Battlestar Galactica
When an old enemy, the Cylons, resurface and obliterate the 12 colonies, the crew of the aged Galactica protect a small civilian fleet - the last of humanity - as they journey toward the fabled 13th colony, Earth.
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Streaming now in the United States on Paramount Plus Premium and Pluto TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Battlestar Galactica
Where can I watch Battlestar Galactica in the United States?
Battlestar Galactica is available to stream on Paramount Plus Premium and Pluto TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Battlestar Galactica on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. Battlestar Galactica is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside Pluto TV.
Can I watch Battlestar Galactica for free?
Battlestar Galactica streams free with ads in the United States on Pluto TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica scores 8.2 on The Movie Database, 8.7 on IMDb, 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 89 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Battlestar Galactica?
Battlestar Galactica stars Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Jamie Bamber, Katee Sackhoff, and James Callis. Glen A. Larson is the creator and Ronald D. Moore is the creator.
How many seasons of Battlestar Galactica are there?
Battlestar Galactica has 4 seasons and 73 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of Battlestar Galactica?
All 73 episodes of Battlestar Galactica add up to about 53 hours 32 minutes at roughly 44 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 27 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 13 days.
What network is Battlestar Galactica on?
Battlestar Galactica airs on Syfy, and is produced by David Eick Productions, R&D TV, and Universal Television.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.