Stargate SG-1 season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Colonel Jack O'Neill, retired, is called back into action to lead a team through the Stargate after an alien incursion on Earth. They travel to Abydos, reuniting with Dr. Daniel Jackson and discovering a map of a galaxy-wide Stargate network. Abydos is attacked by aliens led by Apophis, who abduct

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Scene 1: Poker Game in a Secret Facility - A group of military personnel play poker in a secretive underground facility. - They discuss the abandonment of the facility and a mysterious object under a tarp. - A disturbance occurs, and a creature emerges from the object, causing panic. ### Scene 2: Arrival of Colonel Jack O'Neill - Colonel Jack O'Neill, retired, is brought to the facility by Major Samuels. - He meets General Hammond, who discusses the situation involving the Stargate and an alien threat. ### Scene 3: Examination of Alien Bodies - O'Neill and others examine alien bodies, realizing they are not human and possess advanced technology. - They discuss the Stargate's connection to other worlds and the possibility of Ra's survival. ### Scene 4: Planning a Mission - General Hammond orders a mission through the Stargate, with O'Neill leading the team. - Captain Samantha Carter joins the team, showcasing her expertise in Stargate technology. ### Scene 5: Return to Abydos - The team travels to Abydos, encountering Daniel Jackson and learning about the situation there. - They discover a map of a vast network of Stargates across the galaxy. ### Scene 6: Alien Attack on Abydos - Aliens attack Abydos, abducting Sha're (Daniel's wife) and Skaara. - O'Neill and his team decide to pursue the aliens through the Stargate. ### Scene 7: Pursuit and Discovery - The team tracks the aliens to another world, encountering a primitive society. - They are captured and brought before Apophis, who selects Sha're as a host for his queen. ### Scene 8: Return to Earth and Debriefing - The team, along with Teal'c (a Jaffa who helped them escape), return to Earth. - General Hammond debriefs them, and O'Neill recommends incorporating Teal'c into their team. ### Scene 9: Conclusion - The episode concludes with the team preparing for further missions through the Stargate, determined to find Sha're and Skaara.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Colonel Jack O'Neill?

Colonel Jack O'Neill is a retired military officer brought back to lead a mission through the Stargate.

What is the Stargate?

The Stargate is a device that creates wormholes, allowing travel to other worlds.

Who is Major Samuels?

Major Samuels is General Hammond's Executive Officer at the Stargate facility.

Who is General Hammond?

General Hammond is the commanding officer overseeing the Stargate project.

Who is Captain Samantha Carter?

Captain Samantha Carter is an Air Force officer and expert on Stargate technology, assigned to O'Neill's team.

What is the mission of O'Neill's team?

The mission is to travel through the Stargate, investigate alien threats, and seek out allies.

What happens at Abydos?

At Abydos, the team finds Daniel Jackson and learns of a map revealing a network of Stargates across the galaxy.

Who is Daniel Jackson?

Daniel Jackson is a scientist living on Abydos, whose wife Sha're is abducted by aliens.

Who abducts Sha're and Skaara?

Sha're and Skaara are abducted by aliens led by Apophis.

Who is Apophis?

Apophis is an alien posing as a god, ruling over a primitive society and seeking hosts for his race.

What is a Jaffa?

A Jaffa is a genetically engineered being used to incubate the young of Apophis' race.

Who is Teal'c?

Teal'c is a Jaffa who betrays Apophis to help O'Neill's team escape.

What decision does O'Neill make about Teal'c?

O'Neill recommends incorporating Teal'c into their team for his knowledge and strength.

What is the goal of the Stargate missions?

The goal is to explore new worlds, find allies, and combat threats like Apophis.

What is the status of Sha're and Skaara at the end of the episode?

Sha're and Skaara remain in the hands of Apophis, with the team determined to find and rescue them.

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