Battlestar Galactica Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1978 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Battlestar Galactica
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Battlestar Galactica have?
Battlestar Galactica has 1 season and 21 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 17, 1978 to April 29, 1979.
Is Battlestar Galactica renewed, ended, or canceled?
Battlestar Galactica has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Battlestar Galactica?
It takes 18h 41m (1121 minutes) to watch the complete run of Battlestar Galactica. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 10 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 18.7-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 9.4 hours of viewing each day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Battlestar Galactica?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 10 ("The Living Legend (1)"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.9/10 based on 10 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica is available for streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Battlestar Galactica?
The primary ensemble cast includes Lorne Greene as Commander Adama (age 72 (deceased)), Dirk Benedict as Lt. Starbuck (age 81), Richard Hatch as Capt. Apollo (age 71 (deceased)), Maren Jensen as Lt. Athena (age 70).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Lorne Greene | Commander Adama | 72 (deceased) |
| Dirk Benedict | Lt. Starbuck | 81 |
| Richard Hatch | Capt. Apollo | 71 (deceased) |
| Maren Jensen | Lt. Athena | 70 |
| Herbert Jefferson Jr. | Lt. Boomer | 79 |
| Terry Carter | Colonel Tigh | 95 (deceased) |
| Noah Hathaway | Boxey | 54 |
| Tony Swartz | Flight Sargeant Jolly | 73 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Battlestar Galactica are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.