Amazon Orders New ‘Stargate’ TV Series
Amazon has announced the development of a new “Stargate” TV series. This exciting move follows the company’s acquisition of MGM Studios. The project is led by Martin Gero, a key figure in the original “Stargate” franchise.
About the New ‘Stargate’ Series
Details about the plot remain under wraps. However, Gero expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Stargate taught me everything about making television.” He aims to guide the franchise into an ambitious future while honoring its legacy.
Production Team
The series will be developed by Amazon MGM Studios and available on Prime Video. Gero will take on multiple roles: writer, executive producer, and showrunner. Additional executive producers include:
- Joby Harold
- Tory Tunnell (Safehouse Pictures)
- Dean Devlin
- Roland Emmerich (co-writer of the original film)
Notable figures from the franchise, Brad Wright and Joe Mallozzi, will serve as consulting producers.
Legacy of the ‘Stargate’ Franchise
“Stargate” first appeared in cinemas in 1994, featuring James Spader and Kurt Russell. It later expanded into the popular series “Stargate SG-1,” which aired for ten seasons. This series included stars such as:
- Richard Dean Anderson
- Michael Shanks
- Amanda Tapping
- Christopher Judge
Following SG-1, the franchise introduced “Stargate Atlantis,” which ran for five seasons from 2004 to 2008. Over the years, it has also produced:
- Two direct-to-video movies
- Three additional TV shows
- The most recent series, “Stargate Origins,” released in 2018
Martin Gero’s Background
Gero has a rich history in television, having created the NBC series “Blindspot,” which starred Jaimie Alexander. He also served as the showrunner for NBC’s reboot of “Quantum Leap” and has worked on “Kung Fu” and “Keep Breathing.”
This new venture into the “Stargate” universe promises to bring fresh narratives to fans old and new. With a dedicated creative team, the project aims to resonate deeply with audiences around the globe.
