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If Stargate Atlantis isn't the coolest sci-fi series on television, this five-disc, 20-episode box set from the second season (2005-06) offers ample evidence that it's right up there. The writing is good; the stories are intriguing, and the science part of the equation is credible enough to justify our suspension of disbelief. The characters are for the most part well-defined, and the acting, while perhaps not Emmy-calibre, is just fine. The action is exciting, the effects work impressive, the costumes and sets first-rate. But what Atlantis really has going for it is the presence of some of the baddest bad guys in the cosmos: the Wraith. With their flowing white locks, cat-like eyes, pale, almost translucent skin, and shockingly bad teeth, the Wraith rock. They also have a constant need to feed--on humans, of course--and are a serious threat not only to Atlantis but to the entire known universe, including good ol' Earth. And although there are occasional diversions, the producers and writers have wisely kept the focus on these implacable antagonists; in fact, the newest member of the team, one Ronon Dex (played by the dreadlocked and hunky Jason Momoa), is a "runner" who escaped the Wraith's clutches, was a fugitive for years before being found by our heroes, and specialises in dispatching the villains with cold precision. In the course of the season, via single episodes and several multi-parters, the Stargate team, commanded by Dr. Elizabeth Weir (Torri Higginson in the show's least interesting role) and led by insouciant Major John Sheppard (Joe Flanigan), with genius-neurotic Dr. Rodney McKay (David Hewlett) handling the scientific intricacies and yet another doc, Carson Beckett (Paul McGillion, affecting a Scottish brogue), overseeing medical matters, deals with the enemy on many fronts. Lt. Ford (Rainbow Sun Francks) defects after assuming Wraith-like characteristics. The team experiments with a "retrovirus" designed to turn Wraiths into humans (the results are decidedly mixed). They encounter a human who raised a Wraith female from childhood and insists she's just like us (she's not). They're captured and imprisoned on a Wraith "hive" ship. And in the final episode, the humans and the Wraiths even form an alliance of supposedly mutual convenience (the episode is a cliffhanger that awaits resolution until Season Three, but anyone who thought this "partnership" was a good idea for our side clearly hasn't been paying attention).--Sam Graham
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Back for more action Atlantis doesnt waste anytime with the story continuing from where it left off with the Sierge (Part 3). The Wraith are attacking Atlantis and Sheppard is on a suicide mission to stop them...or is he? Following the attack Atlantis goes on missions once again where Ford, who we last saw being attacked by Wraith leaves Atlantis and becomes an addict...youll have to watch to find out what to! The season truly is better than the first one and continues with great action sequences throughout and excellent special effects which include the new battleship called the Daedalus. A new character joins in the form of Ronan Dex, who has been on the run from the Wraith ever since they destroyed his planet. Prime episodes include the Siege Part 3, The Intruder, Runner, Aurora, The Hive, The Tower finishing with Allies. 2 Special Guests this season include SG-1's Amanda Tapping as Sam Carter, and Enterprise's Conner Trineer (Trip) as Michael, a Wraith turned Human!
Your sure to love the second season of Atlantis, I give it 5*'s!
Your sure to love the second season of Atlantis, I give it 5*'s!
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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Last time we saw John Shappard, Elizabeth Weir, Teyla, Aiden Ford, and Rodney McKay, the lost city of the Ancients was under a severe attack from the Wraith armada, with very little hope in the promise of reinforcements being their only chance for survival. As an attempt to stave off the Hive ships, John goes for a suicide mission, armed with a nuke...but fortunately the cliffhanger is resolved in an action-packed 3rd parter, and sets up the basis for a whole new season that sets the groundwork for things to come.
The characters and the mythology behind the Pegasus galaxy are developed even further, especially in regards to the Wraith (Which makes things a little less black and white than it is in season 1). Some things even take a darker tone as the team committs actions which may be seen as foolish and immoral, and taking this fine line makes the situations far more dynamic and interesting.
The episodes range from great to outstanding to okay on most occassions, save 'The Tower' which is an ep you should watch only one, due to terrible writing the story falls flat in that one sadly, but is made up for incredibly quickly.
As for extras, the discs are chocked full of the damn stuff! No need to worry there. On the whole, buy, watch and enjoy another great sci-fi season.
The characters and the mythology behind the Pegasus galaxy are developed even further, especially in regards to the Wraith (Which makes things a little less black and white than it is in season 1). Some things even take a darker tone as the team committs actions which may be seen as foolish and immoral, and taking this fine line makes the situations far more dynamic and interesting.
The episodes range from great to outstanding to okay on most occassions, save 'The Tower' which is an ep you should watch only one, due to terrible writing the story falls flat in that one sadly, but is made up for incredibly quickly.
As for extras, the discs are chocked full of the damn stuff! No need to worry there. On the whole, buy, watch and enjoy another great sci-fi season.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is 1 great season from start to finish the season kicks off with the resulution to last seasons cliffhanger in the seige part 3 where sheppard is on his way to destroy the wraith hive ship but just in the nick of time we see the arrival of the battleship deudalus to save him under the command of colonel Steven Caldwell played by Mitch(X-files)Piligi also we see the arrival of a new character a few episodes into the season Ronnen Dex who is on the run from the wraith after they destroyed his homeworld as the season continues we start to see crossover episodes with SG1 with General Landry, Jack O'Neill and Samantha Carter this has to be the best season out of the 2 so far
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Very good season presented in a boxset loaded with excellent extras.
With the welcome addition of Jason Momoa as Ronon Dex in Episode 3 (Runner) SGA continues the successful tradition of top notch SF action with many humorous moments and probably... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Say No More 67
Raising expectations?
Atlantis surfaces smoothly, leading seamlessly from the events of the end of season one in it's second outing. Read more
Published 3 months ago by William Templar
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This is a great follow on from series one all the excitement I wanted this is a great spin off from Stargate SG-1 if you like that you will like this you won't be disappointed.
Published 6 months ago by Dan
STARGATE S2
THIS IS GREAT 100 times better then season 1 (not to say thet seson one was ok. it was bril) new face means new adventures and what adventure they are, only took 2 days to great it... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Kyle w
Like it
I personaly like this series better than the original Stargate. Of cours it has some faults, but it is absolutly worth buying :-)
Published 16 months ago by im
Excellane series for all genres
I throughly enjoyed watching the Stargate SG1 series having found enjoyed watching the original Stargate film with Kurt Russel, though I prefered Richard Dean Anderson in the part... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mrs Mopp
Stargate Atlantis 2
This goes well with my set of Stargate dvds and is up to the same great standard.
Well presented piece of entertainment and very enjoyable.
Well presented piece of entertainment and very enjoyable.
Published on 24 Aug 2009 by Mr. Tig Glassock
Stargate Atlantis Series 2
Stargate Atlantis - Series 2 - Complete
This series carries on from the first series, exploring the new worlds and races. Great for sci-fi lovers and SGC fans. Read more
This series carries on from the first series, exploring the new worlds and races. Great for sci-fi lovers and SGC fans. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2009 by Simone Leppard
Fantastic DVD Season
I bought this and it only took me 2 days. Stargate Atlantis season 2 was absolute superb, the action was great and good story lines but i think this was well worth the money. Read more
Published on 30 July 2008 by Charlie
REALLY COOL!!!!!
Im not really an sg-1 fan i love rhe original movie but never got in to the tv series i did try but a)it didnt really appeal to me or b)i never gave it enough time to grow on me. Read more
Published on 24 Jun 2007 by VC
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