'Battlestar Galactica' Reboot Dead At Peacock, Will Be Shopped

TL;DR


• The highly anticipated "Battlestar Galactica" reboot series for Peacock has been officially canceled. The project, which was first announced in 2019, was set to be a reimagining of the classic sci-fi franchise. However, Peacock has decided not to move forward with the reboot, citing creative differences and the departure of the original showrunner.

• The reboot was being developed by Sam Esmail, the creator of the critically acclaimed series "Mr. Robot." Esmail was set to serve as an executive producer and was working alongside writer Michael Lesslie to bring a fresh take on the "Battlestar Galactica" universe. The decision to cancel the reboot comes as a disappointment to fans who were eagerly anticipating a new version of the beloved franchise.

• The original "Battlestar Galactica" series, which aired from 2004 to 2009, was a critically acclaimed and popular show that garnered a devoted fan base. The reboot was intended to build upon the legacy of the original series and introduce the story to a new generation of viewers. However, with the cancellation, it remains to be seen if the franchise will receive another chance at a reboot in the future.

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