What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedStargate
Film · 1994
If you loved Stargate, start with Stargate SG-1 (Brad Wright, 1997) — a series from the same story. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Stargate across media.
If Stargate captured your imagination, it is because you love discovering ancient, mysterious artifacts that bridge the gap between human history and alien technology.
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Adaptation
Stargate SG-1
Brad Wright · Series · 1997
Books on the same thread
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Douglas Adams · Book · 1979
Shares a thread with Stargate: Space Opera.
Like the cosmic wonder found in Stargate, this journey through the universe uses a sense of scale and absurdity to highlight the smallness of humanity against an infinite, alien backdrop.
The Star Trek Encyclopedia
Michael Okuda, Denise Okuda, Debbie Mirek · Book · 1994
Explores: Space Exploration, Technological Advancement, Utopian Societies.
Much like the lore-heavy universe of Stargate, this comprehensive encyclopedia provides the essential background details needed to fully appreciate the complex history of interstellar exploration and diplomatic encounters.
Thunderbird
Jack McDevitt · Book · 2015
Shares a thread with Stargate: First Contact.
This novel echoes the core premise of Stargate by centering on the discovery of ancient, advanced technology on Earth, forcing a confrontation between our history and extraterrestrial origins.
The Gate of Gods
Martha Wells · Book · 2009
Shares a thread with Stargate: Portal Fantasy.
Fans of the portal-hopping adventures in Stargate will recognize the same thrill of stepping into a wondrous, dangerous new realm to save a civilization from a relentless, encroaching enemy.
Series on the same thread
Battlestar Galactica
Glen A. Larson · Series · 2004
Shares a thread with Stargate: Space Opera.
This series captures the military intensity and survival stakes seen in Stargate as a group of humans travels through space, desperately searching for a legendary ancestral home.
Star Trek
Gene Roddenberry · Series · 1966
Shares 2 threads with Stargate: First Contact, Space Opera.
The spirit of exploration that drives Stargate is fully realized here, as the crew encounters diverse alien cultures and moral dilemmas while traversing the vast reaches of space.
Star Trek: The Next Generation
Gene Roddenberry · Series · 1987
Shares a thread with Stargate: Space Opera.
If the diplomatic missions and encounters with the unknown in Stargate were your favorite parts, you will appreciate this voyage as it expands upon those themes of interstellar discovery.
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
Rick Berman · Series · 1993
Shares a thread with Stargate: Space Opera.
This series mirrors the Stargate experience by focusing on a central hub located near a wormhole, where the crew manages complex political relations and religious conflicts with alien visitors.
Podcasts on the same thread
Kisah Tanah Jawa
Podcast
Explores: Mythology, Interdimensional Travel, Mysticism.
Those fascinated by the blending of ancient history and interdimensional phenomena in Stargate will find this exploration of folklore and mysterious gateways to be a compelling, real-world parallel.
StarTalk Radio
Podcast
Explores: astrophysics, cosmology, space exploration.
This podcast bridges the gap between the fictional science of Stargate and our reality, grounding your interest in space exploration and cosmology within accessible, expert-led scientific discussions.
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Common questions
Should I watch the 1994 Stargate movie before starting Stargate SG-1?
Yes, you should watch the 1994 Stargate movie first. It introduces the discovery of the interstellar teleportation device in Egypt and establishes the core premise of the franchise. Stargate SG-1 serves as a direct continuation of the events and world-building established in the original film.
Is Stargate SG-1 a direct sequel to the 1994 Stargate movie?
Yes, Stargate SG-1 is a television adaptation that functions as a direct continuation of the 1994 Stargate movie. It expands upon the discovery of the teleportation device and the exploration of planets inhabited by humans who resemble ancient cultures, such as those who once worshipped Ra.
What is the premise of the original 1994 Stargate movie?
The 1994 Stargate movie follows the discovery of an interstellar teleportation device in Egypt. Scientists and military personnel use the device to travel to a distant planet, where they encounter human populations that resemble ancient Egyptians and live under the rule of a figure worshipped as the god Ra.
How does Stargate SG-1 relate to the plot of the 1994 Stargate movie?
Stargate SG-1 picks up where the 1994 Stargate movie leaves off. While the movie focuses on the initial discovery of the teleportation device and the encounter with the followers of Ra, the television series explores the ongoing mission to travel through the device to other worlds.