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Season 1 – Stargate Universe

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Led by the brilliant scientist Dr. Nicholas Rush, a band of civilians and soldiers faces a whole new world -- and fights for survival -- after their secret military base is attacked. The survivors emerge aboard an ancient ship, unable to return to Earth and now on a course to parts unknown. Amid the darkness the group must meet its most basic needs of food, water and air while discovering the secrets of the ship's Stargate to ultimately survive.
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Stargate Universe — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

In its first season, Stargate Universe traces the outline of a series that would go on to become a standout from other sci-fi staples.

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Phelim O'Neill Guardian May 19, 2018
After a shaky start, the show developed into something much better than expected, with the unwilling and unprepared crew regularly at risk from internal power struggles, alien attacks and mysterious forces. Go to Full Review Barry Garron The Hollywood Reporter May 18, 2018
True, "Stargate" fans likely will climb aboard this spaceship. But if this series is ever to really take off and become stellar, it will need more surprising stories and more intellectually challenging drama. Go to Full Review Laura Fries Variety May 18, 2018
It all makes for an intriguing setup that doesn't quite gel, even by the end of the third episode. Go to Full Review Adam Sweeting The Arts Desk Aug 5, 2020
Now here's Stargate Universe, which - judging by this double length opener - creators Brad Wright and Robert S. Cooper might equally well have called Stargate Galactica, Stargate Trek, or even Stargate Lost. Go to Full Review Jason Hughes CinemaBlend May 21, 2018
4/5
Cap it off with one of the most intense cliffhanger endings any sci-fi show has ever given us, and you have a fantastic first season. Go to Full Review Bruce Simmons Screen Rant May 19, 2018
I am not compelled to disembark with them. Not yet. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Elias S @RT60577233 Apr 21, 2026 a very very underrated show great story and the acting especially the acting from Robert Carlyle sells it and the fealing of being stuck in space far far away from home is just something i love the dark aspect of space not even hostile just dark See more Eric S. @CoolBean Apr 1, 2026 It's so bad, dont waste your time. See more Jose J @JJavier Mar 6, 2026 Gran serie de viajes de exploración espacial. Interesantes tramas sobre la soledad y la convivencia en el espacio, así como las consecuencias para los familiares y amigos que quedan en La Tierra. See more Hughe J @Hughe Jul 9, 2025 Stargate Universe was the last series entry for the beloved Stargate Franchise. Season 1 is set upon the ancient exploration ship Destiny which has been traveling for hundreds of thousands of years across the universe. The "crew" ends up on Destiny largely by accident and soon find that the ship is in need of repairs and every day is a struggle to survive. The first season followed the Stargate outline of either going through the gate or flying to new planets, but had a darker more realistic tone. Many of the episodes focused on interpersonal relationships instead of existential threats which occasionally got old though. The special effects were almost always excellent, the acting was quite good, and the music (yes actual songs) were fantastic. The first season of Stargate Universe was very well done and for science fictions fans this is a must see. See more joris m @RT09214440 Nov 26, 2024 Meilleure série de la franchise ! Les acteurs sont incroyables et l'intrigue vraiment génial ! Réussir à développer du nouveau contenu de qualité sans être redondant après Atlantis est vraiment un exploit ! La première saison met du temps à installer l'histoire mais elle permet de voir les jeux de pouvoir et amène doucement au fil rouge de la série à savoir la mission du Discovery ! See more Michael G @crunchyfrog Feb 29, 2024 I'm guessing having a Goa'uld implanted in my stomach would be a more pleasant experience than watching Stargate Universe. I'm a big fan of Stargate SG1 and Stargate Atlantis, but I found myself wishing the Wraiths had actually conquered Earth just to stop this show from ever being made. See more Read all reviews
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Brad Wright

Creator

Robert C. Cooper

Creator

William Waring

Director

Peter DeLuise

Director

Robert C. Cooper

Director

Alex Chapple

Director

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 2, 2009 Air During an evacuation, a scientist sends escapees into deep space for an experiment. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 2, 2009 Air During an evacuation, a scientist sends escapees into deep space for an experiment. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 9, 2009 Air When the air supply starts to fail, the team searches a planet for a mineral that can help. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 16, 2009 Darkness Dr. Rush tries to determine why the ship's power reserves are dangerously low. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 23, 2009 Light The plan to abandon ship raises spirits until the crew discovers that the shuttle cannot carry everyone. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 30, 2009 Water The team must locate a new water source before the ship's water reserves are depleted. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 6, 2009 Earth A high-risk operation might return everyone trapped aboard the Destiny to Earth; Eli and Chloe are allowed to use the communication stones to visit Earth. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 13, 2009 Time The team visits a jungle planet and recovers a Kino; members of the team begin to fall ill. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 20, 2009 Life Lt. Scott and Camile Wray use the communication stones to visit Earth; the crew discovers a piece of ancient technology that carries a promise of a way home. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 4, 2009 Justice The body of a crew member is discovered; a planet hides a secret that threatens the Destiny and the crew. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 2, 2010 Space Col. Young's consciousness ends up in an unknown being after a snafu with the communications stones. Details Episode 12 Aired Apr 9, 2010 Divided Dr. Rush and Chloe have nightmares after their ordeal on the alien vessel, and Rush suspects a tracking device may have been placed on the ship's hull. Details Episode 13 Aired Apr 16, 2010 Faith Dr. Rush tries to determine why Destiny has no record of a new star system; a small team shuttles down to the planet's surface. Details Episode 14 Aired Apr 23, 2010 Human Dr. Rush links himself directly to Destiny's computer, hoping it will reveal the code needed to control the flight path. Details Episode 15 Aired Apr 30, 2010 Lost Trapped beneath the ruins, the group must find a way out before Destiny leaves the galaxy. Details Episode 16 Aired May 7, 2010 Sabotage When a drive module on the Destiny explodes, the crew calls upon a brilliant Earth scientist to find a solution. Details Episode 17 Aired May 14, 2010 Pain Dr. Tamara Johansen tries to track down what is causing the crew to hallucinate. Details Episode 18 Aired May 21, 2010 Subversion Rush returns to Earth to find a way to prove Telford is a spy. Details Episode 19 Aired Jun 4, 2010 Incursion An enemy from the Milky Way boards the Destiny and takes hostages but, in doing so, may have become stranded. Details Episode 20 Aired Jun 11, 2010 Incursion Deadly bursts of radiation interrupt a showdown between the Destiny and the Lucian Alliance. Details

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Season Info

Director
William Waring, Peter DeLuise, Robert C. Cooper, Alex Chapple, Ernest R. Dickerson, Andy Mikita
Creator
Brad Wright, Robert C. Cooper
Executive Producer
Robert C. Cooper, Brad Wright, Carl Binder, N. John Smith
Screenwriter
Joseph Mallozzi, Brad Wright, Carl Binder, Martin Gero, Barbara Marshall, Jeff Vlaming, Denis McGrath, Robert C. Cooper
Network
SYFY
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Sci-Fi, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 2, 2009
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