Dial the gate, because we’re going home! After years of rumors, speculation, and passionate fan campaigns, Amazon MGM Studios has officially given a series order for a new Stargate series, set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video. The announcement sends a clear signal to sci-fi fans everywhere: one of the most beloved franchises in television history is making a comeback, and it’s in the hands of a seasoned veteran who knows the universe inside and out. [1] [2]
For over a decade, the gate has remained closed, with the last television series, Stargate Universe, concluding in 2011. Now, a new chapter is set to begin, promising to honor the rich legacy of the franchise while propelling it into an ambitious and emotionally resonant future. This revival is one of the first major moves to come from Amazon’s massive $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM, signaling a new era for the studio’s iconic library of properties.
Caption: Martin Gero (inset) returns to the franchise where he started his career Credit: Everett Collection/Maarten de Boer Source: Deadline
Who Is Leading the New Stargate Series?
The most exciting part of this announcement for longtime fans is the name attached to lead the project: Martin Gero. A true veteran of the franchise, Gero is set to serve as creator, writer, executive producer, and showrunner. His involvement is a homecoming, as his career began two decades ago in the writers’ room of Stargate: Atlantis. He spent five years working across all three live-action series—SG-1, Atlantis, and Universe—making him one of the few creatives with a holistic understanding of the entire television saga. [3]
In a statement, Gero expressed his profound connection to the material:
“Twenty years ago, my first real job in television was as a Story Editor on Stargate: Atlantis. I spent five years at the franchise working across all three series, Stargate taught me everything about making television — it’s written into my DNA. I’m beyond thrilled that Amazon MGM Studios has entrusted me with guiding this incredible franchise into its next phase. For those who’ve kept the gate active through conventions, rewatches, and unwavering faith — this one’s for you. And for those that are new to our world — I promise you’re in for something extraordinary.” [1]
This isn’t just a job for Gero; it’s a passion project. His recent work includes creating and executive producing NBC’s Blindspot and serving as showrunner on the Quantum Leap reboot, proving he has the experience to helm a major network-level production.
Joining Gero is a powerhouse production team. Joby Harold and Tory Tunnell of Safehouse Pictures (Obi-Wan Kenobi, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters) will serve as executive producers. In a move that will surely please purists, the creators of the original 1994 film, Dean Devlin and Roland Emmerich, are also on board as executive producers. Perhaps most importantly, longtime creative leaders of the TV universe, Brad Wright and Joe Mallozzi, are attached as consulting producers, ensuring the new series will have the DNA of what made the previous shows so successful. [2]
A Long-Awaited Return for a Sci-Fi Giant
The Stargate franchise has been a cornerstone of science fiction for nearly three decades. It all began with the 1994 film Stargate, directed by Roland Emmerich and starring Kurt Russell and James Spader. The movie introduced audiences to the concept of an ancient alien device that could create a wormhole, allowing for instantaneous travel across the cosmos. While the film was a box office success, it was the television adaptation that transformed Stargate into a global phenomenon.
In 1997, Stargate SG-1 premiered and went on to run for an incredible 10 seasons, becoming one of the longest-running science fiction shows in North American history. The series, starring Richard Dean Anderson, Michael Shanks, Amanda Tapping, and Christopher Judge, expanded the mythology of the film, introducing a vast universe of planets, aliens, and advanced technologies. It was followed by the equally beloved spinoffs Stargate: Atlantis (2004-2009) and the more character-driven Stargate Universe (2009-2011). The franchise also includes two direct-to-DVD films, an animated series, and a web series, Stargate Origins.
Caption: The original Stargate SG-1 cast that launched the franchise into a television phenomenon Credit: Everett Collection Source: IMDb
For 14 years, the franchise has laid dormant, but its fan base has remained one of the most dedicated in all of fandom. This revival is a testament to their unwavering support. The new series has the potential to build on this rich history, much like how other creators are expanding their own connected worlds, such as with the recently announced Energon Universe.
What Will the New Stargate Be About?
Amazon is keeping plot details under wraps, describing the new show only as a “bold new chapter” that will be a “visionary new chapter… that honors the series’ rich legacy while propelling it into an ambitious and emotionally resonant future.” [3] This carefully worded statement suggests that the new series will not be a hard reboot that erases the established canon. The involvement of Gero, Wright, and Mallozzi strongly implies a continuation of the universe that fans know and love.
Will we see familiar faces return? Will the story pick up after the events of Stargate Universe? Or will it explore a new team and a new corner of the galaxy? These are the questions that will fuel fan speculation for months to come. What is clear is that Amazon and Gero are approaching the project with a deep respect for the source material. The goal is not to replace what came before, but to build upon it for a new generation of viewers while rewarding the loyalty of longtime fans.
Amazon’s Big Bet on MGM’s Legacy IP
This new Stargate series represents a massive opportunity for Prime Video to launch a flagship science fiction franchise. The project is part of Amazon’s broader strategy to leverage MGM’s extensive library of intellectual properties. Since the $8.5 billion acquisition closed in 2022, Amazon has been methodically identifying which MGM franchises have the potential to become streaming tentpoles. [1]
Alongside Stargate, Amazon has greenlit series based on Legally Blonde (a prequel titled Elle starring Reese Witherspoon), Tomb Raider (headlined by Sophie Turner), and Barbershop (starring Jermaine Fowler). Other properties like Poltergeist are in development. The strategy is clear: take beloved franchises with built-in audiences and reimagine them for a new era of streaming television.
What sets Stargate apart from these other revivals is the depth of its existing mythology and the passionate global fanbase that has kept the franchise alive through conventions, fan fiction, and online communities. Unlike a film franchise that needs to be adapted for television, Stargate was born on TV and thrived there for over a decade. It’s a natural fit for the binge-watching era.
Why Now Is the Perfect Time for Stargate’s Return
The timing of this announcement couldn’t be better. Science fiction television is experiencing a renaissance, with shows like The Expanse, Foundation, and The Mandalorian proving that audiences are hungry for high-concept, serialized storytelling set in richly detailed universes. The success of these series has demonstrated that streaming platforms are willing to invest in ambitious sci-fi projects that might have been considered too risky for traditional broadcast networks.
Moreover, the Stargate franchise has a unique advantage: it doesn’t need to introduce audiences to the concept of shared universes or interconnected storytelling. The original series pioneered that approach in the late 1990s and early 2000s, long before the Marvel Cinematic Universe made it the industry standard. Fans already understand the rules of the Stargate universe, the mythology of the Ancients, and the threat posed by the Goa’uld and other antagonists.
For newcomers, the franchise offers an accessible entry point. At its core, Stargate is about exploration, discovery, and humanity’s place in a vast and often dangerous cosmos. These are timeless themes that resonate across generations. The show has always balanced high-stakes action with character-driven drama, humor with heart, making it a perfect fit for today’s streaming audience that values both spectacle and substance.
What Fans Can Expect Moving Forward
While Amazon and Martin Gero are keeping specific plot details close to the vest, the involvement of Brad Wright and Joe Mallozzi as consulting producers is a strong signal that this won’t be a complete reinvention. Wright, who co-created all three previous live-action series, understands the franchise’s DNA better than almost anyone. Mallozzi, who served as an executive producer and writer on all three shows, brings a deep knowledge of the characters, mythology, and tone that made the original series so beloved.
The fact that the series is simply titled Stargate rather than Stargate: [Subtitle] suggests this could be a fresh starting point that honors the past while charting a new course. It’s a bold choice that indicates confidence in the brand itself. Whether this means a new SG team, a different galaxy, or a continuation of existing storylines remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the creative team is committed to delivering something that feels both familiar and fresh.
With a built-in global audience and a creative team that understands the heart of the story, the journey through the gate is about to begin again, and it promises to be an extraordinary adventure. For fans who have been waiting 14 years for this moment, the message is clear: the gate is open, and it’s time to step through once more.
Sources
- Deadline – ‘Stargate’ TV Series Ordered By Amazon From Martin Gero – https://deadline.com/2025/11/stargate-tv-series-order-amazon-martin-gero-1236623431/
- Variety – New ‘Stargate’ TV Series Ordered at Amazon – https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/new-stargate-tv-series-amazon-martin-gero-1236585606/
- The Hollywood Reporter – ‘Stargate’ Revived at Prime Video With New Series – https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/stargate-revived-prime-video-new-series-1236431118/
