Battlestar Galactica (2003)

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Season 3
  • Network: SyFy
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 14, 2005
Season #: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 386 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 353 out of 386
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 386
  3. Negative: 19 out of 386
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  1. ScottS
    Nov 2, 2006
    10
    Babylon 5 used to be my favorite sci-fi show of all time. And MASH was my favorite show period. Now I have a new show that takes over the top spot for both: Battlestar Galactica is so much better than the original 70s series that there is almost no resemblence whatsoever. The acting is first-rate, the actors are well-cast, the writing is deep and pointed, topics are bleak and yet there is Babylon 5 used to be my favorite sci-fi show of all time. And MASH was my favorite show period. Now I have a new show that takes over the top spot for both: Battlestar Galactica is so much better than the original 70s series that there is almost no resemblence whatsoever. The acting is first-rate, the actors are well-cast, the writing is deep and pointed, topics are bleak and yet there is always a glint of hope each week. There is little chance it could get better, but I was glad when they got OFF of that planet. The writers (for some reason) seem to do better when the humans are trapped on the ship. The episode where they form the "circle" and execute people for treason with presidential permission was making a powerful statement against the current practices of the U.S. government. That was one of the best episodes I have ever seen of any TV show period.… Expand
  2. GP
    Oct 16, 2006
    10
    The best show on TV by far... totally addictive, with great acting, writing, special effects... I pity those who are not watching it!
  3. DBrown
    Oct 20, 2006
    10
    I never thought I'd be grateful for commercials so I can remember to breathe. The most intense drama on television.
  4. AndrewR
    Oct 26, 2006
    10
    Absolutely "appointment TV"! Bummer that it's so hard to convince friends, family, & acquaintances to give a "sci-fi" (e-gad) show a try. It's a brilliant show with brilliant writing.
  5. CrunchH
    Oct 28, 2006
    10
    Hey Ann O, you should probably stick with "What About Brian". Agree with Jim S. The name makes it difficult to convince others to watch it. Great show that only gets more interesting.
  6. BattlestarFan
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    I am not a huge Sci-Fi fan, but this show is the best drama on TV. So relevant and timely...the writing and acting by the first-rate ensemble cast are amazing!
  7. AndrewA
    Oct 6, 2006
    10
    A show with actual depth? Doesn't happen very often. Everything if fantastic, the writing, acting, music, and so on.
  8. element609
    Oct 7, 2006
    10
    Finally a scifi show that doesn't rely on expensive special effects, techno doublespeek, and fancy costumes. The characters have been very well developed. The story, while fanciful, deals with human issues, and touches on today's issues without being overly political. I think this is one of the best series ever. I rarely ever make it a point to watch TV, and this has been the Finally a scifi show that doesn't rely on expensive special effects, techno doublespeek, and fancy costumes. The characters have been very well developed. The story, while fanciful, deals with human issues, and touches on today's issues without being overly political. I think this is one of the best series ever. I rarely ever make it a point to watch TV, and this has been the exception. Keep up the great work guys.… Expand
  9. BrandonS
    Oct 7, 2006
    10
    Currently, this is without a doubt the best, smartest, most creative show on tv. I feel like I waited forever for the season premiere, and it totally came through. This is going to be an incredible season.
  10. TimW
    Oct 7, 2006
    10
    The best show on television. Smart plot twists, fabulous acting and stunning visuals keep you hooked!
  11. ToddB
    Oct 9, 2006
    10
    This is as good as television gets. This show is relevant on so many levels that it is hard to find someone who can't identify with it. It strikes a cord in us on a primal level by dealing with such issues as the love for our children, love for each other, the very survival of our species and how to go about ensuring that survival. Combine this with first class acting, writing, This is as good as television gets. This show is relevant on so many levels that it is hard to find someone who can't identify with it. It strikes a cord in us on a primal level by dealing with such issues as the love for our children, love for each other, the very survival of our species and how to go about ensuring that survival. Combine this with first class acting, writing, directing and special effects and you got one of the best shows ever made. Period.… Expand
  12. JulioM
    Feb 4, 2007
    10
    my favority show on tv right now. shold be the standard for any series to follow. you can tell that everyone in this show loves what they are doing, the show and fans. with every episode the series gets better and better.
  13. SusanL.
    Mar 1, 2008
    10
    Great mirror of US invasions, assault on individual freedoms, courage, villainy and the nature of humanity. All in a TV show with better effects than most movies.
  14. MichaelB
    Jul 26, 2009
    10
    An extremely interesting take on what would happen if machines fought back against humans and later grew a conscience, followed a religion, and could experience extremely human emotions. This series explores most -if not all- of the aspects of this situation, leaving out the complicated, scientific aspect of space travel and focusing more on the human aspect of these circumstances. An extremely interesting take on what would happen if machines fought back against humans and later grew a conscience, followed a religion, and could experience extremely human emotions. This series explores most -if not all- of the aspects of this situation, leaving out the complicated, scientific aspect of space travel and focusing more on the human aspect of these circumstances. Overall, season 3 is the best yet!… Expand
  15. paulh
    Nov 10, 2006
    10
    The best scifi show ever created.
  16. IssaK
    Oct 10, 2006
    10
    Frankly one the best episodes of the show I've ever seen and there's been many many good episodes... Uneasy and very much darker than most plotlines in movies or TV shows, these episodes are a can't miss
  17. m
    Oct 12, 2006
    10
    One of the only shows worth watching on television!
  18. JeffW
    Nov 30, 2006
    10
    I just decided on a whim to start watching this show after reading so much of the critical acclaim. I blew through the first two seasons in less than two weeks and am finally watching the gripping third season. Amazing. This is genre transcending and finally fills the hole for socially relevant television that hasn't been filled since MASH. Amazing acting, amazing writing the I just decided on a whim to start watching this show after reading so much of the critical acclaim. I blew through the first two seasons in less than two weeks and am finally watching the gripping third season. Amazing. This is genre transcending and finally fills the hole for socially relevant television that hasn't been filled since MASH. Amazing acting, amazing writing the producers have gotten unbelievable value out of a cable budget.… Expand
  19. JorgeM
    Oct 17, 2006
    10
    The best show on TV right now. I didn't get into this show until I was living abroad and downloaded the entire first two seasons from itunes. Now I am hooked.
  20. RodB
    Oct 10, 2006
    10
    SImply the best show on television and one of the best sci-fi shows in television history.
  21. Nick
    Oct 24, 2006
    10
    Simply put: Fantastic.
  22. JohnL
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    I stopped watching TV shows 10 years ago, and found BSG on iTunes. It is the only television show I watch. Fantastic story telling.
  23. StarbuckApollo
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    For anyone willing to look past the title this show is the best Drama on television.
  24. CharpleslyBoogypoogy
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    TV's hidden gem
  25. jd
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    best fraking show on TV, Just Watch It!!!
  26. RickB
    Oct 6, 2006
    10
    Absofrackin' lootly fantastic...the vest show on TV, full stop.
  27. andrewc
    Oct 6, 2006
    10
    Historic entertainment. Completely engrossing story and characters.
  28. Nellus
    Oct 6, 2006
    10
    Simply an outstanding series. For anyone who hasn't seen it, you really are missing out. You don't need to be a Sci-fi fan to enjoy it, its so well writen, acted, produced it stands head and shoulders above anything else (yes, even Lost) If they can keep it as good as it is and has been, then i'll be watching for years to come.
  29. CaseyP
    Oct 7, 2006
    10
    Riveting. Intense drama. Sometimes hard to watch because of that. Best show on television, perhaps one of the best dramas on television ever.
  30. PonR
    Oct 7, 2006
    10
    This series continues to succeed and excel where other sci-fi ventures ultimately failed. Accept no substitute.
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Awards & Rankings

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#3 Best TV Season of 2006
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#11 Most Discussed TV Season of 2006
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#18 Most Shared TV Season of 2006

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
94

Universal acclaim - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    91
    Any show that can accommodate decadent cruelty, tragic bravery, and political divisiveness is one you ought to be watching, frakkin' spaceships or not.
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  2. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    100
    One of TV’s boldest and best dramas.
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  3. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    90
    [The] third season... provides a[n] unpredictable, fascinating take on events dominating real-world headlines.
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