STARGATE UNIVERSE "Earth" Episode 7
November 5, 2009 by Eric
Filed under Stargate Universe
Watch a sneak peek of STARGATE UNIVERSE "Earth" Episode 7 which airs Friday November 6 at 9 pm on Syfy.
Episode Synopsis: STARGATE UNIVERSE "Earth" Episode 7 - The Ancient communication stones are used to allow a few crewmembers' consciousnesses to return to Earth to go over a risky plan that could bring the crew home.
About the Show
When a secret military research base is attacked, a small group of civilians and military personnel escape through the Stargate to a ship that is locked on course through deep space.
"Stargate Universe" follows a band of soldiers, scientists and civilians, who must fend for themselves as they are forced through a Stargate when their hidden base comes under attack. The desperate survivors emerge aboard an ancient ship, which is locked on an unknown path and unable to return to Earth. Faced with meeting the most basic needs of food, water and air, the group must discover the secrets of the ship’s Stargate to survive. The danger, adventure and hope they find on board the Destiny will reveal the heroes and villains among them.
Edgier and younger in tone, "Stargate Universe" will take the franchise in a dynamic new direction, appealing to longtime "Stargate" fans and first-time viewers alike. The series stars award-winning Scottish actor Robert Carlyle ("Trainspotting," "The Full Monty") as Dr. Nicholas Rush, an acclaimed and respected scientist who will gamble the livelihood of many for the advancement of science itself. The series also stars Ming-Na ("The Joy Luck Club," "ER") as Camile Wray, Lou Diamond Phillips ("La Bamba," "Stand and Deliver") as Lieutenant Telford, as well as David Blue as Eli Wallace, Alaina Huffman as Master Sergeant. Tara Johansen, Louis Ferreira as Col. Everett Young, Jamil Walker Smith as Master Sergeant Ronald Greer and Brian J. Smith as Lt. Matthew Scott.
SANCTUARY "Pavor Nocturnus" Season 2 Episode 5
Watch a sneak peek at SANCTUARY "Pavor Nocturnus" Season 2 Episode 5 which airs Friday November 6 on SyFy (9-10 p.m. ET).
Episode Synopsis: SANCTUARY "Pavor Nocturnus" Season 2 Episode 5 - A confused Dr. Magnus finds the Sanctuary and surrounding city has been destroyed, but she has no idea how it happened. While searching the remains she is pounced on by a vicious creature, leading to two armed men rescuing her and taking her to a nearby abandoned building. After being hosed down and dumped in a room on her own Magnus becomes fearful when an aggressive man, with a familiar face, enters.
Also watch any Sanctuary episode that you may have missed by clicking here
(Photos: Courtesy of Syfy)
The DOCTOR WHO Specials Are Coming to BBC America
October 30, 2009 by Sandie
Filed under Doctor Who, Press Releases
[Press Release - Released by BBC America]
THE DOCTOR WHO SPECIALS ARE LANDING ON BBC AMERICA
- "Mars, 2059. Bowie Base one. Last recorded message: don´t drink the water. Don't even touch it. Not one drop." The Waters of Mars -
New York, NY – October 30, 2009 –The BBC today announced the imminent arrival of the final Doctor Who episodes starring David Tennant as the Doctor. Television's longest running science fiction series, shot in HD, has just three episodes to go before a new Doctor arrives on screen next year.
The next special, Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars airs on BBC AMERICA, Saturday December 19, 9:00pm ET/PT. It stars Tennant and British stage and screen actress Lindsay Duncan (Rome, Langford) as Adelaide, his cleverest and most strong-minded companion.
All will be revealed as the Doctor and his companion Adelaide face terror on the Red Planet in one of the scariest adventures yet. Peter O'Brien (Casualty, Neighbours) guest stars as Ed, Adelaide's second-in-command at the base.
Syfy Gives Greenlight to BEING HUMAN
October 30, 2009 by Sandie
Filed under Being Human, Press Releases, SyFy
[Press Release - Released by Syfy]
SYFY GIVES GREENLIGHT TO "BEING HUMAN"
New drama based on UK series to premiere in 2010
NEW YORK - October 29, 2009 - Syfy has ordered 13 episodes of Being Human from RDF Media USA, it was announced today by Dave Howe, President, Syfy, and Chris Coelen, CEO of RDF Media USA. Being Human will premiere on Syfy in Summer 2010.
Being Human is a re-imagining of the acclaimed BBC original. Three 20-something roommates, a ghost, a vampire, and a werewolf, struggle to keep their dark secrets from the world, while helping each other navigate the complexities of living double lives. The original UK series is produced by RDF subsidiary Touchpaper Television and executive produced by Rob Pursey.
"Being Human is a smart, contemporary, young and imaginative series that reflects Syfy's new brand positioning. We are very excited to adapt this for an American audience and bring it into Syfy's family of programming," said Dave Howe in making the announcement.
Mark Stern, Executive Vice President, Original Content for Syfy and Co-Head, Original Content for Universal Cable Productions added, "We've loved this project and been tracking it for a while. Being Human definitely distinguishes itself as something new and different in a landscape filled with familiar supernatural fare. In adapting it, we intend to work closely with RDF to keep the wit, insight, and humor of the original, while opening up the series for a new audience."
Syfy Presents LEGEND OF THE SEEKER Marathon Event
October 30, 2009 by Sandie
Filed under Legend of the Seeker, Press Releases, SyFy
[Press Release - Released by Syfy]
SYFY PRESENTS "LEGEND OF THE SEEKER" MARATHON EVENT
Thursday, November 5, 6 pm - 12 midnight ET/PT
Fans of Epic Adventure Series Can Relive Six Thrilling and Action-Packed Episodes
NEW YORK - October 27, 2009 - Syfy has partnered with Disney-ABC Domestic Television to present a special "Legend of the Seeker" marathon event on Thursday, November 5 from 6 pm - 12 AM, ET/PT. The marathon will give fans a chance to catch up and relive six favorite episodes from the first season of the epic fantasy series, and also serve to introduce the show to Syfy viewers who may not have experienced it. Combining elements of fantasy, adventure, magic, mystery and romance with state-of-the-art visual effects and a high level of action, the series is an adaptation of internationally best-selling author Terry Goodkind's Sword of Truth book series.
The marathon begins with the series premiere, when Richard (Craig Horner, "Monarch Cove" and "Blue Water High") first discovers his destiny to stop the sinister tyrant Darken Rahl (Craig Parker, "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" and "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers"). Richard partners up with the beautiful and mysterious Kahlan (Bridget Regan, "Sex and the City" and "The Best and the Brightest"), and a wise and powerful old wizard named Zedd (Bruce Spence, "Mad Max 2" and "The Matrix Revolutions"), who have both sworn to assist Richard in his mission. The six episodes featured in the marathon are "Prophecy," followed by "Destiny," "Denna," "Puppeteer," "Conversion" and "Fever."
Shot with the exotic and rugged New Zealand landscape as its backdrop, "Legend of the Seeker" is produced by ABC Studios and distributed by Disney-ABC Domestic Television. Ken Biller, Sam Raimi, Rob Tapert, Ned Nalle and Josh Donen serve as executive producers. The second season of "Legend of the Seeker" will premiere the weekend of November 7th in national syndication.
Syfy is a media destination for imagination-based entertainment. With year round acclaimed original series, events, blockbuster movies, classic science fiction and fantasy programming, a dynamic Web site (www.Syfy.com), and a portfolio of adjacent business (Syfy Ventures), Syfy is a passport to limitless possibilities. Originally launched in 1992 as SCI FI Channel, and currently in 95 million homes, Syfy is a network of NBC Universal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. (Syfy. Imagine greater.)
SANCTUARY "Hero" Season 2 Episode 4
Watch a sneak peek at SANCTUARY "Hero" Season 2 Episode 4 which airs Friday October 30 on SyFy (9-10 p.m. ET).
Episode Synopsis: SANCTUARY "Hero" Season 2 Episode 4 - When a man arrives in the city dressed as a superhero and intent on fighting crime, his unusual strength and ability to fly grab the attention of Dr. Magnus. With the help of Will, Helen captures the man and runs tests on his DNA. The results, however, prove that he is not an abnormal, leaving the team confused as to where he got his powers from. Kate, meanwhile, tries to help her brother after he falls foul of a local crime boss.
Also watch any Sanctuary episode that you may have missed by clicking here
(Photos: Courtesy of Syfy)
STARGATE UNIVERSE "Water" Episode 6
October 29, 2009 by Eric
Filed under Stargate Universe
Watch a sneak peek of STARGATE UNIVERSE "Water" Episode 6 which airs Friday October 30 at 9pm on Syfy.
Episode Synopsis: STARGATE UNIVERSE "Water" Episode 6 - To replenish their supplies the crew attempts to harvest water from an ice planet.
About the Show
When a secret military research base is attacked, a small group of civilians and military personnel escape through the Stargate to a ship that is locked on course through deep space.
"Stargate Universe" follows a band of soldiers, scientists and civilians, who must fend for themselves as they are forced through a Stargate when their hidden base comes under attack. The desperate survivors emerge aboard an ancient ship, which is locked on an unknown path and unable to return to Earth. Faced with meeting the most basic needs of food, water and air, the group must discover the secrets of the ship’s Stargate to survive. The danger, adventure and hope they find on board the Destiny will reveal the heroes and villains among them.
Edgier and younger in tone, "Stargate Universe" will take the franchise in a dynamic new direction, appealing to longtime "Stargate" fans and first-time viewers alike. The series stars award-winning Scottish actor Robert Carlyle ("Trainspotting," "The Full Monty") as Dr. Nicholas Rush, an acclaimed and respected scientist who will gamble the livelihood of many for the advancement of science itself. The series also stars Ming-Na ("The Joy Luck Club," "ER") as Camile Wray, Lou Diamond Phillips ("La Bamba," "Stand and Deliver") as Lieutenant Telford, as well as David Blue as Eli Wallace, Alaina Huffman as Master Sergeant. Tara Johansen, Louis Ferreira as Col. Everett Young, Jamil Walker Smith as Master Sergeant Ronald Greer and Brian J. Smith as Lt. Matthew Scott.
STARGATE UNIVERSE "Light" Episode 5
October 21, 2009 by Sandie
Filed under Stargate Universe
Watch a sneak peek of STARGATE UNIVERSE "Light" Episode 5 which airs Friday October 23 at 9pm on Syfy.
Episode Synopsis: STARGATE UNIVERSE "Light" Season 1 Episode 5 - The crew are in close proximity to one of the three planets. Col. Young tells everyone that only seventeen people can go in the shuttle and a lottery will determine their fate.
