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Battlestars

1981 – 1983Show2 seasons2 episodes

67
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb5.5

A wholesome, hopeful series about games.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Not for tears, brutality or big ideas.

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Story

Battlestars is an American game show that aired for two separate runs on NBC during the early 1980s. The show's first run aired from October 26, 1981 to April 23, 1982. An updated version–titled The New Battlestars–ran for 13 weeks, from April 4 to July 1, 1983. Battlestars was produced by Merrill Heatter Productions, Heatter's first show produced without Bob Quigley. The host was Alex Trebek and the announcers were Rod Roddy and Charlie Tuna.

Feels like

  • Classic Game Show
  • 80s Television
  • Mind Games
  • Wholesome Entertainment
  • Casual Viewing
  • Nostalgic Comfort
  • Celebrity Guests
  • Competitive Fun
  • Simple Rules

Cast

2 of 2 · most episodes first

Crew

Produced by
Merrill Heatter

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

October 26, 1981 · April 4, 1983 · Ended

First aired
October 26, 1981
Last aired
April 4, 1983
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 2 episodes
Original language
English

Tropes

The Announcer, Bonus Round, Panel Game +7

  • The Announcer
  • Bonus Round
  • Panel Game
  • Progressive Jackpot
  • Obvious Rule Patch
  • Opening Narration
  • Unexpected Gameplay Change
  • Color-Coded Multiplayer
  • Recycled In Space
  • Golden Snitch

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Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Battlestars worth watching?"

Questions about Battlestars

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Battlestars worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67 (IMDb 5.5).

Is Battlestars okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Battlestars?

1 h

About 1 hour: 2 episodes in 2 seasons of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1981 to 1983.

Can I half-watch Battlestars?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Battlestars?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.