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Stargate SG-1 (1997)

English · Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Action & Adventure · 42 min
★ 8.3 Solid 1,904 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released 27 Jul 1997
Page updated 23 Sept 2026

Stargate SG-1 is streaming in New Zealand on Netflix, MGM Plus 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 New Zealand you can stream it on Netflix, MGM Plus 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
GenreSci-Fi & Fantasy / Action & Adventure
LanguageEnglish
Best screenStream at home

Director

Brad Wright

Cast

Ben Browder
Ben Browder
Cameron Mitchell
Amanda Tapping
Amanda Tapping
Samantha Carter
Christopher Judge
Christopher Judge
Teal'c
Michael Shanks
Michael Shanks
Daniel Jackson
Claudia Black
Claudia Black
Vala Mal Doran
Beau Bridges
Beau Bridges
Hank Landry

Where to watch in New Zealand

NetflixMGM Plus Amazon Channel

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Rent or buy
Amazon Video

Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.

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Frequently asked

Is Stargate SG-1 worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.3/10 on audience ratings. 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.
Where can I watch Stargate SG-1?
You can stream Stargate SG-1 in New Zealand on Netflix, MGM Plus Amazon Channel.
What language is Stargate SG-1 in?
Stargate SG-1 is an English series (Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Action & Adventure).
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