberts. https://t.co/rUsNBj05Qv
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
#AskRonMoore have you fully stepped back from all Outlander production? And if so why?
— Wendy Allsop (@wendy_allsop3) November 7, 2017
No, I'm still involved but I've delegated more of the day to day duties to Matt & Toni. https://t.co/kOzddjpkG3
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
This is shocking info since it turned out so well! Now I’m curious what you disliked? Will it be on the DVD extras? #AskRonMoore
— RoMan (@romantwin22) November 7, 2017
I believe I talked about it on the podcast, which is now the commentary track on the DVD. https://t.co/rwNIj6zGgi
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
@RonDMoore #AskRonMoore which writer tends to be last one standing defending his /her position in writers room? @OutlanderWriter
— Yael Perez (@yael4freedom) November 7, 2017
They're all passionate and willing to fight to the end. That's the mark of a good writers' room. https://t.co/qIBKLqkVTG
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
https://twitter.com/2ndsisterof5/status/927732140036341761
He's actually been directing 2nd unit for some time now https://t.co/HIyBbtk3X4
— Ronald D. Moore (@RonDMoore) November 7, 2017
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