Stargate Universe - GateWorld: Podcast #95 - SGU Season One Recap

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GateWorld Podcast: SGU Season One Recap



Wednesday - June 23, 2010

by Darren Sumner

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The freshman season of Stargate Universe is complete! In this week’s podcast, GateWorld’s Darren and David will look at the first year of SGU as a whole and discuss what we thought worked. How did the second half of the season compare to the first half? Character drama, alien threats, separation from home, communication stones, and more — it’s all on the table as we dissect Season One and decide if it lived up to our own expectations.

But first, we’ll also be talking about the news of writer-producer Robert C. Cooper’s departure from Stargate.

If you are a fan of Doctor Who, stick around after the show for a bonus discussion! Darren has picked three episodes for David to watch, and this week David will give us his newbie take on the show and whether he’s been convinced to keep watching.

Stargate Universe - GateWorld: Robert C. Cooper departing Stargate

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Robert C. Cooper departing Stargate

Sunday - June 20, 2010
by Darren Sumner

Robert C. Cooper and Carl Binder on the Stargate Universe Destiny set. Photo courtesy of Joseph Mallozzi's blog.

Robert C. Cooper, one of the Stargate franchise’s most veteran writer/producers, is moving on. Cooper will leave Stargate next month, fellow SGU executive producer Joseph Mallozzi announced on his blog.

“I’m not leaving completely, actually — just stepping back to more of a consulting role for the end of this season,” Cooper told GateWorld. “However, my credit will remain Executive Producer. We’ve already developed most of Season Two and I feel very confident leaving the show in good hands.”

Cooper’s final contribution to the stalwart franchise will be a stage panel appearance at San Diego Comic-Con, promoting the second season of Stargate Universe (now in production). He also tells GateWorld that he’ll be writing one more episode for late Season Two...

...Stay tuned to GateWorld for more exclusive comments straight from Rob Cooper on his decision to step back from the show, and just what his responsibilities will be for the remainder of Season Two’s production.

We’d like to thank Rob Cooper for his part in more than a decade of great television, and wish him Godspeed in his next endeavor!

Stargate Universe - GateWorld: NEW MGM SGU Trailer

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Watch the new Stargate Universe trailer!

Thursday - March 11, 2010

by Darren Sumner

MGM has unveiled the brand new trailer for Stargate Universe’s upcoming spring season! The back half of Season One premieres on Friday, April 2 [on Syfy (US)]...

Stargate Universe - GateWorld: Podcast # 74 - Stargate Universe So Far

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GateWorld Podcast: SGU So Far



Wednesday - January 20, 2010

by Darren Sumner

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The GateWorld Podcast returns for 2010! In our first show of the new year, Darren and David are weighing in on the first half of Stargate Universe’s premiere season. Now that we’ve seen 10 episodes, what do we think of the show? Who are the stand-out characters? Is the balance right between character drama and plot-driving action? How well does SGU carry on the Stargate legacy, and how is it doing judged solely on its own merits?

We’ll also hear from listeners on the topic of SGU So Far, and other topics in Listener Mail.

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Stargate - GateWorld Podcast: Stargate Year-In-Review

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GateWorld Podcast: Stargate Year-In-Review



Wednesday - December 16, 2009

by Darren Sumner

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We’re wrapping up 2009, a big year of transition for the Stargate franchise, on this week’s podcast! Darren and David will look back on the last 12 months, from the final bow of Stargate Atlantis in January to the SGU premiere, our trips to the Stargate conventions in Vancouver and Chicago, Comic-Con, plus the long lead-up to the start of the third Stargate series. We’ll also get David to weigh-in on “Justice,” and hear from some listeners on their personal Stargate high-points of the year.

Our last show of the year wraps up with a special treat for Stargate fans: “PX-75309,” a Stargate parody song by the band Sci-Fried! To hear more and learn about the band, visit them at Sci-FriedBand.com. Happy Holidays, and we’ll see you in 2010!

Stargate Universe - GateWorld: Podcast: ‘Water’

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GateWorld Podcast: ‘Water’

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It’s episode six of Stargate Universe this week! Darren and David talk about “Water,” last week’s new episode of the show. We’ll discuss the return of the dust devil lifeform, putting Stargates on inhospitable planets, those familiar EVA suits, a missed character opportunity, and more. Tune in to hear our analysis of the episode, our quibbles, as well as some voicemail from other fans.

But first up, we’ll take a look at the recent post by producer Joseph Mallozzi on the bad behavior of some fans online.

Stargate - GateWorld Podcast # 33 - Space Ships vs. Stargates

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GateWorld Podcast: Space Ships vs. Stargates

Tuesday - March 10, 2009

by Darren Sumner

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Was the introduction of Earth’s interstellar ships a good thing or a bad thing for the Stargate franchise? In this week’s podcast Darren and David look at the history of the fleet and its impact on the way that SG-1 and Atlantis told stories — both in adding new dimensions, and in taking attention away from the gate itself as the show’s centerpiece. We have our thoughts, and we’ll also hear what listeners have to say on the topic.

But first we’ll recap the last week’s worth of Stargate news, and new additions to GateWorld! PLUS: Preview interview with Neil Jackson.

Stargate - GateWorld Podcast # 28 - Open Line Night!

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GateWorld Podcast: Open Line Night!

Tuesday - February 3, 2009 | by Darren Sumner

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This week Darren and David are kicking back for our first “Open Line” night, where we talk about whatever is on listeners’ minds — from GateWorld’s history to the Replicators, and from the final two seasons of Stargate SG-1 to why we love science fiction. And more.

We’ll also run down the latest Stargate news and news GateWorld features, and give podcast listeners a preview of our upcoming interview with Stargate SG-1’s Cliff Simon (“Baal”)!

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: SCI FI confirms Atlantis cancellation, TV movie

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SCI FI confirms Atlantis cancellation, TV movie

THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 (GENERAL)

Press Release: Network will follow the fifth and final season with a 2-hour movie.


A brief excerpt:

Thursday - August 21, 2008 | by Darren Sumner

The SCI FI Channel is calling it quits with Stargate Atlantis -- or at least in its current format -- the network confirmed in a press release today. The spin-off series will conclude in January with the current, fifth season, and will be followed with a 2-hour Atlantis movie (story).

Despite the cancellation, series creator Brad Wright tells GateWorld that, looking ahead, the Stargate franchise is as strong as it has ever been.

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: First details on 'Remnants'

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First details on 'Remnants'

Monday - June 30, 2008 | by Darren Sumner

The first story info has arrived at GateWorld for "Remnants," an episode set to air in the second half of Stargate Atlantis's fifth season. The episode will see the return of a character believed to be dead.

Written by executive producer Joseph Mallozzi, "Remnants" is expected to go before cameras when the show returns from its mid-season hiatus in late July.

**snippage**

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: New Robert Picardo MGM Publicity Stills

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Robert Picardo Photo Gallery



Sunday - June 15, 2008 | by Darren Sumner

The first official Season Five cast photos have arrived exclusively at GateWorld -- more specifically, gallery shots of new cast member Robert Picardo.

**snippage**

Stargate: Continuum - GateWorld: Early Look at Stargate: Continuum

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Early Look at Stargate: Continuum

Beware of minor SPOILERS for Stargate: Continuum in the review below -- but nothing more than the info already released in MGM's summary.


A brief excerpt:

While visiting the set of Stargate Atlantis this month, GateWorld's editors were invited to attend a theatrical screening of the upcoming DVD movie Stargate: Continuum. We entered the theater with high expectations, as long-time Stargate fans who are longing for the glory days of SG-1 and waiting for something to come along and revitalize our enthusiasm for the franchise that we cover day-in and day-out.

We walked away as reborn Stargate fans.

For GateWorld owner Darren Sumner Stargate: Continuum is, simply put, the best movie or episode he has seen in years. It is easily in the top five for all 12 years of Stargate history, and he is still debating whether he may like it more than some of his all-time favorites: "Within the Serpent's Grasp" / "The Serpent's Lair," "The Fifth Race," "Jolinar's Memories" / "The Devil You Know," and "Lost City." If it is not better than these, if it is not the best Stargate since SG-1 began, Stargate: Continuum is certainly in their company.


**snippage**

Stargate Atlantis - Michael Shanks - GateWorld: Mid-season cliffhanger is 'First Contact'

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Mid-season cliffhanger is 'First Contact'

THURSDAY, APRIL 3 (EPISODES)

The first half of Stargate Atlantis's new season will end with an episode titled "First Contact," featuring Michael Shanks.




A brief excerpt:

Thursday - April 3, 2008 | by Darren Sumner


The first half of Stargate Atlantis's new season will end with an episode titled "First Contact," writer-producer Martin Gero told GateWorld in an exclusive interview today. The episode is the first of a two-parter, guest starring Michael Shanks as Dr. Daniel Jackson.

**snippage**

Stay tuned to GateWorld for more on "First Contact," and much more from Vancouver this week! Season Five premieres on SCI FI Channel in the United States this July.

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: 5 NEW photos from Kindred 2

Posted by GateWorld's Darren at GateWorld Forum (please follow the link below for the full-sized, higher-resolutioned photos):

http://forum.gateworld.net/showpost.php?p=7777497&postcount=949

Five new photos from "The Kindred, Part 2" are up at GateWorld, courtesy of MGM -- including a very cool first photo of Michael!

Michael (Connor Trinneer) and Teyla (Rachel Luttrell)



Teyla

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: 'Be All My Sins' sets Season Four ratings record

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'Be All My Sins' sets Season Four ratings record

The ratings are in for the mid-season premiere of Stargate Atlantis.



Monday - January 21, 2008 | by Darren Sumner

The ratings are in for the mid-season premiere of Stargate Atlantis, and they are up! "Be All My Sins Remember'd" set a new record for the show's fourth season, earning a 1.4 average household rating (Live + Same Day) on January 4.

**snippage**

Stargate Atlantis - People's Choice Award Winner!

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Stargate Atlantis wins People's Choice Award

Tuesday - January 8, 2008 | by Darren Sumner

Stargate Atlantis is the winner of the People's Choice Award for Favorite Sci-Fi Show!

Atlantis toppled some stiff competition to pick up its first win in the 34th annual awards, voted on by viewers. The show was up against longtime genre favorites Battlestar Galactica and Doctor Who.

**snippage**

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: Mallozzi speaks out on renewal, Atlantis Season Five

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Mallozzi speaks out on renewal, Atlantis Season Five



Friday - October 26, 2007 | by Darren Sumner


The cast, crew, and fans of Stargate Atlantis let out a collective sigh of relief this week, with SCI FI Channel announcing that the show has been picked up for a fifth season (story).

But what does another year mean for the show's creative direction? Will new cast members such as Amanda Tapping ("Samantha Carter") stick around for another year? And does this mean that the third TV series, Stargate Universe, has been put on hold?

We went straight to executive producer (and one of Atlantis's show-runners) Joseph Mallozzi for some answers:

**snippage**

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: Binder gives life to Dr. Keller

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Binder gives life to Dr. Keller

Monday - September 10, 2007 | by Darren Sumner

Beware of minor SPOILERS below for the upcoming fourth season of Stargate Atlantis.



Renowned actress Jewel Staite joins the cast of Stargate Atlantis this season as Dr. Jennifer Keller, the expedition's new chief medical officer. But who is Jennifer? GateWorld recently sat down with writer-producer Carl Binder, who had the opportunity to flesh out the new character in the Season Four episode "Missing."

**snippage**

Stargate Atlantis - GateWorld: First plot details for "Harmony"

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http://www.gateworld.net/news/2007/08/first_plot_details_for_harmony.shtml

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A brief excerpt:

First plot details for 'Harmony'

Sunday - August 19, 2007 | by Darren Sumner


Beware of SPOILERS in the report below.

The first plot information has arrived at GateWorld for "Harmony," an episode set to air late in Stargate Atlantis's fourth season. Executive producer Joseph Mallozzi has implied, but not yet confirmed, that the title character and lead guest star will be played by 12-year-old actress Jodelle Ferland.

Ferland played Adria at 7 years old in the SG-1 Season Ten premiere, "Flesh and Blood." Her long list of film and television credits also includes Masters of Horror, Supernatural, Smallville, and the 2006 film "Silent Hill."

**snippage**