Details

Release year: 2004

Storyline

When an old enemy, the Cylons, resurface and obliterate the 12 colonies, the crew of the aged Galactica protect a small civilian fleet - the last of humanity - as they journey toward the fabled 13th colony, Earth.

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Cast

Edward James Olmos — Admiral William Adama, Commander William Adama
Mary McDonnell — President Laura Roslin
Jamie Bamber — Cpt. Lee 'Apollo' Adama, Lee Adama, Major Lee 'Apollo' Adama, Commander Lee 'Apollo' Adama, Maj. Lee 'Apollo' Adama, Lt. Lee 'Apollo' Adama
James Callis — Dr. Gaius Baltar, President Gaius Baltar

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Awards

3 wins & 16 nominations

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Did you know

• Edward James Olmos had a clause in his contract that no strange aliens or monsters would ever appear on the show. He wanted to ensure that the story stay focused on human drama.

• The phrase "so say we all," which is used as a ceremonial affirmation in the series, was ad-libbed by Edward James Olmos in a speech given by Commander Adama in the mini-series.

• The network expressed apprehension at the casting of Tricia Helfer in the pivotal role of Number Six. At the time, Helfer was known primarily as a model, and had virtually no acting experience. Later, network executives were so impressed with her performance that they based the entire marketing campaign of the show around her character.