Outlander’s Caitriona Balfe is ‘unrecognisable’ in brand new role | TV & Radio | Showbiz & TV

Caitriona Balfe, famed for her role in the Starz historical drama Outlander, has stunned fans with a new character that is a far cry from the show’s setting.

Whilst Balfe and her co-star Sam Heughan—who played Claire and Jamie Fraser—have just finished shooting for the final season of Outlander, they’re not taking any breaks. The duo is already diving into fresh ventures outside of the series.

Irish talent Balfe has undergone a dramatic transformation for her new part, acting beside Hollywood’s Rami Malek in the thrilling film, The Amateur.

The movie, adapted from Robert Littell’s bestselling book, features Malek as Charlie Heller, a CIA analyst whose life is upended after his spouse Sarah (played by Rachel Brosnahan) falls victim to a terror plot.

Determined to avenge her death, Charlie embarks on a renegade mission to find and eliminate those behind the act, despite his inexperience with firearms.

While Balfe’s specific contribution to the story is shrouded in secrecy, anticipation surges among fans who were impressed by her Russian-accented role in this contemporary thriller.

Bolstered by excitement from her fanbase, she shared a trailer for The Amateur, prompting moviegoers to flock to the cinemas.

Admirers have been vocal in their praise, with one comment on her update standing out: “A completely different role unlike anything we’ve seen you in before, and you rocked it! And nailed yet another accent, too! Well done.”

Fans took to social media to praise the star, with one writing: “Seen it and you were BRILLIANT!! Such a great movie!”

Another fan commented: “Saw The Amateur and really liked it! [Redacted] is such a different role and you were fantastic!”

The star’s latest outing proved to be a real hit, with another fan sharing: “I watched the movie today and I already want to watch it again,

“Your Russian accent has improved significantly since Star Force! What an impeccable performance!

“[Redacted] now occupies second place on my podium, losing only to Claire Fraser.”

Meanwhile, another fan shared their excitement at seeing the star on screen, writing: “Saw this yesterday and you were brilliant. Of course I jumped up and said ‘there she is!’ We all were excited to see you.”

While this role marked a departure from her famous portrayal of Claire in Outlander, her fans are still eager to check out her latest movie.

The Amateur is in UK cinemas now. Outlander is available on Starz in the US and MGM+ via Prime Video in the UK.