The gateway is officially reopening: Amazon has given the green light to a brand-new “Stargate” television series for Prime Video, Variety confirms. The highly anticipated project signals the franchise’s return to the small screen under the leadership of a familiar face.
The new series hails from Martin Gero, who began his career two decades ago working within the original “Stargate” television universe. While exact plot details for the upcoming series remain tightly under wraps, the show will be produced by Amazon Studios and MGM.
Gero will serve as the writer, executive producer, and showrunner for the new Stargate project. His deep connection to the franchise ensures a firm foundation rooted in its history.
“Twenty years ago, my first real job in television was as a Story Editor on Stargate: Atlantis,” Gero said in a statement. “I spent five years at the franchise working across all three series. Stargate taught me everything about making television—it’s written into my DNA. I’m beyond thrilled that Amazon MGM Studios has entrusted me with guiding this incredible franchise into its next phase.”
Gero also directed a message directly to the franchise’s loyal base: “For those who’ve kept the gate active through conventions, rewatches, and unwavering faith—this one’s for you. And for those that are new to our world—I promise you’re in for something extraordinary.”
The new series brings together veterans from across the Stargate history. The Original Film’s Creators: Dean Devlin and Roland Emmerich (who co-wrote and directed the 1994 original film. They will serve as executive producers. Joby Harold and Tory Tunnell produce for Safehouse Pictures. Brad Wright and Joe Mallozzi, creative leaders on the previous “Stargate” television series, will return as consulting producers.
The universe was first launched with the 1994 film starring James Spader and Kurt Russell. This film spawned the television hit “Stargate SG-1“, which ran for 10 successful seasons. The universe expanded further with the five-season spinoff “Stargate Atlantis,” two movies, and three other series. The most recent series was “Stargate Origins” in 2018.
