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-caliber, 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 teeth so bad they'd make the British blush, 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 specializes 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). As was the case with the Season One set, bonus materials are generous, including audio commentary (by actors, directors, and others) on every episode, various featurettes, photos, and more. Now if only there were a few Wraith interviews... --Sam Graham

Hear How Beckett's Character Developed in this Exclusive Clip
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After several screen-tests, the creators of the show did too, listen to them
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The deadelus and its captian are a welcomed addition to the series, giving in it a great sense of power in the pegasus galaxy. Through the season we watched conflicts within the crew, friends and enemies to be let down at the end. Thank you for that. Like other reviewers I will agree that the cast is much better in season two. The art on the cases and DVD is OK, nothing fancy but it does not look like a bad print like in the Beauty and the Beast series. DVD Set:.

I was missing my dose of Sci Fi. All the episodes are great and built momentum, but the final three episodes including the finale are lacking the excitement of season one. The menu is much better than in season one. 2. I did not like the character played by Rainbow Sun and I still not care for Ronan.

Sit down and enjoy the show. I still miss Babylon 5 and the Trek series (not enterprise). 3. THERE ARE SCENE SELECTIONS ON THIS SET.

6. Slim type case gives extra room, not like the Buffy, Babylon 5, Lois & Clark to name a few that take a lot of space. 4. you can watch it with or without giving you double the pleasure. The discs are great and easy to take them out. It is still an excellent show, highly recommended to add to any sci fi library. Season 2.

All episodes come with a commmentary, excellent. THE SERIES. 5. I hated that season 1 did not have them. If you do not have any of the four seasons, buy them in the pack (I did), and at the time was cheaper than individually.

1. All the other characters are great. The final episode ends with a cliffhanger, that does not (at least to this reviewer) make you sit on the edge of your seat waiting for season three to star. SGA is a welcome addition to my library. I saw the movie Stargate but never watched SG-1.

It is easy to read and navigate.

Great Series to follow the SG-1 Franchise. This season introduces some new characters, which in turn amps up the action.

The DVD has many features that I did not even know were there and which added to my enjoyment of it. Kim Gibbons I purchased this DVD from Amazon.com and am thrilled with the quality of the product, and with the service from Amazon. Thankyou, to the people and the intelligent programme at Amazon, which makes it an 'Amazin' way to shop.

The second season builds on the success of the first one. Definite buy if you are a fan of the series.

The condition of the product when I received it was excellent. This show is fantastic.