Battlestar Galactica (2004–2009)

When an old enemy, the Cylons, resurface and obliterate the 12 colonies, the crew of the aged Galactica protects a small civilian fleet - the last of humanity - as they journey toward the fabled 13th colony of Earth.

Stars:

Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Jamie Bamber

Won 3 Primetime Emmys. Another 24 wins & 59 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Edward James Olmos	...	Admiral William Adama (73 episodes, 2004-2009)
Mary McDonnell	...	President Laura Roslin (73 episodes, 2004-2009)
Jamie Bamber	...	Cpt. Lee 'Apollo' Adama (73 episodes, 2004-2009)
James Callis	...	Dr. Gaius Baltar (73 episodes, 2004-2009)
Tricia Helfer	...	Number Six (73 episodes, 2004-2009)
Grace Park	...	Lt. Sharon 'Boomer' Valerii (73 episodes, 2004-2009)
Katee Sackhoff	...	Captain Kara 'Starbuck' Thrace (71 episodes, 2004-2009)
Michael Hogan	...	Colonel Saul Tigh (69 episodes, 2004-2009)
Aaron Douglas	...	Chief Galen Tyrol (66 episodes, 2004-2009)
Tahmoh Penikett	...	Captain Karl 'Helo' Agathon (64 episodes, 2004-2009)
Alessandro Juliani	...	Lt. Felix Gaeta (59 episodes, 2004-2009)
Kandyse McClure	...	Officer Anastasia Dualla (54 episodes, 2004-2009)
Donnelly Rhodes	...	Dr. Cottle (36 episodes, 2004-2009)
Nicki Clyne	...	Crewman Specialist Cally Henderson (36 episodes, 2004-2008)
Bodie Olmos	...	Lt. Brendan 'Hot Dog' Constanza (36 episodes, 2004-2009)
Michael Trucco	...	Samuel Anders (35 episodes, 2005-2009)
Leah Cairns	...	Racetrack (33 episodes, 2005-2009)
Rekha Sharma	...	Tory Foster (31 episodes, 2006-2009)

Storyline

The second war against the Cylons is over and The Twelve Colonies have been destroyed. Now Commander Adama of the Battlestar Galatica and President Laura Roslin lead a ragtag fleet of refugees in a supposed search for the fabled lost thirteenth colony, Earth. However, the dangers they face are many which compound an already difficult situation. In addition to the Cylons hunting and attacking the fleet in space, their infiltrator units carry out a more subtle plot even as their former unwitting pawn, Gaius Baltar, helps in the hunt for them while hiding both his own guilt and the strange presence that haunts his every thought. If that wasn't enough, the fleet also faces internal political conflict in which the rabble-rousing figure, Tom Zarek, is merely the loudest dissenting voice. In the midst of these trials however, clues begin to appear that suggest that Adama's simple bluff about Earth may be more truthful than anyone could have guessed.

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Plot Keywords:

cylon | refugee | civilian fleet | guilt | pursuit | 

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Taglines:

The fight to save humanity rages on.

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Drama | Sci-Fi

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Certificate:

TV-14

Details

Official Sites:

Official site Sci-Fi Channel

Country:

USA UK

Language:

English

Also Known As:

BSG

Filming Locations:

British Columbia Railway, North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB), David Eick Productions, NBC Universal Television

Technical Specs

Runtime:

50 min 50 min (73 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The characters Tarn and Selix, who first appear in "Kobol's Last Gleaming, Part 2", were named at the behest of Aaron Douglas, who plays Chief Petty Officer Tyrol. Douglas noted that the two were originally listed in the script generically (Technician 1 and 2) and, recognizing the potential of the two characters, consulted with others in the cast to give them proper names. Douglas then inserted their new names into his lines on every take.

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Goofs

The colony called Sagittarion in the miniseries is called Sagittaron throughout the series.

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Quotes

Doctor Gaius Baltar: [Baltar has a two-way argument with Roslin and Number Six at the same time] Well, quite frankly, I don't give a flying frak whether you believe me or not, all right? Because I've had it, I am... I'm tired of being pushed and prodded around like I'm some kind of toy. I'm not your plaything!
Number Six, President Laura Roslin: [simultaneously, in stereo] Plaything?
Doctor Gaius Baltar: I don't work for you and uh, quite frankly, I don't have to sit any more and take this kind of abuse from either of you!... Er,
[points at Billy]
Doctor Gaius Baltar: *you* either... either in ...

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Crazy Credits

Scattered: 47,875 Valley of Darkness: 47,874 Fragged: 47,862 Resistance: 47,861 The Farm: 47,857 Home (Part 1): 47,858 Home (Part 2): 47,855 Final Cut: 47,853 Flight of The Phoenix: 47,853 Pegasus: 49,605 Resurrection Ship (Part 1): 49,604 Resurrection Ship (Part 2): 49,604 Epiphanies: 49,598 Black Market: 49,597 Scar: 49,593 Sacrifice: 49,590 The Captain's Hand: 49,584 Downloaded: 49,579 Lay Down Your Burdens (Part 1): 49,579 Lay Down Your Burdens (Part 2): 49,550 Survivors after Lay Down Your Burdens (Part 2): 39,192

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Connections

Referenced in The House Bunny (2008)
natalie mentions this to colby while eating a hot dog

User Reviews

Quite simply the best sci-fi show ever made

When George Lucas announced that he was to make the Star Wars prequels I had this preconception of a darker, better acted, and more more grown up version of the movies that were made in the late seventies - early eighties. Instead we got a bunch of kids movies, littered with some of the most terrible cinematic decisions ever put on celluloid.

And then the re-imagined Battlestar Galactica came along, which I must add, I watched from start to finish only after the show had made it's debut on mainstream television.

I was initially sceptical of whether this would be any good, but after having reached the finale I can honestly say that this is quite simply the best sci-fi show ever made. The scripts are top notch, the acting superb with a real heart and soul, and characters that, even with their faults, will be remembered with great affection by the viewers for many years to come.

This is the template for all future TV shows. I't does not overstay it's welcome, knows when to stop, and constantly delivers fresh, new ideas as the seasons progress.

Series 1 was a great introduction; series 2 built on the initial success and delivered some of the shows highlights; season 3 was awesome for the first half (until the writers strike kicked in just after half way - but still highly entertaining); and season 4 put the icing on the cake with what I consider to be a tremendous and satisfying end to this great series.

The only downside was that I wished it could have continued, but I guess it is better to exit on a high and leave the crowd wanting more.

For me this has stripped Star Wars of it's crown and raised the bar where although it may one day be equalled, will never be bettered.

Awesome