Series synopsis
Stargate Atlantis is a Canadian sci-fi & fantasy action & adventure drama television series that premiered on Syfy on July 15, 2004. It ended on January 8, 2009. It was created by Robert C. Cooper, Brad Wright. It stars Joe Flanigan, David Hewlett, Rachel Luttrell and Amanda Tapping.
With the Ancients' city of Atlantis discovered in the Pegasus Galaxy by Stargate Command, Dr. Elizabeth Weir and Major Sheppard lead a scientific expedition to the ancient abandoned city. Once there, the team not only find themselves unable to contact Earth, but their explorations unexpectedly reawaken the Ancients' deadly enemies, The Wraith, who hunger for this new prey. Now with the help of newfound local allies like Teyla Emmagan, the Atlantis Team sets about to uncover their new home's secr ...
Premise
With the Ancients' city of Atlantis discovered in the Pegasus Galaxy by Stargate Command, Dr. Elizabeth Weir and Major Sheppard lead a scientific expedition to the ancient abandoned city. Once there, the team not only find themselves unable to contact Earth, but their explorations unexpectedly reawaken the Ancients' deadly enemies, The Wraith, who hunger for this new prey. Now with the help of newfound local allies like Teyla Emmagan, the Atlantis Team sets about to uncover their new home's secrets even as their war of survival against the Wraith begins.
Premise: A new gate will open. A lost city will rise again.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Joe Flanigan as John Sheppard
- David Hewlett as Rodney McKay
- Rachel Luttrell as Teyla Emmagan
- Amanda Tapping as Samantha Carter
- Robert Picardo as Richard Woolsey
- Torri Higginson as Elizabeth Weir
- Rainbow Sun Francks as Aiden Ford
- Paul McGillion as Carson Beckett
Supporting cast
- Jason Momoa as Ronon Dex
Guest cast
- Jewel Staite as Jennifer Keller
- David Nykl as Dr. Radek Zelenka
- Christopher Judge as Teal'c
- Nicole De Boer as Dr. Alison Porter
- Gary Jones as Walter Harriman
- Jerry Penacoli as Genii Warrior
- Alexandra Carter as Linor
- Kari Wührer as Nancy Sheppard
- Laura Harris as Nola
- Chelan Simmons as Mara
- Martin Jarvis as Davos
- Marshall Bell as Terrence Kramer
Episodes
This series spans 6 seasons with 155 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 55 | July 3, 2004 | July 19, 2004 |
| Season 1 | 20 | July 15, 2004 | January 31, 2005 |
| Season 2 | 20 | July 15, 2005 | January 30, 2006 |
| Season 3 | 20 | July 13, 2006 | February 4, 2007 |
| Season 4 | 20 | September 27, 2007 | March 6, 2008 |
| Season 5 | 20 | July 10, 2008 | January 8, 2009 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Preview to Stargate Atlantis Preview to the new stargate series called Stargate Atlantis. Includes cast interviews and behind the scene footage. |
July 3, 2004 |
| 2 |
From Stargate to Atlantis: A Sci-Fi Lowdown The Sci-Fi Channel debuted the behind-the-scenes special "From Stargate to Atlantis: A Sci-Fi Lowdown" on July 5, 2004. With great anticipation for the July 9 premiere of of Stargate SG-1's eighth season and the July 16 world premiere of Stargate Atlantis, GateWorld presents these Atlantis preview shots from the special! The images include the first good look at the "puddle jumper" ship, an outer space Stargate in orbit of a planet, a Pegasus galaxy D.H.D., the male Wraith, and more. |
July 5, 2004 |
| 3 | Mission 100: Atlantis Reaches a Milestone | July 12, 2004 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Rising (1) A new Stargate team embarks on a dangerous mission to a distant galaxy, where they discover a mythical lost city -- and a deadly new enemy. |
July 15, 2004 |
| 2 |
Rising (2) Sheppard tries to convince Weir to mount a rescue mission to free Colonel Sumner, Teyla, and the others captured by the Wraith. |
July 15, 2004 |
| 3 |
Hide and Seek The Atlantis base is threatened when the team discovers that an alien entity is in the city. McKay's experiment with alien technology goes awry. |
July 23, 2004 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Siege (3) The Daedalus arrives to defend Atlantis from the Wraith onslaught, but it may not be enough when the team discovers that an even larger armada is on the way. |
July 15, 2005 |
| 2 |
The Intruder The Daedalus is infected by a Wraith computer virus, while members of the expedition hope to return to Earth. |
July 22, 2005 |
| 3 |
Runner Sheppard and his team attempt to locate Lieutenant Ford, only to find themselves captives of a former soldier who is being hunted by the Wraith. |
July 29, 2005 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
No Man's Land (2) The team desperately attempts to stop two Wraith hive ships from reaching Earth. Sheppard must rely on an old foe to rescue McKay and Ronon. |
July 13, 2006 |
| 2 |
Misbegotten (3) The Atlantis team must decide the fate of a colony of Wraith they have turned into humans. Dr. Weir must defend her leadership when she is evaluated by the I.O.A. |
July 20, 2006 |
| 3 |
Irresistible Sheppard's team meets an obnoxious man who is adored by all thanks to a secret that he carries -- and who has an unexpected effect on them. |
July 27, 2006 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Adrift (2) Floating in deep space with the city's protective shield failing, the team must do all they can to keep Atlantis alive. A radical injury threatens Dr. Weir's life. |
September 27, 2007 |
| 2 |
Lifeline (3) Colonel Sheppard and his team embark on a risky mission to steal a Z.P.M. power module from the Replicators -- but must rely on a compromised Dr. Weir to succeed. |
October 4, 2007 |
| 3 |
Reunion When a group of Ronon's people enlist the team's help in raiding a Wraith weapons facility, Ronon reconsiders whether his future lies in Atlantis or with his friends. |
October 11, 2007 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Search and Rescue (2) Lt. Colonel John Sheppard and his team are trapped under the rubble of Michael's facility in order to rescue Teyla Emmagan. As Colonel Samantha Carter launches a team to rescue the rescuers, little do they know that Michael Kenmore is also searching the planet for the survivors. |
July 10, 2008 |
| 2 |
The Seed When a mysterious alien organism takes Dr. Jennifer Keller as its host, the newly revived Dr. Carson Beckett and the crew desperately search for a serum to save her from the evolving intruder before it can infiltrate Atlantis. In the meantime, Richard Woolsey officially joins the team, having been chosen as Colonel Samantha Carter's replacement to lead the Atlantis expedition. |
July 17, 2008 |
| 3 |
Broken Ties Ronon Dex is captured by Tyre, who wants to hand him to the Wraith in order to maintain his role in their circle. However, when the deal turns sour, and Tyre is left for dead, the Atlantis expedition persuade him to take back their friend. Meanwhile, The Wraith turn Ronon into a Wraith worshipper. |
July 24, 2008 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Syfy |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 15, 2004 |
| Last aired | January 8, 2009 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | Friday at 21:00:00 |