Stargate SG-1 - Season 1 Gift Set (DVD, 2001, 5-Disc Set)

I decided to buy this set because the Stargate series was one of my favorites. This year, season 10, was the last year of the show, so I decided it would be fun to have a collection of all the shows. This set arrived in excellent condition and I have truly enjoyed every episode. If you like sci-fi, then you would love this set. My goal is to collect all 10 years to enjoy for many years to come.

I came late to the SG-1 party, having not seen the show until it was beginning its eight season. Once I was hooked, I was eager to catch up on earlier episodes, so I headed to ebay in search of the older DVD sets, which are no longer readily available for retail purchase. I was not disappointed! Even though the first season of SG-1 is ten years old, the stories were remarkably undated(save for a cringe-worthy remark regarding reproductive organs made by Samantha Carter in her introductory scene - a line which the writers good-naturedly lampooned in a later episode). The special effects are absolutely astonishing in their quality, especially compared to the cheese-factor on series such as Dr. Who and Farscape. Okay, so everyone in the known Universe apparently speaks English and most inhabited planets looks suspiciously like Vancouver - but, even classics like Star Trek are guilty of that little bit of xenocentricity. Stargate SG-1 is interesting, entertaining, and full of action and even some edge-of-your seat excitement (think Earth about to sucked into a black hole via a malfunctioning Stargate that can't be closed). Unlike the "plastic" space hero characters of many sci-fi series, the very competent cast delivers believeable portrayals of the gamut of human emotions from sincerely funny humor to livid rage to heartwrenching anguish. I'd easily put it on a level with any of the Star Trek incarnations or the critically acclaimed Battlestar Galactica. It's ironic that in the closing scene of original Stargate movie, upon which the series is based, a key character comments on the adventure that has just taken place, and another replies with, "The adventure is just beginning..." Profoundly prophetic words, as the film spawned 214 episodes of SG-1, and so far, 70 episodes of the SG-1 spin-off, Stargate Atlantis (which is equally amazing in its own right). You really can't call yourself a sci-fi fan if you allow yourself to miss this awesome show!

Having just come off watching the entire series of Farscape and Babylon 5, I was looking for another show to get into. The first season of SG1 has impressed me as being very well made with high production values and good acting. The direction is quite good, lending a very smooth and believable air to it. The story lines so far have been compelling although I miss the romance from Farscape. We'll see how this changes as I make my way through the series. All in all, I'd recommend SG1 season 1 to anyone who likes sci-fi.

Wanted something new to watch in the sci-fi genre. Thought this would be a good try. Very happy with the purchase. This is the start to a great series. Can't wait to watch it all.

I loved this show all the action. and it is so funny to it is a great show. So buy it today. and you will love it to.

The item listed & shown on E-Bay is exactly what I received. The shipping process was quick. Thanks for a great E-Bay experience.

I have always being a stargate nut. I have enjoyed going back and watching the beginning of this first series. I did not relize how much I forgot or how much I missed when it first aired on tv.

The seller described the item exactly the way it was. It was shipped and received immediately. I would buy from this seller again. Thanks!!

It was a christmas present. I was unhappy it did not come in time for christmas. I like the stargate series and own the series myself. My sister also recently got hooked on it so I decided to give her season 1 as a xmas present

First seasons are never the best in the series, and this is no exception. That said, it is a far cry better than most seasons, as the actors find their groove quickly. If you can ignore some obvious unrealities (everyone across the galaxy seems to speak English), the plots are fun and the action is exciting. Richard Dean Anderson is a riot, and the other characters start and stay fresh (at least through season 8). I am strongly disappointed by the R-rated series opening (full female nudity); I never watch that episode. But that is never repeated in the rest of the show.

The first season of Stargate SG-1 is a great start to an epic run of 10 seasons + 2 movies.
I highly recommend this series to anyone.

This is the set that really began a series phenomena; well acted, well directed, this set, as well as the proceeding shows keep you interested and at times on the edge of your seat. The series is a must for anyone who loves well written science fiction that mixes humor and intense story lines!

This is an excellent series. This first season has a few bobbles, but overall is a pleasure to watch. There are some very good episodes here, starting off with the very first episode, Children of the Gods. I am planning on getting more seasons.

You'll notice some plot inconsistencies in the first few episodes, but hey, we can't blame the writers so early on. The 'additional content' is mediocre, as is the DVD menus and such. Still, you get the episodes in widescreen and uncut, which means every once in a while you'll catch something not in the original.

Parental Note: In one of the episodes, Sha-ri is shown fully nude. Other then that, not much beyond fantasy violence.

Excellent series for a Stargate:SG1 fan.

Entertaining and creative. It stars, among others, a strong female scientist that seems to know everything. She's a strong female role model that the rest of the male team has to listen to because they're not as smart...my 13 year old daughter loves this.

A great season of a television show. "Season 1" is a great way to start watching Stargate. Even if you watched the later seasons and not the earlier ones this is a great way to catch up with old episodes. The "Gift set" is just as good as the other "Box set" or the "5 disc set". The are basicall all the same.

This series is one that sort of accidentally passed me by the first time around. So i went back and started at season 1 and have been hooked since. Great characters and (to me) has a very Star Trek feel to it (minus the space ships of course). Definetely worth the money

The first season of any series is usually the best and this one is no exception! This series ran for 11 years and could have gone longer if Richard Dean Anderson hadn't left the cast. This set is definitely a "KEEPER"! Mike

This is the best series and I want to have all 10 sets in my video library. Ebay is the place to shop.

SG-1 is an excellent Sci-Fi series based on the film "Stargate". Since the series was canceled after its 10th season I wanted to start collecting all them. I didn't start regularly watching until about season 5 so many of the episodes were new to me.

I am a huge fan of SG-1, and to a lesser degree the spin-off Stargate Atlantis. SciFi channel really hit it big with this series, even though there aren't that many shows per season. The early seasons were a fantastic mix of classic Science Fiction and high-tech imagination. Richard Dean Anderson did a fabulous job in the role of Col. O'Neil, and the rest of the cast did an outstanding job in their roles as well (Amanda Tapping is not just eye candy!).

I love Stargate SG-1. It's a fun sci fi series. The cast is wonderfully talented and captivating. They make watching Stargate SG-1 exciting and fun. Season 1 of Stargate SG-1 is filled with lots of action from military combat missions off world, adventure and suspense on and off world. During the first season you are introduced to the people of Abydos, the Goa'uld, the Nox, the Tollan, Hathor, Cassie as well as other alien races and people from other worlds. As the season progresses we see the characters' personalities shine through and the bonds and relationships between the members of SG-1 form. This is a season of Stargate SG-1 that should not be missed. An absolute must for any Stargate SG-1 fan.

I love this series. Sci-Fi at it's best. Who wouldnt love to just walk through a 'gate' and be on another planet in another galaxy? New worlds to explore. Bad people to destroy and cool weapons to shoot. The characters are very believable. They are serious, smart and funny.

I bought the product because I like the tv series and the movie. The tv series is too far ahead to enjoy it completely. What I most like about the purchase is that the product was better than I expected. It was better than the seller had described it. I didn't like the time it took to arrive; however, I accept that the delivery time wasn't in the seller's hand.