We finally have our answer! While the murder mystery element of Outlander seasons six and seven – who killed Malva – kept us hooked, the truth finally came out in season seven. Warning, spoilers ahead!
After Tom Christie took responsibility for Malva’s murder to save Claire, it was revealed that it was his son, Allan, who killed his sister after they had an incestuous, abusive relationship. He admits that she planned to confess the baby’s true origins, and when Claire told him to leave Fraser’s Ridge, young Ian took it upon himself to settle the matter and kill him.
To discuss the latest episode, Mark Lewis Jones – who plays Tom – joined our Outlander Insider to tell us all about it. Check out our discussion here…
Speaking to HELLO!, Mark revealed that even though Tom could face the death penalty for the murder of Malva, we’ll see him again on the show. He joked: “I’ll be watching with the ignorant fans, but I know what’s going to happen with Tom, we’ll see him again.” Attractive!
Malva was killed in the sixth season
It turned out to be her brother Allan
He added: “What we know up to that point, when he sacrificed himself, I think he thought he was going to be charged and found guilty.” I don’t think he has a lofty plan… He honestly sacrifices himself so that Claire can be with Jamie, which is even more remarkable. He has that unconditional love.
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Speaking of the big reveal, he continued: “I don’t know what’s going on between Allan and Malva. I don’t think Tom really believes it’s Claire. He was always suspicious of something else, but he couldn’t put his finger on it. What Tom is trying to hide is revealed, there are many skeletons in their cupboard. He’s trying to present this terrible background to this devout, pious family.”
© James Minchin Caitriona Balfe and Sam Heughan in Outlander
He continued: “I think he’s happy to have them in the back! It was a pleasant feeling for Tom that he didn’t have to deal with all that. His children were a pain to him and brought back a lot of terrible memories, and he did his best as a father, he tried to be the best father. maybe… but their history comes back to haunt them.”
© Robert Wilson Tom Christie saved Claire in Outlander
Fans loved the latest episode, with one writing: “I don’t know how I can watch this episode without stopping in tears. There’s a lot to unpack. We are happy to have some scenes from the book in this volume. And one thing that I’ll never get tired of is that Jamie and Claire are parents and grandparents,” while another added: “Best #Outlander episode… ever? Cinematography, music, performances, redeeming Malva, wholesome content Bree/William, Jamie/John, fireflies, giant mouse named Michael (lol), Claire/Jamie classic swoon, goodbye, spoilers group?!? Epic around.
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