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Season 3 – Battlestar Galactica

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This update of the late-1970s series takes a decidedly darker tone as what's left of humankind struggles for survival against the robot Cylons, who have killed millions. The Galactica, led by William Adama, protects a patched-together fleet of civilians -- led by de facto president Laura Roslin -- in search of a mythical planet called Earth.
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Battlestar Galactica — Season 3

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Critics Consensus

Dark, charming and unusually thoughtful, Battlestar Galactica's third season continues to improve on the show's most addictive elements.

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Brian Lowry Variety Jan 23, 2020
The series is still one hell of a ride. Go to Full Review Troy Patterson Slate Jan 22, 2020
There's no reason for Battlestar Galactica to push its tone to the point of dreariness; it already works perfectly as a space-age mood piece. Go to Full Review William Thomas Empire Magazine Oct 18, 2017
4/5
If there's one thing this unusually thoughtful sci-fi series can never be accused of, it's resting on its laurels. Go to Full Review Peter Canavese Groucho Reviews Apr 21, 2020
3.5/4
Battlestar Galactica has a complex but accessible mythology, a sprawling cast of strong character actors, and catchy mysteries. Go to Full Review Michelle Tauber People Magazine Jan 23, 2020
An instantly addictive, girl-powered show that packs emotional punch, rip-roaring adventure and surprisingly sexy heat. Go to Full Review Dan Iverson IGN DVD Jan 23, 2020
8/10
The New Caprica storyline is a shining example of how powerful this series can be. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Daniel L @Hotchopeppa Nov 11, 2025 Love love love love love this series. Perfectly casted, perfectly written, perfectly directed, amazing characters, amazing story, amazing soundtrack. Hands down my be of my all time favourite shows. Just wish there was more. See more g j @g.username Jul 5, 2025 It's.... fine? Some good ideas and a lot of bland or cheesey ones. The show really swings between overly repetitive and shark jumping. I can't imagine wanting to rewatch this or recommending it someone else. See more Paul H @TesticusGalacticus Dec 20, 2023 Season 3 started off great, the humans as a militia resistance movement but the rest of the episodes were really pretty dull, it's a great series but these season was by far the weakest of the three so far. See more David E @RT62848569 Nov 30, 2023 The show continues to engage and twist the expectations of the viewer. Worthy of the accolades that was praised on it as the show was released. See more Nathan E @RT57746047 Aug 20, 2023 THE ABOSOLUTE BEST show, EVER, bar NONE, for any genre, country or time, period. See more David J @RT49533742 Aug 20, 2022 BSG continues to show why it is, without a doubt, the greatest sci-fi series ever put to television. See more Read all reviews
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Edward James Olmos

Adm. William Adama

Mary McDonnell

President Laura Roslin

Katee Sackhoff

Capt. Kara "Starbuck" Thrace

Jamie Bamber

Cmdr. Lee "Apollo" Adama

James Callis

President Gaius Baltar

Tricia Helfer

Number Six

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 6, 2006 The Occupation Humans find various ways of living under Cylon rule on New Caprica; Adama plans a rescue mission. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 6, 2006 Precipice The Cylons crack down on the humans after a bombing. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 13, 2006 Exodus Adama prepares to rescue the human population on New Caprica; Sharon tries to coordinate the insurgency. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 20, 2006 Exodus Adama prepares to rescue the human population on New Caprica; Sharon tries to coordinate the insurgency. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 27, 2006 Collaborators Without Laura or Adama's knowledge, a secret jury forms aboard Galactica to pass judgment on those who collaborated with the Cylons. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 3, 2006 Torn A deadly virus forces the Cylons to make terrible choices to protect their race. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 10, 2006 A Measure of Salvation D'Anna tortures Baltar to find out who is responsible for the virus. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 17, 2006 Hero A pilot, believed to be killed on a secret mission years ago, escapes from Cylon custody and returns to Galactica. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 1, 2006 Unfinished Business Memories of what happened on New Caprica haunt the crew when they participate in an impromptu boxing tournament. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 8, 2006 The Passage The fleet faces starvation when the food-processing machinery is contaminated; Baltar discovers that D'Anna is using the power of resurrection to look beyond the physical world. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 15, 2006 The Eye of Jupiter The possible discovery of the Eye of Jupiter on the algae planet leads to a stand-off between the Cylons and the humans. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 21, 2007 Rapture As a supernova threatens to destroy the algae planet, the Galactica team must race to find clues to the Earth's location. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 28, 2007 Taking a Break From All Your Worries Captors interrogate imprisoned ex-President Gaius Baltar aboard Galactica. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 11, 2007 The Woman King Galactica's medical team struggles to curb an epidemic triggered by Sagittaron refugees. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 18, 2007 A Day in the Life A pair of crew members are trapped outside in an airlock. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 25, 2007 Dirty Hands Chief Tyrol's labor leader persuades him to defy Adama and become the rallying point for a strike. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 4, 2007 Maelstrom Kara Thrace is on the edge of a nervous breakdown as she battles the emotional fallout from her captivity on New Caprica. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 11, 2007 The Son Also Rises Sabotage, dissension and unlikely alliances cause complications as the fleet awaits the trial of Gaius Baltar. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 18, 2007 Crossroads As the trial of Gaius Baltar begins, testimony rivets the fleet's attention. Details Episode 20 Aired Mar 25, 2007 Crossroads Gaius Baltar's trial takes many surprising turns; a series of coincidences creates new alliances aboard Galactica. Details Episode 21 Aired Nov 24, 2007 Razor Lee Adama embarks on his first mission as commander of the Battlestar Pegasus. Details Episode 22 Aired Nov 24, 2007 Razor Lee Adama embarks on his first mission as commander of the Battlestar Pegasus. Details

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Battlestar Galactica — Season 3

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Season Info

Director
Michael Rymer, Felix Alcala, Sergio Mimica-Gezzan, Michael Nankin, Robert M. Young, Bill Eagles, Edward James Olmos, Jean de Segonzac, Rod Hardy, Wayne Rose
Screenwriter
Ronald D. Moore, Mark Verheiden, David Weddle, Michael Angeli, Michael Taylor, Anne Cofell Saunders, Jane Espenson, Bradley Thompson, Jane Esperson, David Eick
Network
SYFY
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Action
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 6, 2006
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