The cast of STARGATE SG-1 (2005).
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Diamond Select Dials Up STARGATE SG-1 and STARGATE: ATLANTIS License
By: News EditorDate: Saturday, October 15, 2005
Source: Diamond Select Toys
Diamond Select Toys and Collectibles, LLC and MGM have announced a new license agreement for action figures based on the popular and long-lived Sci-Fi Channel series, Stargate SG-1 and its popular spin-off, Stargate: Atlantis.
"The Stargate universe is a perfect match for DST," said Chuck Terceira, Director of Diamond Select Toys. "We know the fans will love our attention to detail and commitment to delivering their favorite characters right from the show. Stargate has been incredibly successful and we knew it was time to take advantage of both shows' continuing popularity."
Stargate SG-1 is currently airing its ninth season on the Sci-Fi Channel as part of their Sci-Fi Friday lineup while Stargate: Atlantis has entered its second season. Both series have received critical acclaim for their writing, acting, special effects and more. With no signs of slowing down and exceeding 2 million viewers per episode, there does not appear to be an end in sight for the Stargate world.
"We are delighted to partner with Diamond Select Toys to bring a range of Stargate action figures to market. Their quality and attention to detail are renowned and make them the perfect partner for our premium sci-fi franchise" said Travis Rutherford, EVP of MGM Consumer Products &Location Based Entertainment.
The master sculptors of Jean St. Jean Studios and Plan B will provide highly detailed sculpts for the Stargate lines based on the series' stars, including Richard Dean Anderson, Amanda Tapping, Michael Shanks and Christopher Judge. Specific product announcements, as well as timetables for their release dates, will be featured in future Diamond Select Toys communications.
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after 9 seasons its about time they get some toys... funny I didnt see any Stargate toys whle down at the SDCC05 show this past summer (got a killer pic of the Ghost Rider bike though!)