With no official cancellation announcement from Amazon MGM Studios, the Stargate series isn't dead yet. Here are 5 reasons for hope and 5 actions fans can take today:
Reasons to Believe the Decision Can Be Reversed
- The Showrunner is Still Under Contract: Martin Gero has an active agreement to develop TV with Amazon outside of Stargate, meaning he is still inside the company and available if they pivot.
- Money Has Already Been Spent: Because extensive work and financial resources have already been invested into the pre-production of this specific iteration, it is much easier for Amazon to restart it than to begin from scratch.
- Proven Track Record of Attracting Late-Stage Viewers: Fans note that people successfully hopped onto the franchise as late as SG1 Season 10, proving the series can naturally attract new fans while still honoring past continuity.
- The Franchise is Ripe for a Dual-Generation Cast: The established Stargate universe is uniquely positioned to seamlessly blend classic legacy characters with brand-new characters, creating a low-risk bridge for both old and new audiences.
- Unrealized Viewership Demand: Commentary reveals there is a large segment of the fanbase that didn’t even know a new series was in development, meaning Amazon has a massive, untapped audience ready to watch the moment marketing actually begins.
Actions Fans Can Take
- Sign the "Save the Gate" Petition: Fans can sign the specific petition launched with showrunner Martin Gero to help reach a goal of one million signatures.
- Email the Head of Global Television: Fans can bypass the executive who canceled it and direct their emails and letters straight to Peter Friedlander, the boss who originally greenlit the show.
- Leverage Household Influence: Parents who are Stargate fans can threaten to stop sharing their Amazon Prime passwords and accounts with their adult children, impacting Amazon's viewership data.
- Leave Public Feedback in the Video Comments: Fans are encouraged to share their honest, open answers and frustration in the comments section to build visible public consensus.
- Share Personal Multi-Generational Stories: Fans can share personal testimonies showing that entire families—spanning three generations—gather together to watch the show, proving its massive household appeal.
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