James Marsh

Senior software developer working primarily in the financial services industry.

[Stargate Now Europe #SaveStargate @StargateNow_EU]

Happy Birthday, @martingero! 🎉

We'd love to give you the perfect birthday present.

Unfortunately, only @AmazonMGMStudio and @PrimeVideo can.

#SaveStargate

[Jay @JamesBryhan]

An Open Letter to @AmazonMGMStudio

To Brett Fetter, Peter Friedlander, and the leadership at Amazon MGM Studios,

If the reports surrounding Martin Gero’s Stargate project are accurate, I’d ask you to consider one thing.

The belief that respecting nearly three decades of established canon somehow limits a franchise.

For many of us, it’s exactly the opposite.

Canon isn’t a burden.

It’s a promise.

A promise that the stories, characters and journeys we’ve invested in still matter.

Stargate earned one of the most loyal fanbases in science fiction by building on its history, not running from it.

That’s why, decades later, parents are still introducing it to their children. New fans are still discovering it. More than 110,000 people have united because they believe this universe still has another chapter to tell.

That isn’t nostalgia.

That’s trust.

Sometimes the greatest opportunity isn’t creating something entirely new.

It’s recognising the extraordinary value of what already exists.

Please don’t see Stargate as a franchise weighed down by its past.

See it for what it truly is.

A universe still inspiring people to imagine a better future.

The Gate is waiting.

And so are we.

#SaveStargate

[Michael Shanks @MichaelShanks]

😱

[James Marsh @marshj1977]

@AmazonMGMStudio Where is stargate on the list :(
#SaveStargate

@blairfetter @PrimeVideo

[James Marsh @marshj1977]

Phrasing you could use to help you re-align with clear demand and save face @AmazonMGMStudio @PrimeVideo #SaveStargate
"After assessing performance and business requirements, a decision was made to place them in a role that offers a stronger fit for their capabilities."

[James Marsh @marshj1977]

@AmazonMGMStudio Hammond of Texas

[Joseph Mallozzi 🏴‍☠️ @BaronDestructo]

In a word" "Wow."

Stargate fans continue to amaze.  It's been two weeks since the show's cancellation was announced and they’re still as energized and active as ever, lighting up social media with their love for the franchise.

And I keep being asked: Will it make a difference? My answer is "Yes" and "Don't know"...

It reminds me of when Dark Matter was cancelled back in 2017 and the fan backlash was so intense that Syfy reportedly called an emergency meeting to discuss damage control.  They considered making a public statement to quell the fan furor but, ultimately, elected to remain silent.  And, eventually, the storm subsided.  

Eventually.  

But this time…this feels different.  The Dark Matter fandom was small but organized and very angry.  The Stargate fandom, on the other hand, is remarkably large, incredibly well organized, and - if the last two weeks are any indication - possibly even angrier.

I'm on the outside on this so I can't tell you what The Powers That Be are thinking but based on pure conjecture...

Have they noticed the fan response? Oh, safe to assume they have definitely noticed.

Have they been surprised by the scale and ferocity of the fan response? I'm going to assume yes. The fan pushback has been worldwide and intense.

Are they thinking "If we could harness this type of fan engagement to help launch a new show, it would be a huge asset!"? Again, given the sustained enthusiasm and global reach - I'm sure it has crossed their minds.

Are they thinking "Fandom passion can be a double-edged sword. I wonder if there have been examples of other genre shows whose performances have suffered due to intense fan response?" This one's a little trickier. The data scrapers and algorithms monitor vocal/negative sentiment, but how much weight executive leadership places on analogous data is always up for debate.

But will it all make a difference in the end? So far, yes, it has already made a difference, for many of the reasons outlined above.

So will it make a difference for the future of Stargate? I honestly don't know. From a marketing standpoint, this is a public relations coup waiting to happen. Acknowledge that the fans made a difference - and recognize that the excitement they've shown over the past two weeks won't stop at a relaunch. It will carry every episode. They've proven this series is theirs, and they won't let it fail. They will be the core of the new Stargate, a core that will only grow as they introduce the series to friends, family, and complete strangers, just as they have always done.

But that's just me. In the end, I'm just the guy who helps create the world, the words, the characters on the page. I'm the one who helps bring them to life with an amazing cast and crew so that you can visit with them and make them a part of your lives. I'm not the guy making the decisions.

One thing seems certain: the execs have taken notice. Now we'll see what they do with that knowledge.

[Stargate Offworld @SGOffworld]

Amazon announced so many things. Stargate deserved to be among them. Still time to fix course. @AmazonMgmStudio @Primevideo #SaveStargate

[James Marsh @marshj1977]

@AmazonMGMStudio @PrimeVideo Its just sad at this point @AmazonMGMStudio @PrimeVideo

#savestargate

[James Marsh @marshj1977]

@AmazonMGMStudio Sigh, @AmazonMGMStudio when will you put out a statement that you're removing that one exec and replacing him with someone who knows how much stargate is worth with gero...

#savestargate

[James Marsh @marshj1977]

The (former) first @PrimeVideo (@iamchrisjudge) of Apophis (@actualApophis) wants @AmazonMGMStudio to undo that crazy Brett Fetter decision to cancel the green lit new @martingero vision for #Stargate...

As do I

#SaveStargate

[Gatefan #SaveStargate @Gatefan1661]

@AmazonMGMStudio Vala and Daniel.

Now, you have your answer give us Martin Gero's Stargate back.

#SaveStargate

[GateWorld.net #SaveStargate @GateWorld]

Things will not calm down, @AmazonMGMStudio. They will, in fact, CALM UP. #SaveStargate

[Stargate Now Europe #SaveStargate @StargateNow_EU]

The message flying above your headquarters is simple: Stargate is worth saving. @AmazonMGMStudio @PrimeVideo #SaveStargate

[James Marsh @marshj1977]

@AmazonMGMStudio Stargate!

#savestargate

[James Marsh @marshj1977]

@AmazonMGMStudio Stargate.... when?
#SaveStargate

[GateWorld.net #SaveStargate @GateWorld]

We want @AmazonMGMStudio to #SaveStargate because these shows are magical. And not just any ol' project can capture lighting in a bottle: @MartinGero's show will bring the franchise into an exciting new era.

Don't take your foot off the gas! Tell Amazon we want Martin's Stargate.

[Stargate Central @StargateYT]

🚨 BREAKING - Fans Are Rallying to #SaveStargate After Amazon Cancels the New Series!

Variety has reported that Martin Gero's new #Stargate series is not moving forward.

Fans have responded with petitions, social campaigns and even a GoFundMe to fly a banner over Amazon HQ!

[Stargate Central @StargateYT]

🔥 NEW - Stargate SG-1's @MichaelShanks Calls for Fans to Pound Amazon's Social Media!

Following news that Amazon won't be moving forward with a New #Stargate series, the actor who played Daniel Jackson has called on fans to make noise online!

#SaveStargate

[Stargate Now Europe #SaveStargate @StargateNow_EU]

The #Stargate fandom has waited for years.

We are passionate, loyal, and ready to support a new series. Please give Martin Gero and his team the opportunity to complete the work they started.

@AmazonMGMStudio
@PrimeVideo
#SaveStargate