Stargate Universe 2009
“The Only Mission Is Survival”
What is Stargate Universe?
Stargate Universe is a science fiction television series that premiered in 2009 and concluded its run in 2011. As a part of the broader Stargate franchise, which is centered on the use of ring-shaped devices built by an ancient intergalactic race to facilitate travel, this series represents a shift toward a more serialized and dramatic narrative approach.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 40
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 2, 2009
- Last aired
- May 9, 2011
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Syfy
- Genres
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Drama
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 40 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
Stargate Universe is a science fiction television series that premiered in 2009 and concluded its run in 2011. As a part of the broader Stargate franchise, which is centered on the use of ring-shaped devices built by an ancient intergalactic race to facilitate travel, this series represents a shift toward a more serialized and dramatic narrative approach. The plot follows a present-day, multinational exploration team composed of both military personnel and civilians. After an evacuation, the group finds themselves stranded aboard the Ancient spaceship Destiny, located billions of light years away from the Milky Way Galaxy. While navigating this unknown area of the universe, the team must work to explore their surroundings and ensure their own survival. A primary objective for the stranded crew is to discover a method to return to Earth. The show serves as a spin-off within the franchise, following the earlier television series Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis.
Should you watch it?
“A multinational team becomes stranded on an ancient spaceship billions of light years from Earth.”
- focus on character drama
- serialized storytelling structure
- departs from previous franchise tone
Watch it if you enjoy serialized science fiction focused on survival and exploration in deep space.
The series features a dramatic tone suitable for mature audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 20 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Air (1) Oct 2, 2009
- E2 Air (2) Oct 2, 2009
- E3 Air (3) Oct 9, 2009
- E4 Darkness Oct 16, 2009
- E5 Light Oct 23, 2009
- E6 Water Oct 30, 2009
- E7 Earth Nov 6, 2009
- E8 Time Nov 13, 2009
- E9 Life Nov 20, 2009
- E10 Justice Dec 4, 2009
- E11 Space (1) Apr 2, 2010
- E12 Divided (2) Apr 9, 2010
- E13 Faith Apr 16, 2010
- E14 Human Apr 23, 2010
- E15 Lost Apr 30, 2010
- E16 Sabotage May 7, 2010
- E17 Pain May 14, 2010
- E18 Subversion May 21, 2010
- E19 Incursion (1) Jun 4, 2010
- E20 Incursion (2) Jun 11, 2010
Season 2 · 20 episodes
- E1 Intervention (3) Sep 28, 2010
- E2 Aftermath Oct 5, 2010
- E3 Awakening Oct 12, 2010
- E4 Pathogen Oct 19, 2010
- E5 Cloverdale Oct 26, 2010
- E6 Trial and Error Nov 2, 2010
- E7 The Greater Good Nov 9, 2010
- E8 Malice Nov 16, 2010
- E9 Visitation Nov 23, 2010
- E10 Resurgence (1) Nov 30, 2010
- E11 Deliverance (2) Mar 7, 2011
- E12 Twin Destinies Mar 14, 2011
- E13 Alliances Mar 21, 2011
- E14 Hope Mar 28, 2011
- E15 Seizure Apr 4, 2011
- E16 The Hunt Apr 11, 2011
- E17 Common Descent (1) Apr 18, 2011
- E18 Epilogue (2) Apr 25, 2011
- E19 Blockade May 2, 2011
- E20 Gauntlet May 9, 2011
Frequently asked questions
What is Stargate Universe?
It is a television series that premiered in 2009 following a team stranded on the spaceship Destiny.
Is this show connected to other Stargate media?
Yes, it is part of the Stargate franchise which is built around the titular ring-shaped portal device.
What is the premise of the show?
A team travels on an Ancient spaceship and must find a way to return to Earth while surviving.
How does it differ from previous entries?
The series pushed the franchise in a more serialized and dramatic direction.
Where does the story take place?
The team is located billions of light years distant from the Milky Way Galaxy.