Sam Heughan is back in a new series, and we’re not talking about Outlander. Set to premiere on August 11, the TV star returns to the open road for season two Men in Kilts: A Journey with Sam and Graham. Reuniting with an old lover foreigner teammate and close friend, Graham McTavish in the upcoming sequel, this time both going to New Zealand. Get a first look at their adventures in the trailer below…
WATCH: Sam Heughan returns for Men in Kilts second season – announcement
Before the release of the second season of Men in Kilts, Starz let fans know what to expect. In an official statement, the streamer said: “Heughan and McTavish will continue their immersive adventure travel experience, this time in New Zealand. They will enjoy New Zealand’s Scottish influence while immersed in its own history.”
Back in June, HELLO! also caught Graham McTavish at Netflix’s season three premiere magicianand he has a lot to say about the comeback men in kg.
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“Well, what fans can expect is to be surprised that I’m still alive,” Graham joked. “He [Sam Heughan]you know, he really scared me in the first season, but he really gave it his all [in season two].
“I know I brought him to New Zealand. I brought him, you know, he came at my invitation and I’m interested in history. [But] I try to talk to him about Maori culture, all that. And what he wanted was to simply throw me over the edge and torture me. So yes, fans will see the bare bones of fear.”
© Instagram The duo will explore New Zealand season two
It consists of four episodes, the second series of men in kg will be available to watch on STARZ next month, and the venue of the performance is particularly poignant for Graham.
New Zealand is his “very favorite” place because it is now his adopted hometown. A few years ago, actor Dougal MacKenzie moved from his native Scotland to Down Under after marrying director Gwen Isaacs.
The couple have two daughters, Honor and Hope, both born in New Zealand. Graham now lives in Wellington with his second wife, French photographer Garance Doré.
Filming for the second season of Men in Kilts was originally scheduled to take place in February 2022, with Sam announcing that they had landed in New Zealand. Sharing a photo of him and Graham posing in the mountains, actor Jamie Fraser wrote:
“We made it!” The men in kilograms are down! Feel blessed to be here, exploring this incredible island with its unique heritage. I can’t wait to share this epic journey with you. Let the adventures begin!!”
Of course, the news caused a backlash from fans. “Can’t wait to meet MIK NZ!” one person answered. “Yay NZ is amazing and I can’t wait for you to show us it!” add another one. Meanwhile, a third person wrote: “Wonderful! This is going to be awesome! Thank you and @grahammctavish for continuing to share your adventures with us!”
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