Stargate Origins
Stargate Origins

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Stargate Origins

2018
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Follow Catherine Langford, the young woman who witnessed her father uncover the Stargate in Giza in 1928, as she embarks on an unexpected adventure to unlock the mystery of what lies beyond the Stargate in order to save Earth from unimaginable darkness.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Rob CooperGenres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action

Plot Summary

Stargate Origins explores the early life of Dr. Catherine Langford and her discovery of the Stargate. The series follows her perilous journey as she uncovers the secrets of the ancient artifact and must overcome immense challenges to understand its purpose and prevent a devastating galactic threat. Set in 1928, it delves into a hidden chapter of the Stargate saga, revealing the true origins of interdimensional travel.

Critical Reception

Stargate Origins received a mixed to negative reception, primarily due to its format as a web series with short episodes, which many fans felt did not allow for adequate character development or plot depth. While some appreciated the expansion of the Stargate universe and the focus on a beloved character's backstory, others criticized its production values and storytelling compared to previous live-action installments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for expanding the Stargate lore and focusing on Catherine Langford's backstory.

  • Criticized for its short episode format, hindering storytelling and character development.

  • Production quality and narrative depth were often compared unfavorably to previous Stargate series.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google was largely unavailable or not aggregated in a comprehensive manner, but general fan discussions indicated a division between those who welcomed new Stargate content and those who were disappointed by its execution as a short-form web series.

Fun Fact

The series was originally conceived as a way to introduce a new generation to the Stargate franchise and explore the mythology further through a modern, digital-first approach.

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