Fair rating?Stargate Atlantis· Season 1 · Episode 1
Rising, Part 1
The Stargate SG-1 team discovers what they believe to be the remnants of the lost city of the Ancients – the originators of the Stargates and Stargate Command launches an investigation to find the mythical city of Atlantis. Situated in the distant Pegasus Galaxy, it's farther than any Stargate team has ever traveled. With only enough power to make a one-way trip, a new team, headed by civilian Dr. Elizabeth Weir, is formed and travels through the gate to this unknown galaxy. There, they discover the marvels of the lost city of Atlantis…. and encounter a sinister new enemy.
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#3In Season 1of 20 rated episodes
#19All-timeof 100 rated episodes
+0.7vs season avgSeason 1 averages 7.3
2004First airedJuly 16, 2004
Guest stars
Paul McGillionas Dr. Carson Beckett
Craig Veronias Dr. Peter Grodin
Christopher Heyerdahlas Halling
Richard Dean Andersonas Jack O'Neill
Garwin Sanfordas Simon Wallis
Michael Shanksas Dr. Daniel Jackson
Robert Patrickas Colonel Marshall Sumner
James Lafazanosas Male Wraith
Dean Marshallas Sgt. Bates
Boyan Vukelicas Sgt. Stackhouse
Edmond Wongas Atlantis Technician
Reece Thompsonas Jinto
Casey Duboisas Wex
Bro Gilbertas ScientistCrew
Martin WoodDirector
Brad WrightWriter
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