While the ‘The Kindred, Part 1′ had mostly taken place on the Stargate Atlantis standing sets at Bridge Studios, the second half of the big two-parter was an entirely different story. “We went out on location and it was a huge deal for our set decorators,†recalls James Robbins, “They had truck after truck after … Read more
In a recent interview with Trek Movie, Actor Paul McGillion discusses his new role in Star Trek, and his momentous return to Stargate Atlantis. TrekMovie: When your character was written off of Stargate Atantis during the 3rd season, it sparked a fan campaign, something well-known to Trekkies. What was that like for you? Paul McGillion: … Read more
In a recent audio interview held at the official Amanda Tapping website, Amanda speaks out on her dramatic and life changing events that have been apart of the Stargate franchise, her career goals, and how she has grown as a person. Get an insight into whats next for the fantastic actress and more. The interview … Read more
At the age of just 13, Canadian actress Jodelle Ferland has already made a considerable mark in the world of film and television. She’s appeared in high-profile movies such as Silent Hill and Good Luck Chuck, and Terry Gilliam’s disturbingly surreal Tideland hung its entire premise on her ability to carry a film along distinctly … Read more
When screen romantic leads spring to mind, Doctor McKay of Stargate Atlantis isn’t necessarily top of the list. He can be difficult, arrogant and insensitive – and yet it seems, there’s someone for everyone, even in the Pegasus Galaxy. That ‘someone’ for Rodney has, for the past three years, been the city’s quiet botanist, Doctor … Read more
Andee Frizzell first appeared in the Stargate Atlantis’ pilot, ‘Rising’ as the Wraith queen, and has since played numerous incarnations of the alien matriarchs. Having worked in prosthetics before, Frizzell was a perfect choice for the role, and has become an invaluable part of the cast. ‘Spoils Of War’ gave viewers a big insight into … Read more
“When I read the script for the first time, I got quite excited about the notion of having an Earth-based episode,†Mikita explains of ‘Miller’s Crossing’. “It’s refreshing to be on Earth. It just offers you some opportunities aesthetically. And of course, [there was] the added fun of having Kate Hewlett. ‘McKay and Mrs Miller’ … Read more
Actor Bill Dow admits that he never expected Dr. Lee to find a new lease of life after Stargate SG-1 finished its run, despite appearing in a few episodes of Stargate: Atlantis’ early seasons. “I lived in hope a little bit,†he says with a laugh. “I was surprised and very grateful – I’m glad … Read more
The director’s first aired episode of the season was ‘Missing’, which finds Doctor Keller (newcomer Jewel Staite) and Teyla (Rachel Luttrell) forced to save themselves from a fierce warrior tribe called the Bola Kai. Mikita recalls that the most challenging aspect of getting this episode from the script to the screen had to do with … Read more
Christopher Heyerdahl has been part of the Stargate: Atlantis universe since the pilot, ‘Rising’, though in his current incarnation, the Canadian actor is completely unrecognizable. Heryerdahl was originally cast as Teyla’s Athosian confidant and advisor Halling, who moved to the City along with his son. Gradually, however, we saw less and less of Halling, and … Read more