A gradual shift in overall style, character homecomings and departures, and evolving on and off-screen roles for the major players are among the attractions of the complete seventh season of Stargate SG-1. Spread out over five discs, these 21 episodes are ample indication that changes notwithstanding--and admittedly, not all of them are for the better--the series remains arguably the best-made, most compelling sci-fi program on television. Perhaps most noticeable is the reduced role of star Richard Dean Anderson, who opted to limit his number of trips to Vancouver,... where Stargate SG-1 is filmed. But that's not a bad thing. The show's ability to poke fun at itself has always been a strong suit, and while Anderson still brings a welcome sense of humor to his portrayal of wiseacre and loose cannon Col. Jack O'Neill, his act is getting a little smug by now. What's more, the other principal cast members have taken up the slack, both behind and in front of the camera: Michael Shanks (Daniel Jackson, who rejoins the cast in episode 1) wrote one episode and co-wrote another; Christopher Judge (Teal'c) wrote one as well; Amanda Tapping (Lt. Col. Samatha Carter) directed episode 19, "Resurrection"; and even Corin Nemec (Jonas Quinn, who appears in just a few episodes) contributed one story. The seventh season also finds the series somewhat more earthbound than in the past; indeed, there are episodes in which the Stargate (the "wormhole" our heroes use to travel to different worlds) doesn't appear at all. On balance, the stories are more personal, and more political--especially the final two, with the newly elected U.S. President (William Devane) struggling to decide the fate of the Stargate program (and, of course, the fate of the entire known universe as well!). And then there's the ultimate villain, Anubis, who makes perennial nemeses the Goa'uld (of which Anubis is one... sort of) look tame. He's a combination of Star Wars' Darth Vader and evil Emperor, but hey, at least these guys borrow from the best. Stargate SG-1's production values remain first-rate. The bonus DVD features are also much better than they once were, with audio commentary (mainly by directors and writers) for every episode, as well as director profiles and "Beyond the Gate" featurettes focusing on individual characters. --Sam Graham [show more]
Being the seventh season this DVD is mainly for fans of the series, however if you are unfamiliar with the story there are still several individual episodes that a first time viewer can enjoy especially if you are a Sci-fi fan.
This season see's the return of Daniel Jackson who was missing for season 6 (apart from several guest appearances). With his return the balance of the team is re-alligned and having the 4 original cast members back does seem to work better.
In total there are four 2-part episodes including the finale which was originally intended to be a feature film.
The boxset includes a lot of extras, with audio commentary for every episode by the director of the episode and other members of the cast and crew including Michael Shanks (Daniel Jackson) and Amanda Tapping (Sam Carter). There is also other behind the scenes footage including the "director series".
Overall this is a must have for a stargate fan, and other general Sci-fi fans should perhaps purchase the earlier seasons to catch up before purchasing season 7.
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Join Colonel Jack O'Neill (Richard Dean Anderson) and the SG-1 Team in the complete seventh series of the US sci fi programme. Continuing it's blend of sharp wit and cool adventure, 'Stargate' delivers all the action adventure you desire as the crew battle against old foes and face new dangers in amazing but ever more hostile worlds. Episodes are: 'Fallen (1)', 'Homecoming (2)', 'Fragile Balance', 'Orpheus', 'Revisions', 'Lifeboat', 'Enemy Mine', 'Space Race', 'Birthright', 'Evolution (1)', 'Evolution (2)', 'Grace', 'Fallout', 'Chimera', 'Death Knell', 'Heroes(1)', 'Heroes (2)', 'Resurrection', 'Inauguration', 'Lost City (1)' and 'Lost City (2)'.
Stargate SG-1 Season 7 DVD DVD (2005) Richard Dean Anderson; Amanda Tapping
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