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Stargate Atlantis 2004

“A new gate will open. A lost city will rise again.”

★ 8.0/10 · 1,191 votes TV-PG Sci-Fi & FantasyAction & AdventureDrama 5 seasons · 100 eps Ended
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What is Stargate Atlantis?

Stargate Atlantis is a television series that serves as a spin-off from Stargate SG-1. The show premiered on July 16, 2004, following the conclusion of the seventh season of its predecessor, and the two programs continued to be released simultaneously.

Type
TV series
Year
2004
Status
Ended
Episodes
100
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Jul 15, 2004
Last aired
Jan 8, 2009
Original language
EN
Origin
CA, US
Networks
Syfy
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Drama
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Stargate Atlantis is a television series that serves as a spin-off from Stargate SG-1. The show premiered on July 16, 2004, following the conclusion of the seventh season of its predecessor, and the two programs continued to be released simultaneously. The series follows a scientific expedition led by Dr. Elizabeth Weir and Major Sheppard after the discovery of the Ancients' city of Atlantis in the Pegasus Galaxy. Upon arriving at the abandoned city, the team finds themselves unable to establish contact with Earth. Their explorations lead to the unexpected awakening of the Wraith, a deadly enemy that views the expedition members as prey. To survive, the Atlantis team forms alliances with local inhabitants, including Teyla Emmagan, while working to uncover the secrets of their new home. The series concluded after five seasons with the final episode, titled Enemy at the Gate, which aired on January 9, 2009. A follow-up film titled Stargate: Extinction was announced to continue the plot of the series.

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“An international expedition discovers the lost city of Atlantis and faces a deadly new enemy in space.”

Reasons to watch
  • features an international team of scientists and military
  • explores a new galaxy via Stargate technology
Keep in mind
  • the team is stranded without contact to Earth

Watch it if you enjoy space exploration stories featuring advanced technology and high-stakes survival.

The series features intense conflicts with an extraterrestrial enemy known as the Wraith.

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Season 2 · 20 episodes
Season 3 · 20 episodes
Season 4 · 20 episodes
Season 5 · 20 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of Stargate Atlantis?

A team of scientists and military personnel travel to the Pegasus Galaxy to explore the ancient city of Atlantis.

Who created the series?

The series was created by Robert C. Cooper and Brad Wright.

How many seasons does the show have?

The series concluded after five seasons.

Is this show connected to other Stargate series?

Yes, it is a spin-off from Stargate SG-1 and part of the broader Stargate franchise.

When did the series air?

The show premiered on July 16, 2004, and concluded on January 9, 2009.