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How to watch Battlestar Galactica – everywhere you can stream and buy the sci-fi series
If you missed it when it was first on the telly, now is the time to get stuck into this sci-fi epic.
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- Lisa Wehrstedt
- , Louise Griffin
Published: Tuesday, 4 August 2026 at 3:49 pm
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Over an acclaimed four-season run, Battlestar Galactica built a devoted and passionate fanbase which still celebrates the series to this day, more than a decade after its final episode aired.
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There's good reason for that too, as its post-apocalyptic story is thrilling from start to finish, following the last surviving members of the human race as they flee from enemies of their own creation.
However, there are so many breakaway shows, extended episodes and web episodes it can be confusing as to what order you should opt for when watching Battlestar Galactica.
The first few seasons are quite straightforward: from the miniseries (season 0 on Amazon Prime) all the way to halfway through season two you have nothing to worry about, but then things get more complicated.
If you're looking to get into Battlestar Galactica, don't be afraid! We've got all the information right here to ensure you'll be throwing around Frak puns in no time.
Where to stream Battlestar Galactica
You can stream Battlestar Galactica on ITVX (for free, with ads) and Prime Video (with a subscription) in the UK.
Edward James Olmos, Jamie Bamber, Katee Sackhoff, Grace Park in Battlestar Galactica. NBCUniversal
How to buy/own Battlestar Galactica
Battlestar Galactica: The Complete Series is available to buy on DVD and Blu-Ray on various sites, including Amazon.
How many seasons of Battlestar Galactica are there?
Battlestar Galactica technically began with a two-part miniseries in 2003, but the show made its formal debut the following year and ran for four full seasons before wrapping up in 2009.
The franchise also includes two feature films, titled Razor and The Plan, which link directly into the ongoing story of the television series.
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How many episodes are there in a season of Battlestar Galactica?
There are between 13 and 21 episodes in each full season for a total of 74 episodes across the entire show, not including Razor which is sometimes counted as two separate episodes.
Battlestar Galactica is available to stream on ITVX and Prime Video.
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Authors
Lisa Wehrstedt
Louise GriffinSci-Fi and Fantasy Editor
Louise Griffin is the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Editor for Radio Times, covering everything from Doctor Who, Star Wars and Marvel to House of the Dragon and Good Omens. She previously worked at Metro as a Senior Entertainment Reporter and has a degree in English Literature.
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