Battlestar Galactica: The Plan
“They have a plan!”
Synopsis
When the initial Cylon attack against the Twelve Colonies fails to achieve complete extermination of human life as planned, twin Number Ones (Cavils) embedded on Galactica and Caprica must improvise to destroy the human survivors.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2009-06-20
Top Cast
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Edward James Olmos
Commander William Adama
Dean Stockwell
Brother Cavil
Michael Trucco
Samuel Anders
Grace Park
Lt. Sharon 'Boomer' Valerii
Michael Hogan
Colonel Saul Tigh
Callum Keith Rennie
Leoben Conoy
Kate Vernon
Ellen Tigh
Rick Worthy
Simon
Lymari Nadal
Giana O'Neill
Matthew Bennett
Aaron Doral
Rekha Sharma
Tory Foster
Tricia Helfer
Number Six / Shelly Godfrey
Alisen Richmond-Peck
Jean Barolay
Tiffany Lyndall-Knight
Hybrid
Alonso Oyarzun
Crewman Specialist Socinus
Colin Corrigan
Nowart
Diego Diablo Del Mar
Hillard
Aaron Douglas
Chief Galen Tyrol
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 27, 2009
VOD & Digital Platforms
October 27, 2009
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward James Olmos
- Screenplay & Story
- Jane Espenson
- Original Score
- Bear McCreary
- Original Title
- Battlestar Galactica: The Plan
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- David Eick Productions, R&D TV
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward James Olmos
Jane Espenson
Bear McCreary
Stephen McNutt, Ryan McMaster
Andrew Seklir, Michael Lim
Ronald D. Moore, Glen A. Larson, Andrew Seklir, Paul M. Leonard, Siân McArthur
Department Leadership Roster
Glen A. Larson
Producer
Andrew Seklir
Producer
Andrew Seklir
Editor
Paul M. Leonard
Producer
Siân McArthur
Producer
Edward James Olmos
Director
Ron French
Producer
Bear McCreary
Original Music Composer
Michael Lim
Editor
Maril Davis
Producer
Jane Espenson
Writer
Gregg Tilson
Producer
Stephen McNutt
Director of Photography
Glenne Campbell
Costume Design
Richard Hudolin
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Battlestar Galactica: The Plan about?
When the initial Cylon attack against the Twelve Colonies fails to achieve complete extermination of human life as planned, twin Number Ones (Cavils) embedded on Galactica and Caprica must improvise to destroy the human survivors.
Who directed Battlestar Galactica: The Plan?
Battlestar Galactica: The Plan was directed by Edward James Olmos.
Who stars in Battlestar Galactica: The Plan?
The principal cast of Battlestar Galactica: The Plan includes Edward James Olmos, Dean Stockwell, Michael Trucco, Grace Park, Michael Hogan.
When was Battlestar Galactica: The Plan released and how long is it?
Battlestar Galactica: The Plan was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Battlestar Galactica: The Plan?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Battlestar Galactica: The Plan was composed by Bear McCreary.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Battlestar Galactica: The Plan?
Battlestar Galactica: The Plan holds official age classifications: AU: MA15+ (Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.); DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).