Battlestar Galactica (1978): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Battlestar Galactica is a 1978 action adventure film directed by Alan J. Levi and Christian I. Nyby II, starring John Colicos, Lorne Greene and Richard Hatch. It runs 1 hour. Critics gave it 39 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.8/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h (60 min)
- Directors
- Alan J. Levi , Christian I. Nyby II and Daniel Haller
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Battlestar Galactica About?
The premise of Battlestar Galactica without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Facing an escalating conflict with the Cylons, two skilled pilots are dispatched on a critical mission. However, the arrival of a mysterious woman complicates their assignment, forcing them to question their loyalties and navigate a web of secrets. Their journey becomes a fight for survival and the truth as they confront unforeseen dangers.
Battlestar Galactica Themes & Keywords
· 30 tags- orchestral music score
- outer space
- fictional war
- chase
- ambush
- courage
- star wars imitation
- space opera
- cleavage
- pretty woman
- jealousy
- jealous woman
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- traitor
- gambling
- explosion
- spaceship
- journey
- space adventure
- space opera sci fi
- space sci fi
- escape
- refugee
- space carrier
- robot
- robot as menace
- ancient astronaut
- genocide
- tv series pilot
- aircraft carrier
- edited from tv series
Battlestar Galactica Cast
John Colicos leads the cast, with Lorne Greene and Richard Hatch. Directed by Alan J. Levi, Christian I. Nyby II and Daniel Haller; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Alan J. Levi
- Co-director Christian I. Nyby II
- Co-director Daniel Haller
- Co-director Donald P. Bellisario
- Co-director Richard A. Colla
- Co-director Rod Holcomb
- Co-director Winrich Kolbe
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Battlestar Galactica Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Battlestar Galactica 39 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.8/10.
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IMDb 6.8 /10
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Metacritic 39 Metascore
User score 5.5
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TMDB 71% User score
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Battlestar Galactica Plot Summary
What happens in Battlestar Galactica from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film unfolds in a distant star system set in the seventh millennium of time, where the humans from the Twelve Colonies—each named after astrological signs like Gemini and Caprica—are locked in a fierce battle against the Cylons, a relentless robotic race intent on wiping out humanity. A surprising twist occurs when the Cylons, through the duplicitous Count Baltar (John Colicos), seek an end to the hostilities. The Council of the Twelve, representing the different colonies, along with military leaders, eagerly accept the Cylon offer, delighted to finally put an end to the protracted conflict.
Full summary
The whole story of Battlestar Galactica, scene by scene
Battlestar Galactica Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Battlestar Galactica.
How Well Do You Know Battlestar Galactica?
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Battlestar Galactica Also Known As
19 alternative titles, including “Battlestar Galactica: The Movie” and “Kampfstern Galactica - Der Kinofilm”.
- Also known as
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- Battlestar Galactica: The Movie
- Kampfstern Galactica - Der Kinofilm
- Hrdinové z galaxií
- Galáctica, el Universo en Guerra
- Kampfstern Galactica 1
- Kampfstern Galactica
- Galactica, la bataille de l'espace
- Звездный крейсер Галактика
- Battaglie nella galassia
- גלקטיקה
- Csillagközi romboló
- Galactica: Astronave de Combate
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- 배틀스타 갤럭티카
- 宇宙空母ギャラクティカ
- Batalha no Espaço
- 银河对决
- Battlestar Galactica: Hrdinové z galaxií
- 星際大爭霸
- สงครามจักรกลถล่มจักรวาล
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Battlestar Galactica FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Battlestar Galactica, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica runs 1 hour (60 minutes).
When was Battlestar Galactica released?
Battlestar Galactica was released on September 17, 1978.
Who directed Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica was directed by Alan J. Levi, Christian I. Nyby II and Daniel Haller.
More films by Alan J. Levi Who is in the cast of Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica stars John Colicos, Lorne Greene and Richard Hatch, among 10 credited actors.
How is Battlestar Galactica rated?
Battlestar Galactica has 6.8/10 on IMDb, 39 on Metacritic and 71% on TMDB.
Does Battlestar Galactica have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Battlestar Galactica has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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