Stargate SG-1 (1997)
Stargate SG-1 is streaming in Japan on MGM Amazon Channel.
The verdict
Stargate SG-1 stood out as one of the better-rated English series of its release window. It holds an 8.3/10 on TMDB from 1,904 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. Episodes run about 42 minutes. In Japan you can stream it on MGM Amazon Channel.
Is it worth starting?
This is 10 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy, leaning action & adventure. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- It rates 8.3/10 on 1,904 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
The story of Stargate SG-1 begins about a year after the events of the feature film, when the United States government learns that an ancient alien device called the Stargate can access a network of such devices on a multitude of planets. SG-1 is an elite Air Force special operations team, one of more than two dozen teams from Earth who explore the galaxy and defend against alien threats such as the Goa'uld, Replicators, and the Ori.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~42 min per episode |
| Genre | Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Action & Adventure |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Brad Wright
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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