Battlestar Galactica(1978)
A billion light years from Earth, the human race is fighting for survival.
Battlestar Galactica Synopsis
After the destruction of the Twelve Colonies of Mankind, the last major fighter carrier leads a makeshift fugitive fleet in a desperate search for the legendary planet Earth.
Battlestar Galactica (1978) is a science fiction and adventure film directed by Alan J. Levi, released on October 25, 1978 with a runtime of 2h 2m. It stars Richard Hatch, Dirk Benedict, Lorne Greene and Herbert Jefferson Jr.. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 216 ratings.
- Director:
- Alan J. Levi
- Writers:
- Glen A. Larson
- Producers:
- John Dykstra
- Cinematographer:
- Ben Colman
- Composer:
- Stu Phillips
- Production:
- Glen A. Larson Productions, Universal Television, Universal Pictures
- Budget:
- $3,000,000
- Status:
- Released
Battlestar Galactica (1978) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Battlestar Galactica before you stream it.
Battlestar Galactica Cast & Crew
Main cast
Richard Hatch
as Capt. Apollo
Dirk Benedict
as Lt. Starbuck
Lorne Greene
as Cmdr. Adama
Herbert Jefferson Jr.
as Lt. Boomer
Maren Jensen
as Lt. Athena
Laurette Spang
as Cassiopeia
Terry Carter
as Col. Tigh
Tony Swartz
as Flight Sgt. Jolly
Jane Seymour
as Serina
Randi Oakes
as Blonde Tauron
- Sarah Rush
Sarah Rush
as Flight Corporal Rigel
Noah Hathaway
as Boxey
Key crew
Directed by Alan J. Levi, written by Glen A. Larson, produced by John Dykstra.
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Battlestar Galactica Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 216 ratings.
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Battlestar Galactica – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Battlestar Galactica online?
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Battlestar Galactica (1978) is currently available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Battlestar Galactica?
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The main cast of Battlestar Galactica (1978) includes Richard Hatch, Dirk Benedict, Lorne Greene, Herbert Jefferson Jr. and Maren Jensen. The film was directed by Alan J. Levi. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Battlestar Galactica released?
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Battlestar Galactica was released on October 25, 1978 and runs for 2h 2m.
Is Battlestar Galactica worth watching?
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Battlestar Galactica (1978) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 216 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy science fiction and adventure films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Battlestar Galactica?
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Yes. The official Battlestar Galactica trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.