Battlestar Galactica
Battlestar Galactica

Battlestar Galactica

2009TV ShowEnded5 SeasonsEnglish

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

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IMDb8.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic84/100
Google Users94%
Director: Ronald D. Moore (Creator)Genres: Sci-Fi, Drama, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

Decades after a devastating Cylon attack decimated humanity, the last survivors embark on a desperate journey to find a mythical planet called Earth. Led by Commander Adama and President Roslin, the ragtag fleet of spaceships, including the aging military vessel Battlestar Galactica, faces constant threats from the Cylons, who have infiltrated human society and seek to wipe out the remaining humans. The series explores themes of faith, survival, politics, and what it means to be human in the face of annihilation.

Critical Reception

Battlestar Galactica (2009) is widely regarded as one of the greatest science fiction television series of all time. It garnered critical acclaim for its complex characters, mature storytelling, gritty realism, and exploration of profound philosophical and political themes. The show was praised for its intricate plotlines, strong performances, and its ability to blend intense action with deep emotional resonance, appealing to both genre fans and mainstream audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intelligent and mature handling of complex themes such as faith, politics, and the human condition.
  • Lauded for its compelling character development and strong performances, particularly from the main cast.
  • Celebrated for its sophisticated narrative, realistic portrayal of warfare, and groundbreaking visual effects within a television format.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Battlestar Galactica (2009), highlighting its compelling story, well-developed characters, and thought-provoking themes. Many viewers appreciated the show's ability to deliver intense action sequences alongside profound emotional depth and complex moral dilemmas. The series is frequently cited for its realistic approach to science fiction and its satisfying, albeit controversial, conclusion.

Awards & Accolades

Won multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, Peabody Awards, and Saturn Awards. Nominated for numerous other prestigious awards, solidifying its status as a landmark television series.

Fun Fact

The iconic design of the Cylons in the reimagined series was inspired by classic 1970s horror films and Italian zombie movies, aiming for a more terrifying and unsettling humanoid appearance than the original series' metallic centurions.

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Rob

Rob

This would have been a far better show if I didn't have the original Battlestar Galactica movie in the back of my mind telling me there was so much wrong with this new telling. It's a great show. It looks fantastic. The characters are excel...
GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

I can understand the initial backlash against Starbuck, it seemed like an unneeded change in a reboot that might be full of unneeded changes that could take away from the original in the same way that "V" would. Only the reboot turned ou...
zag

zag

Probably my all time favourite Sci-fi show and right up there with Breaking Bad and Sons of Anarchy with my top 3 of all time. The show is just perfect, the casting is realistic, the story-lines are immense with some great exciting moments....
John Smith

John Smith

The only problem this show ever had was that it ended. It's some of the best space-based sci-fi shows that has ever existed.