Stargate SG-1 - Season 9 (DVD, 2006, Canadian; 5-Disc Set)

When I first saw the movie "Stargate", I was captivated by the storyline: A portal that is connected to other worlds, allowing almost instantaneous transfer, is finally figured out by us lowly humans, so of course we go to investigate. So I was thrilled when it became a series, although I was only able to sporadically watch the shows at first (I have since filled in all my gaps with my DVD collection of the series). The cast choice was perfect to me, and I was happy that it stayed together as long as it did (I was extrememly happy when Michael Shanks rejoined the cast full-time). I thought it might go downhill with the departure (full-time) of Richard Dean Anderson. Thankfully, the cast and crew were able to make it through Season 8, and in Season 9, they successfully integrated new members into SG-1. Now, I'm also a huge fan of FARSCAPE, and even though I love it, I cringed when I heard that Ben Browder was going to be part of the team; I didn't think he would fit into this scenario. However, he proved me wrong; his sense of humor is what the team needs, and even though he'll never truly replace RDA, that's not what I wanted anyway. He's carved his own niche into the team, and what he's brought is fresh and funny (when it needs to be). I was unaware that Claudia Black (again from FARSCAPE) was going to be brought in, and I again cringed, thinking that they were going to try and pair her and Browder together. Thankfully, they kind-of-paired her character "Vala" up with "Daniel Jackson", and that has actually had me rolling on occasion. The new additions to the cast are welcome in Season 9, and even though we've all heard that Season 10 will be the last, I'm hoping it isn't. This series has continuously captured my imagination, has injected their techno-geek-speak with some honestly hilarious moments, and still has more life to live!!!

I've been a fan of science fiction for as long as I can remember. "Stargate: GS-1" is my favorite, topping "Star Trek" ten years ago when I discovered there was a series, taking up where the movie left off. I have the movie DVD and all nine seasons, and will be looking for the tenth season soon. The characters and story lines have kept my interest, with Richard Dean Anderson topping the list, partly because of "Col. O'Neill's" silent, frequently humorous communications. I've not enjoyed the aliens, the Ori, as much as I have the Goauld, probably because there is a touch of anti-Christianity attached to the cult. I was hesitant to have Ben Browder take the place of Anderson, because I knew that Anderson could never be replaced, and because I was not aware of his acting ability. I am happy to say that "Col. Mitchell" has grown on me. And it didn't take long.