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The beloved mid-’90s sci-fi series, Babylon 5, is making a highly anticipated comeback. This time, it’s returning as an animated movie titled Babylon 5: The Road Home. Fans of the original show, known for its compelling five-year story and evolving characters, are eagerly awaiting this new instalment. The news of the animated film took the …
There’s no doubt that science fiction is one of the most popular films, TV, and books genres. Everyone has their favourite sci-fi TV show, movie or book. An offshoot of that is stories about space. TV shows about space exploration are among my favourite must-watch TV. But what makes a good sci-fi space story? Some …
The CW is developing a “from-the-ground-up reboot” of the Emmy award-winning 1990s series Babylon 5. The reboot is written by original series creator J Michael Straczynski and revolves around John Sheridan (played by Bruce Boxleitner in the original series), an Earthforce officer with a mysterious background, who is assigned to Babylon 5, a five-mile-long space …
As a long-time Star Trek fan, I have to admit that Star Trek: Discovery took some getting used to. Everything was so different from the costumes, set design, bridge layout and cinematography. I wondered for some time whether or not the series was set in the Kelvin timeline. The series has a big budget feel …
Michael O’Hare (6 May 1952 – 28 September 2012) was an American actor known for his work in theatre and television. His most famous role was Commander Jeffrey Sinclair in the science fiction series Babylon 5. O’Hare’s career spanned several decades, during which he earned recognition and awards for his performances in various stage productions and …
Xena: Warrior Princess and Hercules: The Legendary Journeys use to have the same actors playing different characters all the time. I used to love spotting them and dedicated a gallery to them called The Hall of Recycled Actors. I don’t know of any other shows that have deliberately done this except for the Star Trek …
Season 3: Episode 19: Garibaldi investigates an area of Babylon 5 where a maintenance worker disappeared and finds a whole floor that was forgotten after construction, including its rather strange inhabitants. Meanwhile Delenn is about to take on the role of Ranger One, but Neroon swears to stop her. The Grey 17 main story wasn’t …
From his inspiring performances to his unwavering determination, Richard Biggs was an actor whose talents and strength were beyond compare. Best known for his portrayal of Dr Stephen Franklin on the popular science fiction television series Babylon 5, Biggs left an indelible mark in the hearts of his fans and fellow actors alike. Today, we …
Babylon 5 is a groundbreaking American space opera television series that has captivated fans and critics since its debut in 1993. Created by writer and producer J. Michael Straczynski, the show is renowned for its intricate storytelling, unique visual effects, and exploration of various social, political, and religious themes. The series’ unprecedented narrative structure, with a …
