yay! More stargate!
http://www.zap2it.com/tv/news/zap-stargateatlantisfifthseasonrenewal,0,4495058.story?coll=zap-tv-headlines (http://www.zap2it.com/tv/news/zap-stargateatlantisfifthseasonrenewal,0,4495058.story?coll=zap-tv-headlines)
Although "Stargate SG-1" bids adieu to the Sci Fi Channel after its 10th and final season, its spin-off "Stargate Atlantis" will get new life.
The popular sci fi show has been renewed for a 20-episode fifth season, it was announced Wednesday, Oct. 24.
"SCI FI is proud to bring 'Atlantis' back for another season," says Mark Stern, Executive Vice President, Original Programming for the network. "'Atlantis' truly came out from under the shadow of its sister series this year and proved that it's a hit in its own right. With this season's exciting new characters and vibrant storylines, 'Atlantis' also shows every sign of matching its sibling's longevity."
In the "Stargate" universe, a network of ancient alien devices called Stargates allows instantaneous interstellar travel between galaxies. "Stargate Atlantis" follows the adventures of the human military and civilian expedition to the lost city of Atlantis in the Pegasus Galaxy, discovering new enemies on the way to uncovering the secrets of the Ancients.
The fourth season, currently airing on Fridays, introduced two new cast members: "Stargate SG-1's" Amanda Tapping and "Firefly's" Jewel Staite. It also marked the temporary return of Paul McGillion, whose character Dr. Carson Beckett perished on the show.
The new season will begin production in early 2008.
I didn't really think Atlantis would ever be in jeopardy as long as MGM continues to be willing to make the show. I mean really what else does Scifi.com really have besides BSG and Atlantis now? And even these shows are not as strong in the ratings as they were, which means either a declining interest or other networks are providing better entertainment during those time slots.
Kevin
Great news! I've always loved Atlantis. :tealc
From the Stargate Atlantis Blog:
October 25, 2007
Season Five?
YES! Season Five is a go. Get set for launch. After we heard the news (actually we heard the news just before it was published in Variety magazine), the writers went right back into the writer's room. They erased the list of episodes from last year, wrote down the numbers 1 through 20, stared at the blank spaces for at least a half an hour, and then went home. You see, it's pretty daunting. The elation that comes with getting renewed for another 20 episodes is always tempered by the fact that... there's 20 more episodes to produce! But we're excited. And employed.
I had the privilege of attending the mix screening of the SG-1 DVD feature "The Ark of Truth" at Sharpe Sound last Friday, which was a great time. The big sound mix studio is like a small theatre (not that small - like a miniplex theatre) with the very best sound system you can imagine. So for me, I wasn't there to give sound notes as the producers were - I was really just there to enjoy the film. And, as I told Rob, it's a rollicking good time of an adventure. SG-1 fans are going to love this movie. Now I can't wait to see Brad Wright's movie "Continuum", although that's still a ways off.
Tomorrow night, you'll see one of my favourite SGA episodes of the season entitled "Travelers". This episode guest stars Jill Wagner, who you might know from Blade: The Series, or Punked!. She plays Larrin, the commander of a group of Travelers who capture Sheppard for nefarious reasons. As it turns out, Jill Wagner and Jason Momoa are good friends who met in LA. And I had the good fortune, along with Ivon Bartok, of running into them and sharing some drinks last year here in Vancouver, long before Jill was cast for this part. I can tell you that she is a classy woman and a serious beauty.
Paul Mullie wrote "Travelers" and he was actually in the office today so I got to speak to him, albeit briefly, about the show. The other writers, it should be noted, are home brainstorming. Paul was on his way out, so I kind of felt like papparazzi, trying to get him to sit down and wax poetic. No dice. Paul did mention the amazing set that was built for this episode: the junked out space ship the Travelers themselves fly around in. The only problem is it was only used for an act or two of the episode, and in no other episodes. They planned on reusing it but it never happened. So keep in mind this is an expensive episode as a result.
I also asked him about the idea for the episode. He explained that, aside from the fact that everybody loves a sexy alien (especially McKay), TPTB have wanted to do a story about another technologically advanced race in the Pegasus galaxy for a long time and he finally figured out a way to do it. You see, because the Wraith are so dominant, they can simply destroy any race that gets too big for it's britches technologically. So the only way societies can develop past a certain level in the galaxy is by hiding or running (see Underground from season one, for example). So this is introduces another technologically advanced race to add to the mix.
Enjoy the episode. I did!
ATL
Posted by Alex Levine at 07:50 PM
Stargate: Atlantis Season 5 — Who Goes, Stays, Cuts Back
When Season 5 of Atlantis begins on the SCI FI Channel, there will be some casting changes, increased participation for some and less to do for others.
One of the major changes in store for next season is fans will see less of Amanda Tapping's character, Colonel Samantha Carter at the Atlantis Command Center. Tapping will appear in several episodes more as a recurring guest star than a regular cast member. The decision was made to pull back her up front participation to allow her to concentrate more on her online series, "Sanctuary," which will be seen in all new episodes on the SCI FI network. With the absence of Carter, Sheppard (Joe Flanigan) will pick up more leadership responsibilities. Rumor has it he may even be in for a promotion to Full Bird Colonel, however, nothing along those lines has been confirmed.
We may also be seeing a little less of Rachel Luttrell as Teyla, at least in the early goings of the new season. As every fan of the series knows Rachel spent most of Season 4 being pregnant for real. By the time Season 5 airs she will have delivered her baby and will be spending some quality time with her new addition to the family. She is expected to return in full capacity later in the season, however.
In that regard, the pregnancy of course had to be written in for Season 4 and one who played a prominent role in Teyla's pregnancy, the Athoshian named Kanaan, the supposed father of Teyla's child, will make a visit to the show in Season 5.
There will be an addition to the Atlantis SG Team named Captain Alison Parker. She is military, tough and ready for action, but frustrated over Colonel Carter's slowness in making her a permanent part of the team. That will change quickly after the first episode.
One of sci-fi fans favorite actresses, Kari Wuhrer ("Sliders") appeared in Season 4 in the episode "Outcast" (air date Feb. 1, 2008) as Homeland Security agent Nancy Sheppard (Lt. Col. John Sheppard's ex-wife). It has been rumored that she may be back for a few episodes next season as well.
Michael, everybody's favorite Wraith (Connor Trinnear of "Star Trek: Enterprise"), will have a very significant storyline in Season 5, as well as more concentration of Ronon's (Jason Moma) untold story. The show will also get to see a lot more from recurring characters like Major Evan Lorne (Kavan Smith) and Dr. Katie Brown (Brenda James), Rodney McKay's (David Hewlett) love interest.
The Season 4 finale titled "The Last Man" is scheduled to air on March 7, 2008. The first episode for Season 5, written by Martin Gero, is called "Search and Rescue" and should start shooting in just a couple of weeks. The SCI FI Channel has yet to announce the official start date for Season 5.
Sounds like some good changes. I really continue to enjoy Atlantis and have from the start of the series. I'm curious on how they have scripts to start season 5? Isn't the strike impacting them? Do they use Canadian writers??
"Stargate Atlantis" begins shooting its fifth season soon, and with it comes the addition of a new castmember and an important milestone.
The People's Choice Award winner will begin production later in February for its new 20-episode season that will include the series' benchmark 100th episode, it was announced Tuesday, Feb. 5.
Also, actor Robert Picardo, who has appeared as International Oversight Committee rep Richard Wooley on previous episodes will officially join the "Atlantis" cast this season as he takes command of the Atlantis expedition. The team of military and civilian explorers use the Ancients-created Stargate to travel to the Pegasus galaxy in order to find other technologies left behind the Ancients.
In this pivotal season, change is the watchword. Friends are lost and made, while alliances are forged and new alien races are discovered. Wooley's unique leadership style requires a bit of an adjustment for the team led by Lt. Colonel Sheppard (Joe Flanigan) and including Dr. Rodney McKay (David Hewlett), Teyla (Rachel Luttrell), Ronon (Jason Momoa) and Dr. Jennifer Keller (Jewel Staite).
As previously announced, the characters Col. Samantha Carter (Amanda Tapping), Dr. Daniel Jackson (Michael Shanks) and the late Dr. Carson Beckett (Paul McGillion) will return for a handful of episodes apiece as guest stars this upcoming season.
"Stargate Atlantis" is filmed in Vancouver, Canada.
I'm glad that the producers of Atlantis are not afraid to mix it up a bit and not settle into a formula. As much as I liked SG-1 it was a little to formulaic. It takes guts to unsettle things and try new things and cast changes. At least I hope it's for creative license and not just trying to find a way to increase their audience. At this stage of the game their audience is likely not going to change more than a point or two. I hope that even though Atlantis does not get the greatest ratings that Sci Fi Channel will renew them for a 6th season and 7th and 8th and 9th.... ;D
Kevin
Changes coming for new season of Atlantis
Posted by Michael Hickerson on Tuesday, 20 May 2008
http://www.sliceofscifi.com/2008/05/20/changes-coming-for-new-season-of-atlantis/
When Stargate: Atlantis return to SciFi later this month for its fifth season, fans can expect to see a few changes.
One of the most notable will be some new sets for the hit series. During a recent press visit, reporters were given a behind the scenes look at some familiar sets as well as new standing set for a Wraith hive-ship. (Standing sets are those that are used in multiple episodes). The ship includes a "distinctly insectile throne for the Wraith Queen" and is "more elaborate than earlier Wraith ships."
In addition to the set changes, there will be some changes to the regular cast. Amanda Tapping is bowing out of the fifth season of the show to work on the recently picked up series Sanctuary. Taking her place as the head of the SG:A team will be genre-favorite Robert Picardo. Picardo is reprising his role as Richard Woosley from previous appearances in the franchise.
Also this season, Jewel Staite will become a full-time cast member as Dr. Jennifer Keller. Staite described Keller as growing more comfortable with her place in Atlantis this season. "She steps up to the plate a little bit more," Staite said. "She's becoming more courageous."
And Atlantis fans will be happy to hear that actor Paul McGillion has signed for four to five episodes this year. No word yet on exactly which role he'll be playing–Carson Beckett or the clone of Beckett we met last year.
Finally, Tori Higginson who plays Elizabeth Weir has left the series. Weir was initially schedule to appear in a recurring role this year on Atlantis. However, Higginson will not be returning to the series according to reports. There's no word yet on how this departure could impact several on-going plotlines on the long running series.
The fifth season of Atlantis kicks off later this summer on SciFi.
'Stargate: Atlantis' Canceled, Will Gate Into Movies
By WAYNE HALL
Source: SyFy Portal
Aug-20-2008
When its fifth season concludes in January 2009, "Stargate: Atlantis" will shift from a weekly ongoing series on the SciFi Channel to at least one two-hour movie on that network, then could join "Stargate SG-1" in the direct-to-DVD market, according to Multichannel News.
Joseph Mallozzi and Paul Mullie have been selected to write the movie's script. Just which cast members will jump from the television series to the film and on is not yet certain. However, look for the film to be released on DVD in early 2009.
"We're excited to tell 'Atlantis' stories on a bigger canvas," said Brad Wright and Robert C. Cooper, who co-created both "Stargate SG-1" and "Atlantis," in a statement. "The successes of the two original 'Stargate' direct-to-video movies 'The Ark Of Truth' and 'Continuum' have shown us the opportunities that the movie format offers. We have plans for both 'SG-1' and 'Atlantis' to remain vital as we expand the franchise."
Apparently, they aren't the only ones excited about this transition.
"We share in the producers' enthusiasm to move forward in this direction and we look forward to a strong and continued relationship on Stargate Atlantis in this new format," said Thomas Vitale, senior vice president of programming and original movies at the SciFi Channel.
This all takes place after word that the first several episodes of the fifth season have attracted more viewers, doubling the fans between the ages of 18 and 49, according to a new Turner Research analysis of Nielsen Media Research data.
Mallozzi, the "Atlantis" show runner, has stated in his blog that five years may be the limit for franchise shows in the future. He cited the fact that the rising Canadian dollar versus the U.S. dollar is becoming an expensive way to make Vancouver-produced shows like those in the "Stargate" family.
"Both MGM and SciFi have been great supporters of the show and, if you go by 'SG-1's' example, fans can be assured that the end of the series will not be the end of 'Atlantis,'" Mallozzi wrote on June 29 on his blog. "Like 'SG-1,' it will live on in longer-form DVD releases."
According to Mallozzi, both "The Ark Of Truth" and "Continuum" both surpassed MGM's expectations for home video sales. "Continuum," for example, ranked ninth on Video Business magazine's list of top-selling DVDs for the week ended Aug. 9. Of course, more DVD films with "SG-1" are expected in the near future.
Wright and Cooper are in the process of putting together a third TV series in the successful franchise. Pitched to the SciFi Channel in late 2007, it will be named "Stargate: Universe."
Called "Enemy At The Gate," the "Atlantis" fifth-season finale will be a cliffhanger, and will likely resolve during the two-hour movie, according to Gateworld.net.
Again - BOOO.... To you Sci-Fi channel. :boxing
"....rising Canadian dollar versus the U.S. dollar" what??!?!
They should really get behind Atlantis more now that SG-1 is gone basically. Atlantis is just as good a show and this season has been great so far. Sometimes I just don't get it. These shows always make money back in syndication and DVD sales, etc.
This makes me kind of sad, not that there will be some movies, but I really am enjoying this series every week.
Who cares?! I never saw this series either!!!! :roflmao
;)
All I have to say about that comment,...
***run's for cover from the wraith of Rico*****
Actually, all joking aside Rico, thanks in a large part to you and this community, I am interested in revisting all I missed.....except for Buffy. ;)
No problem Bryan - everyone has certain tastes. But I will say, if you do watch "Firefly" someday and find you like it I would seriously consider giving "Buffy" a try sometime. It's extremely well written and not what you might think at all. The "Hush" episode and the musical episodes alone are better than some other series entire runs.
Actually, in all fairness, it's the whole vampire thing I'm not into that failed to capture my interest with Buffy. God, i hope Kenny doesn't read this thread...he'll dis-own me!
That is a very tiny portion of the show. It goes much further and deeper than that.
I can see Kenny right now packing up his DVD's of Buffy to send to me with a threatening note!
Quote from: Bryancd on August 21, 2008, 04:43:55 PM
Actually, in all fairness, it's the whole vampire thing I'm not into that failed to capture my interest with Buffy. God, i hope Kenny doesn't read this thread...he'll dis-own me!
LOL.. I have already written several rebuttal posts but didn't post them.. I'm sitting here taking deep breaths :)
I always like to toss this out there. Always be willing to try something at least a few times before you make up your mind. There's this new Jim Carrey movie coming out where he decides to start trying things and saying "yes" to stuff he used to say no to. Because you really can't know until you try.
Whew....dodged a bullet on this one!
...good thing I didn't mention the fact that I have only seen the first Harry Potter movie........ :boxing :roflmao
Well, I never could get into Buffy either. I thought the show was very poorly acted and although some of the stories were cool I had a hard time getting past the acting.
As far as Atlantis is concerned all I can say is boo to Sci-fi Channel. Atlantis is probably the best show they have now that Galactica is gone too. I think they will be hard pressed to replace it and get the ratings Atlantis has without severely redefining what sci-fi is and selling the American public on their new vision.
In my case it really doesn't matter as I have not had TV/Cable for well over a year now and only buy the DVDs as they come out, but if I did I would be canceling whatever tier Sc-fi was on in protest.
Kevin
I want to clarify something. MGM canceled Atlantis. Not the Scifi Channel.
Quote from: Scott on August 22, 2008, 10:30:52 AM
I want to clarify something. MGM canceled Atlantis. Not the Scifi Channel.
Reference please! Everything I have read says Sci-fi canceled the series. NOT MGM!
Kevin
Don't networks typically cancel a series? This is why a production house sometimes then shops the series to another home on another network.
I'm really annoyed by this.
I don't have Sky (or whoever carries Stargate in the UK these days) so have to resort to 'other means' to see the shows but from where I stand (halfway through season 3) this show has waaaay more stories to tell. Booo!
On the up-side, I look forward to the DVD movie release. I liked Ark of Truth and expect Continuum to be enjoyable too. The longer format does allow a more in depth story...if done 'right'.
Anyone who isn't a fan of the show or feels it lacks something should really find a way to watch last Friday's episode called "The Shrine." It was incredible. The resident genius Rodney starts to find his intelligence slipping away due to an alien parasite. An extremely well acted and moving episode. For this episode to air on the heels of this announcement just makes it all that much more hard to take.
P.S. And if you want to see other people's comments about this episode look here:
http://www.tv.com/stargate-atlantis/the-shrine/episode/1186711/summary.html?tag=ep_list;ep_title;5
--- warning: there are some spoilers in some of those comments
Best show of the season. David Hewlett, his real-life sister and the rest of the cast were GREAT. Feel sorry for Picardo "But I just got here!! Whaddya mean its cancelled ?"
Loved this episode...might be my favorite of all of them. So emotional. David was totally awesome in it! And everyone else was top notch too.
I get it through Itunes. It was a very excellent episode. I really thought he was going to kick it. :(
Really great.
King
This was an incredible episode, and now I have to take back some of the stuff about the Rodney character. That actor was brilliant!
I teared up a couple of times. Amy and I looked at each other and went.. WOW! Nathan agreed.
Great stuff.
I agree, I just figured Mckay was similar to Hewlett, but after watching that episode I realized it's probably not how Hewlett is at all. That was amazing, he should get an award for that performance. That was polar opposite from what he is normally.
Just watched this, this lunch time in the office and Wow, what a strong episode!
It's somewhat ironic that such a strongly emotional story covering the loss and grieving associated with someone slipping away before your eyes was the first to air (apparently) after the announcement of the shows cancellation.
Is it true that they're airing the full run in the States this year rather than taking a mid-season break? (Mid-season break's are an alien concept over here - we would normally just get 20 weeks back-to-back with a two parter in the middle)
I think we will have a little break but it won't be as long as it has been in the past.
Just watched episode 8 - The Queen.
I'm glad Treks in Sci-Fi has had such an influence on Atlantis. I mean, presumably they named one of the wraith 'Kenny' in honour of Kenny's long service here? ;)
Caught up as far as episode 11. With regard to the identity of the long heralded 'new enemy', all I can say is...Wow, I didn't see THAT coming.
I know. I was like.... what??? What in the world?
Kind of cool though. I sure like this season. Too bad it's the last one.
With great episodes like Deadalus Variations and others, as well as this 2 parter, it is probably the strongest season. At least if they sustain this, they'll end on a high which should bode well for the movies.
I'd still prefer 20 episodes to a couple of feature length shows next year though.
Did anyone else think that this weeks episode was a little too self contained? And with nothing more than cameo appearences from Teyla and Ronan.
Still, it had some good personal moments from Robert Picardo's character.
I like it because of it's "Sixth Sense" feeling. I had to go back and watch it just to figure it out after the closer. :) The writing has been tremendous on this show.
I liked it but I have to admit I kind of had it figured out pretty quickly. Still, another good solid episode.
Yea, I'll agree there Rico. I've been feeling that these latest episodes are a little too predictable...
King
Quote from: Kinglinksr on November 19, 2008, 10:03:38 AM
Yea, I'll agree there Rico. I've been feeling that these latest episodes are a little too predictable...
King
And you can probably bet that is Atlantis is getting very predictable then Stargate Universe will be more so without some fresh blood in the story writing department. You would think they would learn from Star Trek but everyone always thinks they know the show and nobody can write a better story.
Kevin
Well, you know its bad when you start predicting things a minute ahead of what happens. I like being presently surprised when things don't go the way you want....but as of late...it isn't happening.
King
I think this season has been excellent. Only the very last episode for me was a bit easy to predict what was going a little, but I still enjoyed the episode. I think Atlantis is still an amazing show and deserves many more seasons. I'm going to miss it a lot after it ends.
Quote from: Rico on November 20, 2008, 04:48:20 AM
I think this season has been excellent. Only the very last episode for me was a bit easy to predict what was going a little, but I still enjoyed the episode. I think Atlantis is still an amazing show and deserves many more seasons. I'm going to miss it a lot after it ends.
I agree 100 percent Rico. This has been the best season so far. I really will miss it.
Atlantis has never held the magic for me that SG-1 had. Not that I don't enjoy the show because I do but not like I did SG-1. To me it's been more of a settling for what Stargate I could get because, like Star Trek, some Stargate is better than no Stargate.
My enjoyment is mostly for story content and not because of the cast. To me the casting was always weak and I think there are way too many Rodney centric stories. Shepherd is played too much like O'Neil instead of finding his own identity. Ronan is the shows T'ealc but he is nowhere near as endearing to your heart. Getting rid of Weir was a huge mistake in my opinion as Carter seemed out of place in the mix. I never have cared for the Xena wannabe Teyla. Killing off Beckett didn't bother me so much because he had a good death and if I was going to be written out of a show that's how I would have wanted it. Ford hung in longer than I would have let him because he was the weakest link in the cast during season one.
The most interesting characters imho are the recurring roles and characters. Dr. Zelenko, Colonel Caldwell, the various Wraiths etc. These gave the show depth and interest.
And lastly the sfx are very very good for a TV show. I'm not sure I will actually miss Atlantis but I do hope that Stargate Universe is an improvement over Atlantis. I don't know if the magic of SG-1 can ever be repeated in a Stargate show but I'm hoping for the best.
Kevin
Quote from: moyer777 on November 20, 2008, 06:19:28 AM
Quote from: Rico on November 20, 2008, 04:48:20 AM
I think this season has been excellent. Only the very last episode for me was a bit easy to predict what was going a little, but I still enjoyed the episode. I think Atlantis is still an amazing show and deserves many more seasons. I'm going to miss it a lot after it ends.
I agree 100 percent Rico. This has been the best season so far. I really will miss it.
Oh, don't get me wrong, its still a very good series. I like it....but I feel I prefer SG-1 more often. As Kevin said, some of the characters like the wraith and Dr. Zelenko gave depth and interest to the show. Weir should never have been killed. I really dislike that they did that.
King
Well, I still love it. Especially Sheppard and McKay.
Zelenka is one of my favourites too.
I agree that this season has been well written and put together, particularly for Sheppard and Rodney and that it holds some of the best episodes ever. It's been at the expense of some of the other characters though. I think the writers have just about given up on Teyla - despite her getting to do Michael in last week. If they could maintain the standard but use the main cast a little more it might be even better.
But I'm griping too much - how can I really criticise a season with stories like The Shrine, Daedalus Variations and the Daniel Jackson/Asgard two parter.
Sad to see it go from a regular slot. :tealc Sci-Fi/MGM
Liked this weeks, even if it was atypical and off the base. Finding out that all physicists seem to be more like McKay than not may be a little unlikely but it is funny.
I assume the TV personality guys really are TV personalities in the US? I've never heard of them.
Bill Nye (the skinny scientist) was very popular here for a time. He had a show called Bill Nye the Science Guy and did a great job explaining scientific concepts with some cool examples. My kids used to watch his show all the time.
Quote from: Rico on December 03, 2008, 07:14:18 AM
Bill Nye (the skinny scientist) was very popular here for a time. He had a show called Bill Nye the Science Guy and did a great job explaining scientific concepts with some cool examples. My kids used to watch his show all the time.
It was my favorite show when I was young. I was surprised to see him on Atlantis as I tried to remember who he was and then Rodney said it and I was like "Woah, no way!". It was a very good episode.
King
I hope the character he played was more of a characature than a real reflection of himself!
I agree that the show will be missed but I am very curious about the new spinoff as well. Definitely the best season this year.
just now watching Friday's episode, so far, very cool. I like the Wraith ships, they remind of me of dry ice and Halloween with lizard people. SLEESTACKS!
Back to the more 'traditional' running round a wraith ship with the team in tow this week. Good to see, if not a little formulaic to begin with.
Loved the crashing ship and the whole new look at the wraith warriors though. Teyla's not exactly back 'front and centre' but at least she gets to run around with a gun this week and see a little bit of action.
Seeing the stargate at the end does remind me that this is supposed to be a show called 'Stargate something' even though we rarely see a gate :)
What did everyone think of this week's episode?
To me, it was a good show and such, but a tad pointless. A guy got stabbed and a random woman shot. Don't get me wrong I still liked it, but overall a generally pointless episode.
King
Saw this last episode...and am a bit disappointed.
I'm sorry, but I think the writers had "CSI" on the brain with this one.
Series is definitely ending roughly...any thoughts on it?
King
I actually liked it a lot. I always love it when they take the characters and actors out of their normal setting and do something new with them. Sheppard made a great, down on his luck detective. One more episode to go next week. Going to really miss this show.
Oh, are they back on over there already? I'll have to get my hands on this new one.
I just discovered Stargate Atlantis on the internet a couple of years ago.
http://www.youku.com/playlist_show/id_1851835.html (http://www.youku.com/playlist_show/id_1851835.html)
I had stopped watching SG-1 at about the 3rd season.
I can't call Teyla a Xena wannabe since I didn't watch Xena or Buffy. I could never get into vampires.
Rodney McKay and Zelenka are major reasons why I like the show. The Wraith are good villians too. But I think McKay is a good example of what schools do to a lot of smart kids. I watched a kid cry in class in senior year of high school because he got a B in math. And I would swear the teacher enjoyed it. I confess I almost started laughing but then I thought about the hundreds of hours of homework he had to do to get straight A's in EVERYTHING until then. I got straight D's in religion freshman year. I did almost no homework in it.
Blowing up an entire solar system must be way cool though. The Ancients left such cool toys lying around. LOL
psik
Well, Atlantis ended it's series run last night. A great episode, but somewhat bittersweet. I've always loved this series just as much as SG1. The characters are great and the stories have been solid. The fifth season has had some standout episodes too. The clip ahead is a montage of the final episode. DO NOT WATCH - unless spoilers don't bother you. FAREWELL ATLANTIS!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPJd8hlmBCY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPJd8hlmBCY)
*** SLIGHT SPOILER ***
Yeah, I think it would have been better as a 2 hour finale. Seemed a bit rushed. Final scene with the cast was great. Who was the chick with Ronan ? What was that about ? What's with Stargate Universe ? Is this a new cast or movies ?
The girl with Ronan was the one from the Command center. Remember a few episodes back when the Wraith invaded the base and she kicked some butt? Since then Ronan and her have been sparing, etc.
Ah..."sparring" Is that what they call it ? ;D
I really enjoyed this series. I was sad to see the last episode.
The new series will be about a ship that is stranded in another galaxy- sound familiar?
I have always thought it kind of funny..
SG1=TNG
SGA=DS9
SGU=VOYAGER
If the same people are responsible for this series as the last two, then it will be good.
As for now, I will miss the SGA crew!
Is that the premise of the new series? Really?? No Stargates there or something?
spoilers here...
http://www.sliders.tv/bboard/viewtopic.php?pid=4065 (http://www.sliders.tv/bboard/viewtopic.php?pid=4065)
Spoilers....
In stargate universe, they finally use the 9th chevron and end up on an ancent ship that is the sister ship to the one that seeded the universe with stargates. The purpose of this ship is to see what life sprang up on these seeded planets.
Now for the kicker. They can't get home and they can leave the ship and explore, but the ship is automated and has no problem leaving without them. So they could end up stranded on a world without any hopes of returning home or even back to the ship.
From what I have been reading it's more of a cross between Voyager and Sliders. Voyager in the exploration of the universe, but Sliders in that they have some sort of timeframe where they need to be done or they are stuck.
here is wiki's take on it too... it is also a spoiler...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stargate (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stargate)
Spoilers.....
Read some bits on the wiki last week about the new series and it does look interesting. The thing is that I feel that STA had absolutely treaded into Trek territory a few times and STU sounds like it is going to go down that route even further. Not necessarily a bad thing but their must be other areas they could explore instead. Time will tell.
I watched this series and I have to say, I'm sorry to see it go. Stargate will forever fill a part of Sci-Fi like Star Trek does for me.
Farewell, for it was far too short.
King
Finally seen the Vegas episode and loved it.
It had nothing to do with 'Atlantis' the place, but as a study on the spin off impact of what's going on I thought it was really good. Having already established the parrallel realities within the show, it was nice to see one completely disconnected from ours (i.e. one that contains only its native characters).
For once, there was a very definite story reason not to have seen Teyla or Ronan too. They may be underused this season, but at least we have a valid reason for it here.
On to the series finale for me...