Outlander: Blood Of My Blood's Sam Retford And Bobby Rainsbury Explore Dougal And Maura's Unlikely, Fiery Connection In Season 2: 'It's Omnipotent'
The actors behind Castle Leoch's newest couple discuss Dougal and Maura's newfound newlywed phase.
In the second season of Outlander: Blood of My Blood, the unlikely and passionate connection between Dougal MacKenzie and Maura Grant is explored. The characters, played by Sam Retford and Bobby Rainsbury, find themselves drawn to each other despite initial distrust and mistrust. Retford, who plays Dougal, describes their bond as "omnipotent" and "immovable."
As the couple navigates their relationship, their physical intimacy becomes a significant aspect of their growing connection. Rainsbury emphasizes the importance of giving Maura agency over her sexuality, stating that she "is not going to be ashamed of it. This is who I am." Retford credits Rainsbury for helping him find a new angle for the character of Dougal, who must navigate his traditionally macho persona while finding compassion for his new wife.
The first encounter between Dougal and Maura, following the tragic death of Malcolm Grant, showcases Dougal's surprising act of compassion as he checks on her wellbeing. This moment foreshadows the transformation that will occur in their relationship over the course of Season 2.
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