Outlander’s Sam Heughan talks ‘worst experience’ on set – it’s not the season one finale
Unexpected Challenges on Set
Sam Heughan, who portrays the rugged Highlander Jamie Fraser in "Outlander," has faced numerous challenges while filming the hit series. Despite the intense and emotionally draining scenes he filmed for the season one finale, it turns out that his worst experience on set was something entirely different. Surprisingly, it wasn't the harrowing scenes with Black Jack Randall that topped his list of on-set struggles.
The True Culprit: Midges
Heughan revealed that the most torturous aspect of filming "Outlander" has been dealing with midges, the tiny biting gnats prevalent in the Scottish Highlands. These persistent pests have been a constant nuisance for the cast and crew. "The midges are just awful," Heughan admitted, highlighting the insects' tendency to invade under wigs and costumes, making life on set particularly miserable.
Memorable Mishaps
In a light-hearted conversation with co-star Caitriona Balfe, Heughan reminisced about some particularly tough days on set. Balfe recalled an incident where they were stuck on a boat without toilet facilities or food for an entire day, which Heughan confirmed was indeed "pretty horrific." This story, among others, paints a vivid picture of the less glamorous side of television production.
Behind the Scenes Battles
Heughan's battle with midges isn't just a one-off complaint. These insects have become infamous among the "Outlander" cast and crew, often leading to comical yet frustrating situations. Fellow actor Graham McTavish joked about Heughan being a magnet for midges, describing scenes where a cloud of gnats would swarm around Heughan's head, making filming even more challenging.
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