Battlestar Galactica
1978, English. Directed by Alan J. Levi & Richard A. Colla.
A billion light years from Earth, the human race is fighting for survival.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 224 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Battlestar Galactica (Original): watch order
Cast & crew
- Alan J. LeviDirector
- Richard A. CollaDirector
- Richard HatchCapt. Apollo
- Dirk BenedictLt. Starbuck
- Lorne GreeneCmdr. Adama
- Herbert Jefferson Jr.Lt. Boomer
- Maren JensenLt. Athena
- Laurette SpangCassiopeia
- Terry CarterCol. Tigh
- Tony SwartzFlight Sgt. Jolly
- Jane SeymourSerina
- Randi OakesBlonde Tauron
- Sarah RushFlight Corporal Rigel
- Noah HathawayBoxey
Details
- Released
- 25 October 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Glen A. Larson
- Budget
- $3M
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What Battlestar Galactica is based on
Battlestar Galactica is based on Battlestar Galactica, a television series by Glen A. Larson.
Television series
Battlestar Galactica
By Glen A. Larson
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Battlestar Galactica: quick answers
What comes after Battlestar Galactica?
Next in the series: Mission Galactica: The Cylon Attack (1979) and Conquest of the Earth (1980).
Is Battlestar Galactica worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 224 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does Battlestar Galactica have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Battlestar Galactica. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Battlestar Galactica parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Battlestar Galactica is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Battlestar Galactica on?
Battlestar Galactica isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Battlestar Galactica?
If you liked Battlestar Galactica, try Conquest of the Earth, Mission Galactica: The Cylon Attack, Forbidden Planet.
Who directed Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica (1978) was directed by Alan J. Levi and Richard A. Colla and stars Richard Hatch, Dirk Benedict, Lorne Greene.
What is Battlestar Galactica based on?
Battlestar Galactica is based on Battlestar Galactica, a television series by Glen A. Larson.