| | | |A Sci Fi Channel Original Series.
The adventures of one of television's finest dramas continues with the complete third season of the Peabody Award-winning Battlestar Galactica. The Colonies' survivors have found their hopes of eluding their Cylon pursuers dashed by an invasion and occupation of their new home. As the fate of all human life hangs in the balance, friends become enemies, enemies become unexpected allies, and decisions are made that will haunt some people for the rest of their lives. Relive all 20 episodes of the season that challenges everything you thought you knew about the Battlestar Galactica universe. Presented in Dolby 5.1 surround sound, the 6-disc set features over 15 hours of extensive special features, including the DVD exclusive version of the episode "Unfinished Business" containing 25 additional minutes of never-before-seen footage. You won't want to miss a minute of the series considered "one of the best dramas on TV" (Time Magazine).
"...a return to intelligent science fiction. It's darker than most other recent series, and features a tightly woven story." Colin Polonowski, DVD Times
"...has established itself not only as better than the original, but maybe as one of the best shows on television." Josh Tyler, CinemaBlend
"...everything a good science fiction show needs to succeed: intense performances, plenty of action..." Mike Pinsky, DVD Verdict
"The best show on television." Newsday
"...one of television's most appealing dramas, no matter the genre." Tim Goodman, San Francisco Chronicle
"One of the best dramas on TV." Time Magazine
"A breakaway hit!" TV Guide
Editor's Note
Though the BATTLESTAR GALACTICA of the 1970s is primarily known as a kitschy cult favorite, this darker incarnation is beloved by critics and fans alike. The series follows the last surviving humans who are at war with their own robotic creation, the Cylons. The man-versus-machine concept may be a genre cliché, but the show brings intelligence and a healthy dose of social commentary to the table. After the game-changing finale of season two, the third season begins with the majority of the humans living on New Caprica, but they're under a Cylon occupation. President Baltar (James Callis) is a Cylon puppet, and Starbuck (Katee Sackoff) is held captive by Leoben (Callum Keith Rennie). But an insurgency led by Col. Tigh (Michael Hogan), Anders (Michael Trucco), and Tyrol (Aaron Douglas) keeps hope alive for the humans as they struggle to survive under Cylon rule. From this startling beginning to the shocking revelations of the third season finale, BATTLESTAR GALACTICA continues its Peabody Award-winning tradition of challenging viewers with its lack of clear-cut heroes or villains. Edward James Olmos stars as the head of the fleet, while Mary McDonnell plays the former president. This release includes the third season in its entirety.
| Features | Audio Commentary | | Audio: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound | | Deleted Scenes | | Extended Episode: "Unfinished Business" | | Interactive Menus | | Podcasts | | Producer's Video Blogs | | Scene Selection | | Subtitles: English, Spanish | | Webisodes |
| Technical Info
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Release Information
| | Studio: Universal Studios Home Video |
| Release Date: 3/18/2008 |
| Original Release Date: 2004 | | Catalog ID: 61101285 | | UPC: 00025195010726 | | Number of Discs: 6 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | Anamorphic Widescreen 1.78:1 |
| Cast & Crew
| Awards |
People's Choice (2008) | | | Battlestar Galactica, Nominee, Favorite Sci-Fi Show | |
Emmy (2008) | | | Julius Ramsay, Nominee, Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing for a Drama Series | | | Stephen McNutt, Nominee, Outstanding Cinematography for a One-Hour Series | |
Emmy (2007) | | | Felix Enriquez Alcala, Nominee, Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series |  | Gary Hutzel, et. al., Winner, Outstanding Special Visual Effects for a Series | | | Jack Levy, et. al., Nominee, Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series | | | Ronald D. Moore, Michael Angeli, Nominee, Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series | |
Emmy (2006) | | | Glenne Campbell, et. al., Nominee, Outstanding Costumes for a Series | | | Ken Kobett, et. al., Nominee, Outstanding Single-Camera Sound Mixing for a Series | |
Emmy (2005) | | | Gary Hutzel, et. al., Nominee, Outstanding Special Visual Effects for a Series |
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| | Professional Reviews | Entertainment Weekly
"BSG furthers its brilliant mix of sci-fi action and politically commentary..." -- Grade: B 03/21/2008 p.49Ultimate DVD
4 stars out of 5 -- "[D]eftly blending traditional genre elements with probing, often troubling examinations of the issues of our time." 05/01/2008 p.93 |
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| Customer Reviews | ![]() | | Cinematography |  5 | | Plot |  4.5 | | Acting | 5 | | Overall Satisfaction | 5 |
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5 of 5 Best TV show ever? You bet! Monday, March 30, 2009
jg from Elizabeth, CO
This, for those who haven't watched it, is NOT science fiction, but a drama of the human condition set in a foreign environment. No monsters, no laser guns, no transporters - just people trying to stay alive. And, the writers have, almost always, done so in a way as to make us interested in the characters, even when they're deeply flawed. Was this review helpful?  
5 of 5 Great DVD Saturday, July 05, 2008
MKS/DRR from Detroit, MI
This is a great series, and having the option to watch an entire season in one sitting makes for a great lazy weekend. Was this review helpful?
5 of 5 Awesome!!! Wednesday, April 09, 2008
A Viewer from Seattle, WA
I love it. Great storyline, as the plot gets more intense and complex. The special effects for the battle scenes are great. Although, it is getting tiresome of how they keep bringing up the love affairs between Starbuck and Apollo......
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5 of 5 Best SF show on TV today! Friday, April 04, 2008
gigi10317 from Middle River, MD
I feel about this show like I felt about Star Trek back in 1966, when it was very relevant and edgy compared to the shows that were then on the air. Especially from my 16 year old standpoint. The best SF says something about who we are & what is happening NOW. Sometimes the science is not all that acurate but the story is the point in this show. I can't wait to find out where it's going. This show is full of surprises and after all these years, it hard not to be one step ahead of the plot in just about every show on TV. Like when you see the first 5 min.-you know the ending. With this - I'm on the edge of my seat. Love it! Was this review helpful?
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