All 5 Battlestar Galactica movies ranked from worst to best

3. Battlestar Galactica (1978)

You know, there’s a certain charm about the original 1978 version of Battlestar Galactica that captures the general optimism of space exploration during its era. Let’s not forget, this was a time when Star Wars had just blown our minds and sci-fi was the trend in pop culture. This movie acted as a masterful prototype for the TV series that followed, introducing audiences to a world filled with dangerous Cylons and their battles in space. Sure, by today’s standards, its production values might seem a little behind and the movie admittedly does have its fair share of cheesy moments, but back then, it was new and exciting stuff.

Now let’s be real – it did not age like a fine bottle of Cabernet or Malbec. But to dismiss Battlestar Galactica based on that alone would be a huge disservice to its role as a legendary piece of sci-fi cinema. As the foundation to a very successful franchise, it has this undeniable legacy that acted as a blueprint for many a sci-fi series that followed.

In comparison to its successors, yes, it may seem more dated, less polished, but it’s still a science fiction gem that reminds us of a simpler and exciting time. And let’s face it, we all have a soft spot for nostalgia, don’t we? I know I sure as hell do.