Battlestar Galactica

It's paused for Christmas here right now. But without a doubt, this is the best new sci-fi in a long time.

Basically it seems to have been written by a load of original Battlestar Galactica fans who have grown up very cynical and also aware of the weakeness of US sci-fi in that period (vis a vis almost non existent continuity and/or decent plots). The result is an intelligent, bleak, well-written, well acted sci-fi that so far has not outdone its own ambition. Highly recommended.

Their excuse for Starbuck not being a woman is perfect btw- that no-one could ever, EVER replace Dirk Benedict, so the only option was to totally re-do the character.

Yeah, we've still got a little bit of time here. Not too much longer though. It is kinda strange that we got the series after you all, but I think it had something to do with the financing of it and how sky helped out. It's on sky there, right?

👽 But don't you think that it is worth the wait.

Oh, I think it'll be well worth the wait. It's just taken all I have not to read too many spoilers I've found. It gives me something to look forward to having to wait it out. I've been occupied with some other shows this fall anyway, so a fresh BSG in january will be nice.

👽 Well I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I have.

I think it starts here on January 14 or 15th...I think the 14th. When does it resume for you guys?

👽 Well I'm not sure, we have an episode this monday and a another one the following monday which will be a two parter to end the first season and I'm not sure when it comes back next year.

Originally posted by Ushgarak
Their excuse for Starbuck not being a woman is perfect btw- that no-one could ever, EVER replace Dirk Benedict, so the only option was to totally re-do the character.

I had no idea why that was the reason they decided to make Starbuck a girl. I guess I never knew why. I always thought that was an interesting decision but it seems to have worked out well.

I just turned on the TV and what did I see, a colonial viper fighting Wing Commander style Dralthi fighters. I nearly turned it off and then I saw that it was the new BSG series.

I thought the storyline was quite interesting, some twists, better plot development, but what a radical change in the main characters. It was interesting to see that they decided to go with females for the characters of Starbuck and Boomer. But what's with the estrogen all over the ship? Is the network trying to develop a good story or are they interested in the sex ratings quotient? I admit I like the madam President angle to balance the Cmdr Adama's flex the male muscle in time of need vs reason that the President seems to bring.

So what's next? I am looking for spoilers to read as I don't have the Space Network and wonder if this series will convert the purist, have other ppl other than space-adventure junkies watching or just a new breed of BSG fans.

Saw that show was about to premiere the 15 of January(USA), been a long time Ive seen a really good sci fi show, hope it is good .............and I hope it will come to Norway like kind of real quick

sorry didnt see the other thread about Battlestar galactica, please merge trhis one with that one

As I'm sure you've already found out from the other thread, it's been over in the UK for a while. How soon do you guys get stuff like this in comparrison to the US and UK? Anyway, show should be good. I'm watching on Friday.

well as for X files , 24 hours and Friends Norway were actually ahead of UK. Most shows dont get picked that fast though

I can't imagine that it would be delayed for you guys much longer, especially if it starts here on Friday. Did you happen to catch any of the miniseries....was that aired over there recently?

Did you happen to catch any of the miniseries....was that aired over there recently?

sorry to hear it. Oh well, maybe with the US seeing it tonight and on, it'll gain more popularity.

so did anybody watch? I liked it a lot. Can't believe I finally can talk about it...really. I like the Starbuck change. Story looks like it's going to be nice too.

It's been a very long time since I've actually followed a series, but after watching a few episodes recently, I've really begun to enjoy this.

Only problem being, you need to watch the original miniseries to understand the whole basis of the show. The intro isn't long enough.

I've also been reading that they've commission a second series.

i'm quite impressed with the episodes so far. i never watched the original mini series(always thought the stories were crap in the original bsg so i didn't care about this one) until recently. you really get a feeling of drama, and tenseness that other sci fi shows have lacked for far too long.
the only thing i can see as a problem in future episodes is i hope they don't dig a hole they can't get out of if this series goes on, b/c of limited supplies.

Good news, new series has been commissioned 😄

http://scifi.com/scifiwire2005/index.php?id=30357