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Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Binding: DVD
EAN: 0027616921895
Format: NTSC
Label: MGM/UA Video
Manufacturer: MGM/UA Video
Number Of Items: 35
Publisher: MGM/UA Video
Region Code: 1
Release Date: October 19, 2004
Studio: MGM/UA Video
Theatrical Release Date: July 27, 1997
Editorial Review:
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Hollywood's film archives overflow with the carcasses of dismal movies based on lame '60s and '70s television shows, a syndrome that shows no sign of abating. But here's evidence that the reverse effect, turning a movie into a TV series, can have surprisingly positive results. Indeed, Stargate SG-1 is not only significantly better than the 1994 feature it's derived from, but arguably the best-made, most compelling sci-fi program on television.
The central conceit of the original Stargate--the existence of an artificially created "wormhole" through which one can travel to different worlds light years away from Earth--was an intriguing one. In seizing on the obvious possibilities for expanding on that premise, series executive producers-writers Jonathan Glassner and Brad Wright smartly retained some of the film's basic elements (its amalgam of myth and theoretical hokum, or the ongoing clash of wills between scientists and soldiers), while adding a variety of fresh ideas (including new characters, new locations, and a welcome dose of humor, much of it supplied by Richard Dean Anderson, MacGyver himself, who replaces Kurt Russell in the central role of Colonel Jack O'Neill). The result is a show with multidimensional heroes and villains and consistently compelling story lines (many of them introduced in the pilot and carried forward through subsequent episodes) balancing excellent special effects and production values.
In the second season, "The Serpent's Lair" concludes the cliffhanger from the end of the first season in a rollercoaster of wit, plot twists, and cutting-edge special effects as the SG-1 team resign themselves to a suicide mission. In the two-parter "The Tok'ra," Sam's estranged father is dying of cancer, but her obligations sway her toward saving a member of the Goa'uld renegade Tok'ra who is also dying. In "Show and Tell," the central story arc takes a dramatic turn when a child arrives to warn that some survivors of a Goa'uld attack are determined to eliminate anyone who might host their enemy--which means Earth as a whole.
To resolve the season 2 cliffhanger, General Hammond rounds up every conceivable ally to rescue the SG-1 team from Hathor's clutches and gets a much-needed field trip in the process. In subsequent episodes in season 3, Daniel Jackson is intrigued by the planet Orban's scientific advances over only a few years. In a two-part cliffhanger, Sam must attempt to rescue her father, face Satan himself on a prison moon, and resurrect "Jolinar's Memories" from the Goa'uld she was briefly possessed by, then "The Devil You Know" reveals an embarrassing secret that could allow the team to escape the clutches of Satanic Sokar.
It wasn't until the beginning of the fourth season that fans knew to take the Replicator threat seriously. The spidery nasties had only seemed like one of many new enemies introduced in previous years. But when the one seemingly omnipotent backbone of the galaxy was asking Earth for help, clearly we were in real trouble! In fact, the team's list of enemies expanded and got far more complicated. There were quite a few Earth-based stories in the year, but not all the new enemies were originally local. Willie Garson comically guest-starred as Martin, a geekily suspicious guy with too much knowledge of the Stargate. More sinister was an old flame of Daniel's turning into something far more painful than an old wound (thanks to an ancient Egyptian curse). Thankfully, the writers hadn't forgotten the importance of one-off storylines too.
It now seems clear that season 5 will be remembered as the one in which something went awry with Daniel Jackson. Lots of behind-the-scenes rumors fueled the idea of cast tension, but whatever the problem, his sudden departure from the show was obviously through a quickly contrived scenario. Most shows go through a run-around, skin-of-their-teeth period awaiting renewal, and it certainly seems to have affected storylines this year. For example, a next generation of younger SG teams is introduced. The most unfortunate aspect, however, was that every single story was dependent on a part of the greater interwoven warring-species threads. Some of the one-off tales were terrific in and of themselves, but it was as if the writers fell into the trap of having to refer to as much backstory as possible, perhaps to ensure loose ends could be easily wrapped up? Ultimately none of this mattered since the show went on for quite a while.
The biggest change for the sixth season was its move to the Sci-Fi Channel. Financial rescue or genre haven from cancellation? With the addition of Daniel Jackson's replacement, Jonas Quinn, the new show dynamic (hinted at by the new title theme) meant far more convolutedly involved story arcs and less individual focus. One of very few solo spotlights came from Christopher Judge writing his own show, when "The Changeling" saw Teal'c act out a life as a fireman. There'd be several cameos through the year, culminating in a finale that relied on how much attention you'd been paying to that all-important back-story.
A gradual shift in overall style, character homecomings and departures, and evolving on- and off-screen roles for the major players are among the attractions of the seventh season. Perhaps most noticeable is the reduced role of star Richard Dean Anderson, who opted to limit his number of trips to Vancouver, where Stargate SG-1 is filmed. But that's not a bad thing. The show's ability to poke fun at itself has always been a strong suit, and while Anderson still brings a welcome sense of humor to his portrayal of wiseacre and loose cannon Col. Jack O'Neill, his act is getting a little smug by now. What's more, the other principal cast members have taken up the slack, both behind and in front of the camera: The seventh season also finds the series somewhat more earthbound than in the past; indeed, there are episodes in which the Stargate (the "wormhole" our heroes use to travel to different worlds) doesn't appear at all. On balance, the stories are more personal, and more political--especially the final two, with the newly elected U.S. President (William Devane) struggling to decide the fate of the Stargate program (and, of course, the fate of the entire known universe as well!). And then there's the ultimate villain, Anubis, who makes perennial nemeses the Goa'uld (of which Anubis is one... sort of) look tame. --Sam Graham and Paul Tonks
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I am a huge Stargate SG-1 fan... so dont get me wrong. But the complete season from 1-7 to buy individually is much cheaper than to buy from one of these sellers who try to make some 'profit,' if you know what I mean. Go to bestbuy or even buy the boxed sets 1-7 to a price of $36.99.
I love Stargate and going to buy it as soon as I have enough assets to buy 'em... season 1-8.
I loved it when O'Neill was there... still watch it because of Dr. Jackson...
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Seven seasons of this likable but hardly earth shaking sci fi stalwart is probably too much for any but the most uncritical completist fan. Season 1-3 represent about as good as it gets as far as full seasons go and contains many re-watchable old favourites. From season 4 onwards it's more of a case of sifting the dross from the gold, which becomes rarer as the years progress. The passionate, humanitarian Daniel Jackson and stoic Jaffa warrior Teal'c maintain their commitment throughout but in later ... Read More
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This is my favorite television series. I enjoyed the movie and the show does a great job taking that material and extending it with action, drama, suspense and comical fun. What I like most is how the show has explored much of human mythology. It has become quite popular, spawning a spin-off series and landing a 10th season on the SciFi channel.
NOTE: This show is intended for adults, not children. The first season premiered on the premium cable channel Showtime. Episodes included nudity, ... Read More
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I have been spending some time watching my Stargate SG-1 DVDs (seasons 1-7) and the more I watch them, the more I am convinced that this is the best television Science Fiction series of all time. Let me qualify a few things before making my case.
Other series MIGHT have become the greatest in time, but were cancelled before they came to fruition. So I am leaving those out of the discussion.
I am not saying that Stargate is the greatest Science fiction entertainment of all time. It's ... Read More
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The series intrigues SCI-FI fans but also mythology fans. Tying the possibilities of life, omnipotent beings and space travel into this series and connecting Einstein's string theory, wormhole, and adding world mythologies, different gods and characters along with new worlds and space travel was the work of geniuses. The series brings SCI FI to "real" life.
After watching the series for several seasons on TV, I had to get the DVDs... Just when the Goa'ulds (sp) are overthrown and you are asking ... Read More
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