Galactica 1980 1980
“The great ship Galactica, our home for these many years we've endured the wilderness of space. And now, we near the end of our journey: we have, at last, found Earth.”
What is Galactica 1980?
"Galactica 1980" is a television series that serves as a continuation of the original "Battlestar Galactica" series. The show takes place 30 years after the events of the original series.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 10
- Runtime
- 49 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 27, 1980
- Last aired
- May 4, 1980
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Drama
- Updated
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"Galactica 1980" is a television series that serves as a continuation of the original "Battlestar Galactica" series. The show takes place 30 years after the events of the original series. The inhabitants of the renegade starfleet, who have been traveling through space, arrive at Earth. Upon their arrival, they take action in response to their assessment of the planet's inhabitants. The inhabitants of Earth are deemed not advanced enough to assist the starfleet in their battle against the Cylons. This development prompts the starfleet to take measures to address the situation. The series explores the consequences of this encounter between the starfleet and the people of Earth.
Should you watch it?
“The legendary Battlestar returns to Earth, confronting a primitive world and looming Cylon threat.”
- Continues the original Battlestar Galactica storyline
- Offers a PG‑rated sci‑fi adventure
- Blends action, drama, and fantasy elements
- PG rating limits mature themes
Watch it if you enjoy a family‑friendly continuation of the original Battlestar Galactica saga.
The series is PG‑rated, presenting a mild sci‑fi adventure suitable for general audiences.
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Season 1 · 10 episodes
- E1 Galactica Discovers Earth (1) Mytharc Jan 27, 1980
- E2 Galactica Discovers Earth (2) Core Feb 3, 1980
- E3 Galactica Discovers Earth (3) Core Feb 10, 1980
- E4 The Super Scouts (1) Core Mar 16, 1980
- E5 The Super Scouts (2) Core Mar 23, 1980
- E6 Spaceball Core Mar 30, 1980
- E7 The Night the Cylons Landed (1) Core Apr 13, 1980
- E8 The Night the Cylons Landed (2) Core Apr 20, 1980
- E9 Space Croppers Mytharc Apr 27, 1980
- E10 The Return of Starbuck Mytharc May 4, 1980
Frequently asked questions
When is the series set?
It takes place roughly 30 years after the events of the original Battlestar Galactica series.
What is the basic premise?
The Galactica crew reaches Earth and decides to act because Earth is not yet advanced enough to help fight the Cylons.
What genres describe the show?
It is classified as sci‑fi & fantasy, action & adventure, and drama.
What rating does the series have?
The series carries a PG rating.
Is this series a sequel to Battlestar Galactica?
Yes, it continues the story of the original Battlestar Galactica series.
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