Galactica 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.”
30 years after the original Battlestar Galactica series. Upon reaching Earth, the inhabitants of the renegade starfleet take action when they realize earthlings aren't advanced enough to help battle the Cylons.
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About Galactica 1980
Galactica 1980 is a 1980 English-language sci-fi & fantasy, action & adventure and drama series created by Glen A. Larson. The cast is led by Kent McCord, Barry Van Dyke, Robyn Douglass. It spans 1 season and 10 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 6.1/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.
It was first aired on January 27, 1980, and carries a PG certification.
- Created by
- Glen A. Larson
- Writers
- Mark Jones
- First aired
- January 27, 1980
- Last aired
- May 4, 1980
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (10 episodes)
- Network
- ABC
Galactica 1980 cast & crew
Galactica 1980 was created by Glen A. Larson and written by Mark Jones.
The cast features Kent McCord as Capt. Troy, Barry Van Dyke as Lt. Dillon, Robyn Douglass as Jamie Hamilton, and Lorne Greene as Commander Adama.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Glen A. Larson.
Is Galactica 1980 worth watching?
Galactica 1980 holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 99 ratings, a solidly received sci-fi & fantasy series.
With 1 season and 10 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy, action & adventure, and drama, Galactica 1980 is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Galactica 1980
Galactica 1980 isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
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Cast of Galactica 1980
Kent McCord
Capt. Troy
Barry Van Dyke
Lt. Dillon
Robyn Douglass
Jamie Hamilton
Lorne Greene
Commander Adama
Galactica 1980 — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Galactica 1980 in United States?
Galactica 1980 is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home.
▸What language is Galactica 1980 in?
Galactica 1980 is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Galactica 1980 are there?
Galactica 1980 has 1 season with 10 episodes in total.
▸What is Galactica 1980 rated?
Galactica 1980 is rated PG. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 99 ratings.
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