Breaking two decades of silence, the iconic Stargate franchise officially returns to screens through Amazon Prime Video, reuniting legendary creators with the sci-fi property that defined a generation.
Amazon Confirms New Stargate Production
Amazon MGM Studios announced Thursday that development has begun on a new Stargate television series, marking the first original entry since Stargate Universe concluded in 2011. The streaming giant acquired full franchise rights during its $8.5 billion MGM purchase in 2022, immediately sparking speculation about revival plans.
Showrunner Martin Gero emphasized during the announcement that this won't be a reimagining. "It's not a reboot," Gero stated clearly. Instead, the series will serve as a fresh gateway into the Stargate universe while honoring established mythology.
Veteran Creators Helm Franchise Revival
The production brings together key architects from Stargate's television and film history. Gero, who contributed to Stargate Atlantis and SG-1 as writer, director, and consultant, leads creative development alongside franchise co-creator Brad Wright.
Roland Emmerich returns after directing the 1994 theatrical film that launched the property. His frequent collaborator Dean Devlin also joins the project, bringing experience from creating accessible genre shows like Leverage and The Librarians.
"Our goal is accomplishing what technology and budgets prevented in 1997," Wright explained during Amazon's presentation. He stressed that newcomers can jump in immediately without requiring knowledge of the franchise's 354-episode television run spanning three series.
What Fans Can Expect From New Series
Details remain scarce regarding plot, setting, and casting decisions. The franchise left multiple narrative threads unresolved when Universe ended prematurely, including the Destiny crew's fate and unexplored Ancient technology.
Industry analysts note Amazon's substantial investment signals confidence in the property's streaming potential. The original Stargate SG-1 averaged 2.4 million viewers during its peak Syfy years, while Netflix data showed sustained interest in reruns throughout the 2010s.
Fan communities across social media expressed cautious optimism following the announcement. "After Universe's cliffhanger, we've waited 14 years for answers," noted Stargate fan site GateWorld in their coverage.
The production timeline suggests no earlier than late 2026 for premiere dates, with casting expected to begin early next year. Amazon has not disclosed budget figures, though comparable sci-fi properties on streaming platforms typically command $8-12 million per episode.
For longtime devotees and curious newcomers alike, the Stargate program is finally reopening after its longest dormancy in franchise history.