I saw the movie when it came out all those years ago and I liked it except for all the patriotic crap in it. Then the series came out but it took me a long time to start watching it regularly. Finally I got hooked but I only watched it till about Season 8. Seems like when Jack left, the amazing chemistry wasn't there anymore. Plus, I cannot stand Vala.
I love SGA. I'm glad I toughed it out past Season 1 (which was okay but not great) because Season 2 and 3 were fantastic. The jury is still out on Season 4...
