History of Stargate in Timeline
Stargate is a military science fiction franchise that originated with the 1994 film of the same name, directed by Roland Emmerich. The core concept involves a network of alien devices allowing instantaneous travel across vast distances. The franchise expanded significantly with the television series Stargate SG-1, created by Brad Wright and Jonathan Glassner, which served as a sequel to the film. Additional series include Stargate Atlantis, Stargate Universe, and the web series Stargate Origins. The franchise also encompasses books, video games, comics, and direct-to-DVD movies, enriching the Stargate universe and continuing the narrative.
October 28, 1994: Release of the film Stargate
On October 28, 1994, the film Stargate, directed by Roland Emmerich, was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and Carolco. The film grossed US$197 million worldwide.
1994: Release of the film Stargate
In 1994, the film Stargate, directed by Roland Emmerich, focused on the re-discovery of the Stargate on Earth and the first expedition off-world.
1995: Publication of Unofficial Sequels to the Stargate Film
In 1995, Bill McCay began publishing a series of books that served as unofficial sequels to the original Stargate film, expanding the universe through literature.
July 27, 1997: Debut of Stargate SG-1 on Showtime
On July 27, 1997, Stargate SG-1 debuted on Showtime, starring Richard Dean Anderson as O'Neill and Michael Shanks as Jackson, among others.
1997: Creation of Stargate SG-1
In 1997, Brad Wright and Jonathan Glassner created the television series Stargate SG-1 as a sequel to the Stargate film.
1999: ROC Publishes Stargate SG-1 Novels
From 1999, ROC began publishing novels based on Stargate SG-1, written by Ashley McConnell, contributing to the expanded universe of the television series.
1999: End of Bill McCay's Book Series
In 1999, the series of unofficial sequels to the Stargate film, written by Bill McCay, came to an end, marking the conclusion of this literary expansion of the Stargate universe.
2001: ROC's Stargate SG-1 Novel Series Concludes
In 2001, ROC concluded its series of novels based on Stargate SG-1, written by Ashley McConnell, marking the end of their contribution to the literary expansion of the franchise.
September 2002: Premiere of Stargate Infinity
In September 2002, Stargate Infinity premiered as part of 4Kids Entertainment's FOX BOX Saturday morning line-up on FOX.
2002: Release of Stargate Infinity
In 2002, the animated series Stargate Infinity was released.
June 2003: Stargate Infinity Goes Off the Air
In June 2003, Stargate Infinity went off the air, with the series being cancelled before any of its story arcs could be resolved.
October 7, 2003: DVD Release of Stargate Infinity by DIC Entertainment
On October 7, 2003, DIC Entertainment released a 4-episode DVD of Stargate Infinity in Region 1.
2003: Avatar Press Begins Publishing Stargate Comics
In 2003, Avatar Press began publishing a series of comic books based on Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis, contributing to the franchise's expansion into different media formats.
2003: Cancellation of Stargate Infinity
In 2003, Stargate Infinity was cancelled due to low viewership ratings, leaving the story arc unresolved.
July 16, 2004: Debut of Atlantis on Sci-Fi Channel
On July 16, 2004, Atlantis debuted on the Sci-Fi Channel, starring Joe Flanigan and Torri Higginson.
2004: Fandemonium Press Launches Stargate SG-1 Novel Series
In 2004, UK-based Fandemonium Press began publishing a new series of licensed tie-in novels based on Stargate SG-1, expanding the literary universe of the series, but these books were not available in the US initially due to licensing conflicts.
2004: Release of Stargate Atlantis
In 2004, the television show Stargate Atlantis joined the Stargate franchise.
August 21, 2006: Sci Fi Channel Cancels Stargate SG-1
On August 21, 2006, the Sci Fi Channel announced that it would not be renewing Stargate SG-1 for an eleventh season due to poor Nielsen ratings, causing outrage among fans. Production spokesmen considered options for continuing the series, including digital broadcasting. Executive producer Robert C. Cooper was working to continue SG-1, but SciFi attempted to block other networks from picking up the show.
2006: DVD Sales Reach 30 Million Worldwide
By 2006, approximately thirty million Stargate DVDs had been sold worldwide, demonstrating the franchise's global popularity and commercial success.
2006: Devlin Shows Renewed Interest in Stargate Sequels
In 2006, Dean Devlin showed renewed interest in developing sequels to the Stargate film. In the intervening time, MGM succeeded the film with the television series Stargate SG-1 without the input of Emmerich and Devlin.
2006: Fandemonium Books Become Available in the US
In 2006, Fandemonium Press's licensed tie-in novels based on Stargate SG-1 became available in the US, resolving previous licensing conflicts that had restricted their distribution.
March 2007: Initial Shooting of Stargate: Continuum
Some scenes for the direct-to-DVD movie Stargate: Continuum were already shot at the end of March 2007.
August 13, 2007: Region 2 Season Box Set Release of Stargate Infinity
On August 13, 2007, MGM Home Entertainment released a five-disc season box set of Stargate Infinity in Region 2.
2007: End of Stargate SG-1 and Production of Direct-to-DVD Movies
In 2007, Stargate SG-1 was taken off air; however, two direct-to-DVD movies entitled The Ark of Truth and Stargate Continuum were made to tie up loose ends.
2007: Stargate Universe Pitched to Sci Fi Channel
In the fall of 2007, Stargate Universe was pitched to the Sci Fi Channel just before the writer's strike.
February 2008: Big Finish Productions to Release Stargate Audiobooks
In February 2008, Big Finish Productions announced the release of officially licensed audiobooks featuring cast members reading new Stargate stories, expanding the franchise into the audio format. The first two stories are Gift of the Gods read by Michael Shanks and A Necessary Evil read by Torri Higginson.
March 11, 2008: DVD Release of Stargate: The Ark of Truth
On March 11, 2008, Stargate: The Ark of Truth was released as a Region 1 DVD.
March 24, 2008: Broadcast of Stargate: The Ark of Truth on Sky One
On March 24, 2008, Sky One broadcast the film Stargate: The Ark of Truth.
April 9, 2008: Region 4 DVD Release of Stargate: The Ark of Truth
On April 9, 2008, the Region 4 DVD release of Stargate: The Ark of Truth occurred.
April 28, 2008: Region 2 DVD Release of Stargate: The Ark of Truth
On April 28, 2008, the Region 2 DVD release of Stargate: The Ark of Truth occurred.
May 13, 2008: DVD Release of Entire Stargate Infinity Series by Shout! Factory
On May 13, 2008, Shout! Factory released the entire Stargate Infinity series to DVD in Region 1.
July 29, 2008: Release of Stargate: Continuum on DVD and Blu-ray Disc
On July 29, 2008, the movie Stargate: Continuum was released on DVD and Blu-ray Disc.
August 6, 2008: Region 4 DVD Release of Stargate: Continuum
On August 6, 2008, the Region 4 DVD was released for Stargate: Continuum.
August 18, 2008: Region 2 DVD Release of Stargate: Continuum
On August 18, 2008, the Region 2 DVD was released for Stargate: Continuum.
2008: Stargate Franchise Wins Constellation Award in 2008
In 2008, the Stargate franchise won a Constellation Award in the category of Outstanding Canadian Contribution to Science Fiction Film or Television.
2008: SciFi does not renew Atlantis
In late summer 2008, it was announced that SciFi would not renew Atlantis.
January 9, 2009: Final Episode of Atlantis Aired
On January 9, 2009, the final episode of Atlantis aired.
July 21, 2009: Release of Stargate: Children of the Gods DVD
On July 21, 2009, Stargate: Children of the Gods was released on DVD by MGM Home Entertainment.
October 2, 2009: Premiere of Stargate Universe
On October 2, 2009, Stargate Universe premiered on the Sci Fi Channel.
2009: No Region 4 Release of Stargate Infinity
As of 2009, there was no release of a Stargate Infinity package in Region 4, covering Oceania and Latin America.
2009: Stargate Franchise Wins Constellation Award
In 2009, the Stargate franchise won a Constellation Award for Outstanding Canadian Contribution to Science Fiction Film or Television, recognizing its impact on the science fiction genre.
2009: Release of Stargate Universe
In 2009, the television show Stargate Universe joined the Stargate franchise.
December 16, 2010: Cancellation of Stargate Universe
On December 16, 2010, Syfy announced that they would not pick Stargate Universe up for a third season.
2010: Stargate Injects $1 Billion into British Columbia Economy
In 2010, it was estimated that the Stargate franchise had injected $1 billion into the economy of British Columbia, highlighting its significant economic impact on the region.
May 9, 2011: Final Episode of Stargate Universe
On May 9, 2011, the final episode of Stargate Universe aired.
2011: End of Stargate Universe
In 2011, Stargate Universe, the last Stargate program on television, ended its run, and Brad Wright announced there were no plans to continue the story.
2016: American Mythology Acquires Rights to Stargate Atlantis Comics
In 2016, comic publisher American Mythology acquired the rights to publish new Stargate Atlantis stories set within the established franchise canon.
July 2017: Announcement of Stargate Origins
In July 2017, the web series Stargate Origins was announced at a San Diego Comic-Con panel.
August 2017: Shooting Begins for Stargate Origins
In August 2017, shooting began for the web series Stargate Origins.
2017: Expansion of Comic Rights to Stargate Universe
In 2017, American Mythology expanded its rights to include new Stargate Universe comics, resolving the cliffhanger that ended the show.
February 15, 2018: Premiere of Stargate Origins Online
On February 15, 2018, the series Stargate Origins premiered online at the Stargate Command website.
2018: Release of Stargate Origins
In 2018, the prequel web series Stargate Origins joined the Stargate franchise.
January 2020: Franchise Story Arc
As of January 2020, the predominant Stargate story arc ran for over 15 years, including 18 seasons of programming and 22 comic book issues.
November 2025: Announcement of New Amazon MGM Stargate Series
In November 2025, Amazon MGM Studios announced a new, currently untitled Stargate series to be led by Martin Gero.
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