Stargate Atlantis

This is a spin-off of Stargate SG1. In many ways, I like this better than the original series. This is well written and well-acted. They do a great job of developing all of the characters. Also, later seasons include Jason Momoa before he got famous (an added plus) I would recommend this series.

Quality perfect and package well. Love the movies

Arrived in great condition and in goodtime. Thanks

In 2004 SciFi channel created the first spinoff to the long running series Stargate:SG-1, taking this fictional universe to the next level by telling new adventures with a new cast in a fictional galaxy neighboring our own Milky Way. With a similar team format to SG1, this series features all new enemies and a further expansion to the lore of the Ancients, creating another popular and well-loved show in its own right, sometimes outshining it's parent series at times. Unfortunately due to ratings and harsh executive decision making, Atlantis experienced an early death after only 5 seasons in 2009 and many sad fans were left wondering what if? the series went on another 2-3 seasons, what directions the show and storyline could have evolved.While this series has been previously released in its entirety on DVD, it had only received the bluray HD treatment in the rather oddly named 'fans choice' bluray collection which featured the pilot ... and series finale. C'mon I'm pretty sure the fans chose more eps than that!Flashforward to 2011 and lo an behold, the entire series finally gets released with the full bluray treatment, capturing the 720p broadcast resolution, while not as sharp as 1080p, since it was filmed, the series still looks great and also sounds great. 20 discs are spread across 3 cases which come in a nicely illustrated box for easy access and shelving. All discs come with the extras featured on the DVDs, but in SD.With the series itself, SG:Atlantis continues the 'bright' sci-fi tone established in SG-1 with the same mix of action, drama and smartly written dialogue with a humor that sometimes pushes the 4th wall. I think the standout stars of this new series include Joe Flannigan, playing Col. John Sheppard and everyone's favorite arrogant scientist Dr Rodney McKay, played by actor extraordinaire David Hewlitt. Tori Higginson continues her role as Elizabeth Weir from the original series but after her departure in season 4 shes replaced by a rotating cast of returning characters including Samantha Carter as Atlantis leader and the unlikely but sublime Robert Picardo as Woolsey.Story arcs like the coninuing conflict against the Wraith, Replicators, Wraith Michael and the hybrids, run thru multiple seasons with events from earlier seasons having impact on much later ones. But the real magic of the show is the ensemble cast and the wonderful, snappy dialogue between characters. Plus we really get to see characters evolve, grow, and sometimes act like real people, giving it a charm and empathy absent in a lot of scifi series (looking at you Star Trek). Even initially unlikeable characters like McKay and Woolsey from SG-1 evolve and gain depth to become much more complex characters and heroes in their own right.I could talk on about the series but I'll end it here, just adding that I paid $95 new for this series, and for what is 100 eps across 20 bluray discs, this is a phenomenal bargain for SG or scifi fans alike.

Used to watch on tv but now I can watch whenever I want

I bought this as a gift for my husband for Christmas. He had asked for it on DVD but Amazon was running a great bargain on the blurays at around $75 + shipping so I snapped them up. He was really excited & says the viewing quality is great. I haven't watched them with him because, well, I'd rather jump off a cliff & crash to my ultimate doom than watch Stargate. :D He feels the same way about watching my chick flicks so it's all good. The packaging is not as nice as the original Stargate DVD box set. He liked that because it just looked super cool & the DVD's were organized nicely. But the packaging with this set of blurays are sturdy & there's no concern about scratching them or anything. We bought the Newsradio series on DVD a year or so ago & the packaging on that is super crappy. The discs literally sit one on top of the other basically in a box with nothing separating them or keeping them from scratching. So after that whole thing with Newsradio, we're always happy with packaging that protects our discs. I wish I could write a lot more about the shows, the extras & etc. but that would mean I had to sit through hours of aliens & such madness. ;) For those that love Stargate, such as my super cool husband, this is a nice set & what I paid was a great price.

I think Stargate Atlantis is stunning I love it alot

** 12/18/2011: Updated review since initial writing due to progress in the series (currently about to finish season 4)**I have been failing to keep myself from indulging in all five seasons, because they are so damn amazing. I want to make it last, but it's difficult to do. That's how great Stargate is to many fans. I began with the cult classic SG-1 series, and shotgunned through all 10 seasons in a couple of months. I was hungry for more, and Atlantis was the obvious choice.Stargate: Atlantis is a VERY worthy follow up to the cult classic SG-1 series. Hands down.> I won't spoil anything in the show for you, but I must say the cast of characters is charismatic, entertaining, and a joy to watch. While the foundation of characters does not stay as permanent as SG-1 managed, it was more or less for the better (depending on the character).> The villains are great, and mature as the show progresses. You will enjoy the encounters between and with the crew of Atlantis :)> There is VERY little "meh" episodes compared to SG-1 (although SG-1 didn't have many either). I'm very surprised in the percentage of excellent episodes. The writers perfected their craft obviously.> The graphical and sound effects are top notch for the time they were filmed (within the realm of a TV studio budget). Some of the shots of Atlantis are still amazing.> Weren't it for the mismanagement by MGM, I guarantee you Atlantis could have easily went 10+ seasons (and SG-1 would have went at least 12 to fully flesh out the Ori story arc). If you are going to prematurely end a show to birth another spin-off, give the loyal fans a proper send off with a straight-to-DVD movie(s) to conclude the series.Bottom line: If you loved Stargate SG-1, then Stargate: Atlantis is right up your alley. It's a different flavor on the formula, and one that I (and many others) enjoy immensely!Quick tidbits about the Blu-ray: I have a quality Sharp 1080P HDTV with a very competent 5.1 surround system and the picture quality and audio quality are amazing!For those who are curious, SG-1 will most likely not make it to Blu-ray anytime soon due to the first couple of seasons being shot with a cheap camera. It would require individual scanning of each frame (i.e., a lot of money the studio likely won't spend) to receive the Blu-ray treatment.Do yourself a favor and buy this Blu-ray collection of Stargate: Atlantis. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!P.S. I have reviewed other items such as the Qmx Stargate coasters and Stargate mirror. Take a look at those, they are interesting items.

Enjoying now happy I to have it

Es difícil a no ver mas' que una al día, es tan buena.

Very good

The quality of the picture and sound are great but the play all function doesn't work.

Ce commentaire porte sur ce coffret bluray, on est bien d'accord: Stargate Atlantis: Complete Series Gift Set [Blu-ray]Je trouve cette série de science-fiction géniale. La cité d'Atlantis au beau millieu de l'océan: cela est très reposant pour certaines personnes. Sauf que voilà, Amazon annonce que ce coffret contient les bandes son anglaise, espagnole et surtout française alors qu'en réalité, ce coffret ne contient que la langue anglaise. Vraiment désolé mais il faudra que je le renvoie car je ne comprend que le français... :-((((Olivier