Battlestar Galactica is a three-hour miniseries (comprising four broadcast hours) starring Edward James Olmos and Mary McDonnell, written and produced by Ronald D. Moore and directed by Michael Rymer. It was the first part of the Battlestar Galactica remake based on the 1978 Battlestar Galactica television series, and served as a backdoor pilot for the 2004 television series. The miniseries aired originally on the Sci Fi Channel in the United States starting on December 8, 2003. The two parts of the miniseries attracted 3.9 and 4.5 million viewers, making the miniseries the third-most-watched program on Syfy.
Plot
Part 1
After a 40-year armistice in a war between the Twelve Colonies (the homeworlds populated by humans) and the Cylons (human-created robots), the Cylons launch a surprise nuclear attack intended to exterminate the human race. Virtually all of the population of the Twelve Colonies are wiped out. Most of the Colonial military is either rendered ineffective or destroyed due to malware in the military computer network that renders it vulnerable to cyber attack. The malware was introduced by Number Six (Tricia Helfer), a Cylon in the form of a human woman, who seduced the famous scientist Dr. Gaius Baltar (James Callis) and exploited their relationship to gain access codes under the cover of an insider contract bid.
Battlestar Galactica is an American science fiction franchise created by Glen A. Larson. The franchise began with the original television series in 1978 and was later followed by a short-run sequel series (Galactica 1980), a line of book adaptations, original novels, comic books, a board game, and video games. A re-imagined version of Battlestar Galactica aired as a two-part, three-hour miniseries developed by Ronald D. Moore and David Eick in 2003. That miniseries led to a weekly television series, which later aired up until 2009. A prequel series, Caprica, aired in 2010. A two-hour pilot for a second spin-off prequel series, Blood & Chrome, aired in 2013 though this did not lead to a series as originally planned.
All Battlestar Galactica productions share the premise that in a distant part of the universe, a human civilization has extended to a group of planets known as the Twelve Colonies, to which they have migrated from their ancestral homeworld of Kobol. The Twelve Colonies have been engaged in a lengthy war with a cybernetic race known as the Cylons, whose goal is the extermination of the human race. The Cylons offer peace to the humans, which proves to be a ruse. With the aid of a human named Baltar, the Cylons carry out a massive attack on the Twelve Colonies and on the Colonial Fleet of starships that protect them. These attacks devastate the Colonial Fleet, lay waste to the Colonies, and virtually destroy their populations. Scattered survivors flee into outer space aboard a ragtag array of available spaceships. Of the entire Colonial battle fleet, only the Battlestar Galactica, a gigantic battleship and spacecraft carrier, appears to have survived the Cylon attack. Under the leadership of Commander Adama, the Galactica and the pilots of "Viper fighters" lead a fugitive fleet of survivors in search of the fabled thirteenth colony known as Earth.
The series was remade in 2003, beginning with a three-hour mini-series followed by a weekly series which ran from 2004 to 2009. A feature film remake was also planned, to have been directed by Bryan Singer with production input from original series creator Glen A. Larson. However, Larson died in 2014, and the movie has yet to go into production.
Narrations and theme music
The show begins with a narration, spoken by Patrick Macnee:
Some believe that there may yet be brothers of man...who even now fight to survive--somewhere beyond the heavens! (The theatrical version of the pilot ends with "far, far away amongst the stars.")
A number of video games have been released based on the various incarnations of the Battlestar Galactica franchise.
Original series
"Space Battle" & "Space Attack"
Mattel-developed Space Battle for Intellivision and its M-Network counterpart, Space Attack for the Atari VCS/2600 platform, were originally stated to be games based on the Battlestar Galactica series. One of Mattel's subsidiaries, Concepts 2000, had the license to produce Battlestar Galactica electronic toys, so it was figured to be a lock that Mattel would get the license to produce the official Battlestar Galactica video game. The game was well into development when they discovered Mattel didn't get the license. The name was changed, but the graphics remained the same. The "flying saucers" in the game are actually Cylon Raiders; this is mostly imperceptible, due to the lack of detail that could be used in graphics of the platforms of that era. In addition, squadrons of fighters are launched from a "base ship" to defend against the incoming enemy squadrons.
Battlestar Galactica mini-series tribute. All clips from the mini-seires except the first one(from season two).
Song used is Prelude to War by Bear McCreary.
published: 25 Nov 2011
The Fleet Prepares To Jump | Battlestar Galactica | Science Fiction Station
The fleet prepares to jump to the distant Promar Sector along with with the civilian ships as the Cylons start their attack.
From Battlestar Galactica The Miniseries 'Episode 2' - In want of weapons, Adama heads Galactica for a supply station with civilian ships in his wake, but sacrifices must be made.
Battlestar Galactica (2004 - 2009): A group of humans aboard a battleship, Battlestar Galactica, are forced to abandon their planet after being attacked by Cylons. They try to evade the Cylons while searching for their true home, Earth.
Watch The Full Series Here: https://www.uphe.com/tv/battlestar-galactica-2004-the-complete-series
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published: 28 May 2022
Battlestar Galactica | First Cylon Encounter
Computers are no match for the new Cylon technology
Mini Series PART 1 - After a 40-year armistice in the war between the Twelve Colonies and the Cylons, the latter group launches a surprise attack with a goal of exterminating the human race, wiping out virtually everyone in the Twelve Colonies.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
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published: 08 May 2020
Battlestar Galactica | Opening Scene
A look back to how it all began. The Cylons return in a new form after years from being absent.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
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published: 09 Nov 2017
Battlestar Galactica - Miniseries trailer
I didn't really like any of the others, so I gave it a shot myself. I wanted to show the basics of the story without giving it all away, and focus more on events than just cool shots of space battles.
All the footage is from the miniseries itself. The music is Freedom Fighters by Two Steps From Hell (as used in one of the recent Star Trek trailers).
published: 14 Jul 2009
Battlestar Galactica: The 2003 Miniseries—A Brief Introduction For New Viewers
When discussing the final season of Star Trek Picard, it was brought to our attention that there are some Star Trek fans who aren't familiar with the 2003 Battlestar Galactica series. In order to help our fellow Trek fans get acquainted with the BSG franchise, we are putting together a few videos to provide a brief introduction to the show. This video covers the basic history and characters of the 2003 Battlestar Galactica Miniseries that acted as a pilot to kick off the four seasons that followed.
published: 28 Apr 2023
Battlestar Galactica | The Cylons Arrive on New Caprica
After a year without contact, the Cylons find the fleet and force President Baltar to surrender.
Season 2, Episode 20 "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part 2" - After a controversial election, it seems the humans and Cylons may have brokered peace. Until a Cylon force arrives, announcing a new dawn.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
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published: 19 Jan 2021
Battlestar Galactica Miniseries on SCI FI
Battlestar Galactica miniseries is on SCI FI on the 2nd November. Go to scifi.co.uk/shows/battlestar-galactica/ to find out more info about the show.
published: 02 Nov 2009
Battlestar Galactica - Introductory Scene (HD)
This is the opening, introductory scene to the Battlestar Galactica and some of her crew.
published: 06 Oct 2015
Battlestar Galactica | The Cylons Return With Number Six
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Battlestar Galactica:
Considered by many to be one of the best television series ever made, "Battlestar Galactica" picks up just as Cylons - intelligent robots designed by humankind - commit mass genocide against humanity. Only Battlestar Galactica, the last of the Colonial Fleet, survives the attack. Driven by prophetic visions and political necessity, the Galactica travels through uncharted space in hopes of finding the mythical, lost 13th colony – Earth. The beloved and groundbreaking series returns...
Battlestar Galactica mini-series tribute. All clips from the mini-seires except the first one(from season two).
Song used is Prelude to War by Bear McCreary....
Battlestar Galactica mini-series tribute. All clips from the mini-seires except the first one(from season two).
Song used is Prelude to War by Bear McCreary.
Battlestar Galactica mini-series tribute. All clips from the mini-seires except the first one(from season two).
Song used is Prelude to War by Bear McCreary.
The fleet prepares to jump to the distant Promar Sector along with with the civilian ships as the Cylons start their attack.
From Battlestar Galactica The Mini...
The fleet prepares to jump to the distant Promar Sector along with with the civilian ships as the Cylons start their attack.
From Battlestar Galactica The Miniseries 'Episode 2' - In want of weapons, Adama heads Galactica for a supply station with civilian ships in his wake, but sacrifices must be made.
Battlestar Galactica (2004 - 2009): A group of humans aboard a battleship, Battlestar Galactica, are forced to abandon their planet after being attacked by Cylons. They try to evade the Cylons while searching for their true home, Earth.
Watch The Full Series Here: https://www.uphe.com/tv/battlestar-galactica-2004-the-complete-series
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The fleet prepares to jump to the distant Promar Sector along with with the civilian ships as the Cylons start their attack.
From Battlestar Galactica The Miniseries 'Episode 2' - In want of weapons, Adama heads Galactica for a supply station with civilian ships in his wake, but sacrifices must be made.
Battlestar Galactica (2004 - 2009): A group of humans aboard a battleship, Battlestar Galactica, are forced to abandon their planet after being attacked by Cylons. They try to evade the Cylons while searching for their true home, Earth.
Watch The Full Series Here: https://www.uphe.com/tv/battlestar-galactica-2004-the-complete-series
Welcome to Science Fiction Station - the hub for the greatest science fiction moments ever put to screen. Join us for all time classic clips, behind the scenes content and more, as we explore everything from bold new worlds, warped realities and technological marvels!
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Computers are no match for the new Cylon technology
Mini Series PART 1 - After a 40-year armistice in the war between the Twelve Colonies and the Cylons, the l...
Computers are no match for the new Cylon technology
Mini Series PART 1 - After a 40-year armistice in the war between the Twelve Colonies and the Cylons, the latter group launches a surprise attack with a goal of exterminating the human race, wiping out virtually everyone in the Twelve Colonies.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
#BattlestarGalactica #BSG #SciFi
Computers are no match for the new Cylon technology
Mini Series PART 1 - After a 40-year armistice in the war between the Twelve Colonies and the Cylons, the latter group launches a surprise attack with a goal of exterminating the human race, wiping out virtually everyone in the Twelve Colonies.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
#BattlestarGalactica #BSG #SciFi
A look back to how it all began. The Cylons return in a new form after years from being absent.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: ht...
A look back to how it all began. The Cylons return in a new form after years from being absent.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
A look back to how it all began. The Cylons return in a new form after years from being absent.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
I didn't really like any of the others, so I gave it a shot myself. I wanted to show the basics of the story without giving it all away, and focus more on event...
I didn't really like any of the others, so I gave it a shot myself. I wanted to show the basics of the story without giving it all away, and focus more on events than just cool shots of space battles.
All the footage is from the miniseries itself. The music is Freedom Fighters by Two Steps From Hell (as used in one of the recent Star Trek trailers).
I didn't really like any of the others, so I gave it a shot myself. I wanted to show the basics of the story without giving it all away, and focus more on events than just cool shots of space battles.
All the footage is from the miniseries itself. The music is Freedom Fighters by Two Steps From Hell (as used in one of the recent Star Trek trailers).
When discussing the final season of Star Trek Picard, it was brought to our attention that there are some Star Trek fans who aren't familiar with the 2003 Battl...
When discussing the final season of Star Trek Picard, it was brought to our attention that there are some Star Trek fans who aren't familiar with the 2003 Battlestar Galactica series. In order to help our fellow Trek fans get acquainted with the BSG franchise, we are putting together a few videos to provide a brief introduction to the show. This video covers the basic history and characters of the 2003 Battlestar Galactica Miniseries that acted as a pilot to kick off the four seasons that followed.
When discussing the final season of Star Trek Picard, it was brought to our attention that there are some Star Trek fans who aren't familiar with the 2003 Battlestar Galactica series. In order to help our fellow Trek fans get acquainted with the BSG franchise, we are putting together a few videos to provide a brief introduction to the show. This video covers the basic history and characters of the 2003 Battlestar Galactica Miniseries that acted as a pilot to kick off the four seasons that followed.
After a year without contact, the Cylons find the fleet and force President Baltar to surrender.
Season 2, Episode 20 "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part 2" - After ...
After a year without contact, the Cylons find the fleet and force President Baltar to surrender.
Season 2, Episode 20 "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part 2" - After a controversial election, it seems the humans and Cylons may have brokered peace. Until a Cylon force arrives, announcing a new dawn.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
#BattlestarGalactica #BSG #SciFi
After a year without contact, the Cylons find the fleet and force President Baltar to surrender.
Season 2, Episode 20 "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part 2" - After a controversial election, it seems the humans and Cylons may have brokered peace. Until a Cylon force arrives, announcing a new dawn.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
#BattlestarGalactica #BSG #SciFi
Battlestar Galactica is streaming now on Peacock.
Stream Now: https://www.peacocktv.com?cid=20200101evergreenownyt002&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=owned_online...
Battlestar Galactica is streaming now on Peacock.
Stream Now: https://www.peacocktv.com?cid=20200101evergreenownyt002&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=owned_onlinevideo_brandawareness_descriptionlink&utm_campaign=20200101evergreen&utm_term=youtubewatcher&utm_content=peacockbranddescriptionlink
Battlestar Galactica:
Considered by many to be one of the best television series ever made, "Battlestar Galactica" picks up just as Cylons - intelligent robots designed by humankind - commit mass genocide against humanity. Only Battlestar Galactica, the last of the Colonial Fleet, survives the attack. Driven by prophetic visions and political necessity, the Galactica travels through uncharted space in hopes of finding the mythical, lost 13th colony – Earth. The beloved and groundbreaking series returns with an eye-dazzling update starring Academy Award nominees Edward James Olmos as Commander Adama and Mary McDonnell as President of the rag tag Battlestar fleet.
Battlestar Galactica is streaming now on Peacock.
Stream Now: https://www.peacocktv.com?cid=20200101evergreenownyt002&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=owned_onlinevideo_brandawareness_descriptionlink&utm_campaign=20200101evergreen&utm_term=youtubewatcher&utm_content=peacockbranddescriptionlink
Battlestar Galactica:
Considered by many to be one of the best television series ever made, "Battlestar Galactica" picks up just as Cylons - intelligent robots designed by humankind - commit mass genocide against humanity. Only Battlestar Galactica, the last of the Colonial Fleet, survives the attack. Driven by prophetic visions and political necessity, the Galactica travels through uncharted space in hopes of finding the mythical, lost 13th colony – Earth. The beloved and groundbreaking series returns with an eye-dazzling update starring Academy Award nominees Edward James Olmos as Commander Adama and Mary McDonnell as President of the rag tag Battlestar fleet.
Battlestar Galactica mini-series tribute. All clips from the mini-seires except the first one(from season two).
Song used is Prelude to War by Bear McCreary.
The fleet prepares to jump to the distant Promar Sector along with with the civilian ships as the Cylons start their attack.
From Battlestar Galactica The Miniseries 'Episode 2' - In want of weapons, Adama heads Galactica for a supply station with civilian ships in his wake, but sacrifices must be made.
Battlestar Galactica (2004 - 2009): A group of humans aboard a battleship, Battlestar Galactica, are forced to abandon their planet after being attacked by Cylons. They try to evade the Cylons while searching for their true home, Earth.
Watch The Full Series Here: https://www.uphe.com/tv/battlestar-galactica-2004-the-complete-series
Welcome to Science Fiction Station - the hub for the greatest science fiction moments ever put to screen. Join us for all time classic clips, behind the scenes content and more, as we explore everything from bold new worlds, warped realities and technological marvels!
Subscribe to Science Fiction Station here: https://www.youtube.com/c/SciFiStationOfficial/
#SciFi #ScienceFiction #SciFiStation #BattlestarGalactica
Computers are no match for the new Cylon technology
Mini Series PART 1 - After a 40-year armistice in the war between the Twelve Colonies and the Cylons, the latter group launches a surprise attack with a goal of exterminating the human race, wiping out virtually everyone in the Twelve Colonies.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
#BattlestarGalactica #BSG #SciFi
A look back to how it all began. The Cylons return in a new form after years from being absent.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
I didn't really like any of the others, so I gave it a shot myself. I wanted to show the basics of the story without giving it all away, and focus more on events than just cool shots of space battles.
All the footage is from the miniseries itself. The music is Freedom Fighters by Two Steps From Hell (as used in one of the recent Star Trek trailers).
When discussing the final season of Star Trek Picard, it was brought to our attention that there are some Star Trek fans who aren't familiar with the 2003 Battlestar Galactica series. In order to help our fellow Trek fans get acquainted with the BSG franchise, we are putting together a few videos to provide a brief introduction to the show. This video covers the basic history and characters of the 2003 Battlestar Galactica Miniseries that acted as a pilot to kick off the four seasons that followed.
After a year without contact, the Cylons find the fleet and force President Baltar to surrender.
Season 2, Episode 20 "Lay Down Your Burdens, Part 2" - After a controversial election, it seems the humans and Cylons may have brokered peace. Until a Cylon force arrives, announcing a new dawn.
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on Google Play: http://bit.ly/2h9UDgw
Watch full episodes of Battlestar Galactica on iTunes: http://apple.co/2j82DDc
Subscribe for more Battlestar Galactica: http://bit.ly/2j6mMJW
#BattlestarGalactica #BSG #SciFi
Battlestar Galactica is streaming now on Peacock.
Stream Now: https://www.peacocktv.com?cid=20200101evergreenownyt002&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=owned_onlinevideo_brandawareness_descriptionlink&utm_campaign=20200101evergreen&utm_term=youtubewatcher&utm_content=peacockbranddescriptionlink
Battlestar Galactica:
Considered by many to be one of the best television series ever made, "Battlestar Galactica" picks up just as Cylons - intelligent robots designed by humankind - commit mass genocide against humanity. Only Battlestar Galactica, the last of the Colonial Fleet, survives the attack. Driven by prophetic visions and political necessity, the Galactica travels through uncharted space in hopes of finding the mythical, lost 13th colony – Earth. The beloved and groundbreaking series returns with an eye-dazzling update starring Academy Award nominees Edward James Olmos as Commander Adama and Mary McDonnell as President of the rag tag Battlestar fleet.
Battlestar Galactica is a three-hour miniseries (comprising four broadcast hours) starring Edward James Olmos and Mary McDonnell, written and produced by Ronald D. Moore and directed by Michael Rymer. It was the first part of the Battlestar Galactica remake based on the 1978 Battlestar Galactica television series, and served as a backdoor pilot for the 2004 television series. The miniseries aired originally on the Sci Fi Channel in the United States starting on December 8, 2003. The two parts of the miniseries attracted 3.9 and 4.5 million viewers, making the miniseries the third-most-watched program on Syfy.
Plot
Part 1
After a 40-year armistice in a war between the Twelve Colonies (the homeworlds populated by humans) and the Cylons (human-created robots), the Cylons launch a surprise nuclear attack intended to exterminate the human race. Virtually all of the population of the Twelve Colonies are wiped out. Most of the Colonial military is either rendered ineffective or destroyed due to malware in the military computer network that renders it vulnerable to cyber attack. The malware was introduced by Number Six (Tricia Helfer), a Cylon in the form of a human woman, who seduced the famous scientist Dr. Gaius Baltar (James Callis) and exploited their relationship to gain access codes under the cover of an insider contract bid.