Stargate SG-1 is an iconic science fiction show that ran for 11 seasons from 1997 to 2007. It follows the story of an elite Air Force special operations team that explore the galaxy and defends against alien threats. The show has been praised for its creative storylines and characters, but not all episodes have been created equal. We have ranked the worst episodes of Stargate SG-1, so that you can easily find which ones to avoid.
We have taken into consideration a variety of factors, such as the overall quality of the episode, ratings, and popular opinion. We have also given each episode a score out of 10, to help you make an informed decision.
So, if you are looking to get the most out of your Stargate SG-1 experience, make sure you check out our list of the worst episodes of the show.
Written by Sophie and last updated on Apr 02, 2024.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!
Major Carter joins an alien pilot for a space race, where the winner is awarded a lucrative contract with the planet's most powerful corporation. But the rest of the team discovers that there is more at stake than the finish line.
The episode was rated 7,73 from 496 votes.
Earth's secret offworld base is attacked by Anubis' forces, and Major Carter finds herself being hunted by the enemy. General Hammond and Jacob Carter make an unnerving discovery about the Earth-Tok'ra alliance.
The episode was rated 7,77 from 509 votes.
After an injury, Teal'c must put aside his self-doubt when SG-1 launches a mission to rescue his son and his mentor from a Jaffa death camp.
The episode was rated 7,78 from 457 votes.
When SG-1 finds a crashed alien space ship, Daniel's mind is taken over by its disembodied passengers.
The episode was rated 7,79 from 473 votes.
When Earth's attempts to exploit a newly-discovered naquadah mine are thwarted by a tribe of indigenous Unas, SG-1 must turn to an old friend for help.
The episode was rated 7,81 from 463 votes.
The team gates to a climate-controlled environment amidst a toxic wasteland, whose people are all linked to a central computer.
The episode was rated 7,81 from 481 votes.
When the Kelownans discover that a massive underground vein of naquadah is being converted into naquadria, Jonas Quinn seeks help from Earth in avoiding the total destruction of his planet.
The episode was rated 7,82 from 510 votes.
A teenage boy shows up at the S.G.C. claiming to be Jack O'Neill, sending the team on a mission to uncover his true identity.
The episode was rated 7,87 from 541 votes.
The team investigates an unstoppable new enemy soldier engineered by Anubis. Dr. Jackson leads a team in search of an alien device in Central America, but gets more than he bargained for.
The episode was rated 7,95 from 541 votes.
While searching for the Lost City of the Ancients on a distant planet, SG-1 is stunned to find Daniel Jackson alive and in human form but stripped of his memory. O'Neill convinces Daniel to return with them to the SGC, where he is reinstated for a daring mission to destroy Anubis' powerful new super-weapon!
The episode was rated 7,97 from 575 votes.
The team returns to Jonas' homeworld when they learn that the Goa'uld are after its naquadria. When Jonas is captured by Anubis, Daniel is his only hope.
The episode was rated 8,01 from 553 votes.
O'Neill seeks help from a former comrade to rescue Daniel and Dr. Lee, who have been kidnapped in Central America. Carter, Teal'c and Jacob infiltrate Anubis' super-soldier facility.
The episode was rated 8,04 from 517 votes.
Stargate SG-1's Heroes (2) is an episode that will never fail to stir emotions within its viewers. Part One brings the laughs that viewers have come to expect, while Part Two is the shining example of how powerful television can be in its ability to draw in its viewers and create a deep emotional connection.
The episode also showcases the way secondary characters are treated in the show. They keep coming back and viewers get to know them and form emotional connections with them. This is particularly true with the character of Janet, who viewers come to love, and who is ultimately gut-punched in the end. It's no surprise that viewers keep going back to this episode and yet cannot help but shed a few tears each time.
The episode was rated 8,17 from 482 votes.
In this episode of Stargate SG-1, Colonel O'Neill must go to great lengths to prevent the Goa'uld from obtaining access to the Ancients' knowledge, when the team discovers a second repository. To complicate matters, the President replaces General Hammond with a civilian diplomat.
The episode begins with the introduction of Kinsley, a political figure who is despised by the fans. While the episode is generally well-written, many viewers find Kinsley's presence to be a distraction from the story. Fortunately, viewers are introduced to the character of Weir, who is a refreshing change from the more beloved Hammond, even if she is used as a plot device.
The episode was rated 8,57 from 625 votes.
The episode "Lost City (2)" from the show Stargate SG-1 is a thrilling installment, where Anubis begins a systematic assault on Earth, and SG-1 must find the Ancients' mythical Lost City to save the planet. Fans of the show have praised this episode as an amazing one, noting its payoff of several seasons of buildup, and being worth the wait.
The episode also features the much-anticipated smacking down of Kinsley, a character who had been ruining the show. This scene still gives viewers goosebumps and is remembered fondly. The Lost City (2) episode of Stargate SG-1 is an iconic installment, that resonates with viewers to this day.
The episode was rated 8,75 from 296 votes.
