Caprica 2010
“Two Families. One Destiny.”
What is Caprica?
Caprica is a science fiction drama television series. The show is set in a society close to our own, in the vibrant world of the peaceful 12 Colonies, 58 years before the events of Battlestar Galactica.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 18
- Runtime
- 41 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 22, 2010
- Last aired
- Nov 30, 2010
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Syfy
- Genres
- Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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Overview
Caprica is a science fiction drama television series. The show is set in a society close to our own, in the vibrant world of the peaceful 12 Colonies, 58 years before the events of Battlestar Galactica. It follows two rival families, the Graystones and the Adamas, as they grow, compete, and thrive. These families are entangled in the burgeoning technology of artificial intelligence and robotics, which will have significant consequences. The series explores themes of action, corporate conspiracy, and sexual politics, ultimately leading to the creation of the Cylons.
Should you watch it?
“Two rival families navigate corporate conspiracy and the birth of artificial intelligence fifty-eight years before Battlestar Galactica.”
- explores the origins of Cylon technology
- features complex family rivalries
- slower pace than its predecessor
- focuses on corporate politics over space combat
Watch it if you enjoy exploring the backstory of the Battlestar Galactica universe and its technological foundations.
The series contains mature themes involving corporate conspiracy and sexual politics.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 18 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Jan 22, 2010
- E2 Rebirth Jan 29, 2010
- E3 Reins of a Waterfall Feb 5, 2010
- E4 Gravedancing Feb 19, 2010
- E5 There Is Another Sky Feb 26, 2010
- E6 Know Thy Enemy Mar 5, 2010
- E7 The Imperfections of Memory Mar 12, 2010
- E8 Ghosts in the Machine Mar 19, 2010
- E9 End of Line Mar 26, 2010
- E10 Unvanquished Oct 5, 2010
- E11 Retribution Oct 12, 2010
- E12 Things We Lock Away Oct 19, 2010
- E13 False Labor Oct 26, 2010
- E14 Blowback Nov 2, 2010
- E15 The Dirteaters Nov 9, 2010
- E16 The Heavens Will Rise Nov 16, 2010
- E17 Here Be Dragons Nov 23, 2010
- E18 Apotheosis Nov 30, 2010
Frequently asked questions
When is this series set?
The story takes place 58 years before the events of Battlestar Galactica.
What is the main focus of the show?
The plot centers on two rival families, the Graystones and the Adamas, and the development of artificial intelligence.
Does the show feature space battles?
The series focuses on corporate and social life within the 12 Colonies rather than space combat.
How does this relate to the Cylons?
The show depicts the burgeoning technology and robotics that eventually lead to the creation of the Cylons.
What is the setting of the series?
The story is set in the vibrant world of the peaceful 12 Colonies.