Battlestar Galactica is one of the most popular science fiction franchises of the modern era. The show originally aired in 1978, riding off the success of the Star Wars film, and spawened a number of comics, movies, and revamped television series. All of the Battlestar Galactica series follow the same general plot - a human civilization exists on a group of planets called the Twelve Colonies, and must deal with the intergalactic war with a cybernetic race called Cylons. The franchise has a cult-like following, and fans can't get enough of the shows, movies, and comics that it puts out. The modern series is extremely popular.

FAQs

Anyone interested in the show Battlestar Galactica should find a Frequently Asked Question section fairly interesting, especially since the show has some complex ideas. They’ll also enjoy the resources provided that let them learn a little more about the show and the actors on it.

Q: What is Battlestar Galactica?

A: Battlestar Galactica was a television series that aired on the Sci-Fi Channel, based on the older show from the 1970s.

Q: How long did the series run?

A: The original series ran for three years, while the modern series ran for four seasons.

Q: What were the Razor flashbacks?

A: They were flashbacks that aired prior to the start of the Razor storyline.

Q: What was “The Face of the Enemy”?

A: These were episodes of the show that only aired online.

Q: What did Commander Adama do during the Cylon War?

A: He was a Viper pilot.

Q: What is the name of the President’s ship?

A: The Colonial One.

Q: What medical problem did the President suffer from?

A: The President had breast cancer.

Q: What connection does Adama has with Starbuck?

A: She was engaged to his son Zak who died during a Cylon attack.

Q: What is the Final Five?

A: The Final Five is a group of hidden cylons, who’s identity wasn’t revealed.

Q: What is Caprica?

A: Caprica is the name of the spin-off, which begins airing in 2010.

Q: Who directed the TV movie that aired after the show ended?

A: Series regular Edward James Olmos.

Q: What song appears frequently on the show?

A: "All Along the Watchtower"

Q: What quote from Peter Pan is often used on the show?

A: “All of this has happened before and it will all happen again.”

Q: What is the 13^th colony?

A: Earth.

Q: How did the humans on the show survive the First Cylon War?

A: They climbed on board different spaceships.

About the Show

• Sci-Fi Channel: official resource on the show, includes videos and pictures featuring the cast.
• Battlestar Galactica Comic: lists information about the official comic based on the show.
• Battlestar the Board Game: gives information on the board game based on the show.
• Battlestar Fan Club: an official fan club for fans of the original show and the newer show.
• Galactica Station: gives news on the show and the actors, as well as pictures and biographies.
• Everything You Were Afraid to Ask: covers questions about the show, with clearly defined answers.
• Internet Movie Database: gives up to date information on the actors, directors, producers and other people working on the show.

Fun Stuff

• Ep Guides: lists all episodes of the new Battlestar Galactica series.
• Famous Fonts: shows the font used by the show, with a download option.
• Battlestar Galactica Quotes: compiles the best and top quotes from the 2003 movie.
• Battlestar Galactica Quizzes: lists quizzes based on the show.
• Battlestar Galactica: gives trivia, quizzes and other fun stuff for fans.
• Universe of Battlestar Galactica: lists the best fan fiction written by fans about the show.
• Battlestar Galactica Fan Fiction: gives fan fiction by and for fans of the show.
• Battlestar Wiki: guide written by fans that covers all areas of the show.

Check out the resources listed here to learn even more about the show, the characters, the plots and the future.