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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.”

Series Overview

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.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
ABC
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 10 Episodes

45–60 min per episode

Air Date Window

1980 – 1980

Premiered: Sun, Jan 27, 1980

Created By
Glen A. LarsonGlen A. Larson

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, May 4, 1980

Season 1, Episode 10: “The Return of Starbuck”

Dr. Zee tells Adama about a dream where he sees Starbuck, crashed on a distant planet, befriending an injured Cylon Centurion and a mysterious alien woman who gives birth to a baby boy.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Glen A. Larson

Screenplay & Story

Mark Jones

Producers

Glen A. Larson

Department Leadership Roster

Glen A. Larson

Glen A. Larson

Producer

Mark Jones

Mark Jones

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Galactica 1980.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Galactica 1980

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What is Galactica 1980 about?

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.

How many seasons does Galactica 1980 have?

Galactica 1980 comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Galactica 1980?

Key cast members in Galactica 1980 include Kent McCord, Barry Van Dyke, Robyn Douglass, Lorne Greene.

Who created or directed Galactica 1980?

Galactica 1980 was developed and directed by Glen A. Larson.