
About this episode
Step through the gate with us as we revisit Stargate Origins, the ambitious web mini-series that expanded the mythology of one of science fiction’s most enduring franchises.
In this episode, we sit down with director Mercedes Bryce Morgan to explore the making of the 10-part digital series, later cut into the feature-length film Stargate Origins: Catherine. Morgan shares her vision for telling the untold story of Catherine Langford, the young woman whose life was forever changed when she and her father, Paul Langford (played by Star Trek’s Connor Trineer), first uncovered the Stargate in 1939.
✨ What you’ll hear in this conversation:
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How Mercedes Bryce Morgan approached directing a new chapter in the Stargate saga
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The challenges and opportunities of crafting a web-first mini-series for a passionate fanbase
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Insights into Catherine Langford’s journey and why her perspective matters in the larger Stargate mythology
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Behind-the-scenes stories from production and working with a cast that bridges sci-fi legacies
📺 Where to watch: Stargate Origins: Catherine is available now on Freevee, Amazon Prime Video, and Fubo TV.
📺 Bonus Video Available On Plus
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