An Incomplete List Of Reasons To Watch Stargate SG-1 Because I Like Making Lists

An incomplete list of reasons to watch Stargate SG-1 because I like making lists

Found family!

Seriously, the “main” character refers to other members of the team as his kids, and another as his brother. If you’re looking for true team-as-family content, you’ve come to the right place

Silly space shenanigans

Serious space shenanigans

If you like probably inaccurate mythology, this is full of it! Mostly Egyptian, but they branch out quite often

Looking for a good slow burn romance? Jack and Sam are for you! You’ll be watching season 1 episode 17: Solitudes asking, “But Lou? How does this qualify as slow burn?” And I will answer, “Wait and see!”

Not one but two (2) geniuses who fit the description: not dumb but stupid

Daniel’s backstory is so messed up lol

Admittedly, they don’t do a good job with their main female character at first—gotta love 90’s sci-fi—but I’d say halfway through season one Sam becomes one of the best parts of the show

Are you into noble characters? Look no further than Teal’c, our resident alien! He sacrifced everything to free his people from slavery. Now he fights alongside the people of Earth to rid the rest of the galaxy of the evil Goa’uld system lords. It might take a minute to realize, but he’s got a great sense of humor and is very friendly. Loyalty should be his middle name, and his eyeshadow is always on point.

Is jaded and irreverent your thing? After a lifetime of military service and the loss of his son, Colonel Jack O’Neill came out of retirement to join the SGC. He’s snarky, he’s smart, and he’s got severe ADHD. The safety of his friends will always be his top priority; Heaven help the poor idiot who messed with one of his kids. If cheesy one-liners and dad jokes make you laugh, this guy is for you!

Do you vibe with enterprising, quick thinking characters? Captain Samantha Carter is your gal. As a doctor of theoretical astrophysics—and a dang good mechanic—joining the SGC is her dream come true. Advanced alien technologies are her specialty, as is casually saving the world. She’s fantastically feminine, fearless, and passsionate. (But do yourself a favor and skip episode three.)

Do you think empathy can save the world? You’ll love Dr. Daniel Jackson, the SGC’s trusty archeologists and linguist. He speaks twenty-three languages, and knows everything there is to know about most ancient civilizations. If something has the capacity to communicate, chances are he’ll try to befriend it. But don’t let his soft exterior fool you—he’ll fight tooth and nail for what he believes. The SGC would be soulless without our loving, fiery bookworm.

Impressive alien designs considering their budget

Alien politics

Monster of the week format

Good support characters in the form of Dr. Janet Frasier and Major General Hammond

If you’re into shows that can make you cry while keeping things light, SG-1 toes that line

It’s stupid! It’s silly! It’s intense! It’s a good time!

Please

Stargate SG-1: Upgrades

RICHARD DEAN ANDERSON as JACK O’NEILL STARGATE SG-1 (1997–2007) || THE FIFTH RACE

One last thing

AMANDA TAPPING as SAMANTHA CARTER in Stargate Atlantis: Search & Rescue ↳ requested by @canariesrise

Sam and Jack + episodes