The Universal Appeal of 'Battlestar Galactica' A revived, retooled Battlestar Galactica is a hit TV show on the Sci-Fi channel. But it's popular with an audience that goes beyond traditional borders of the science fiction audience.

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The Universal Appeal of 'Battlestar Galactica'

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The Universal Appeal of 'Battlestar Galactica'

October 21, 20068:00 AM ET

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Battlestar Galactica is a hit TV show on the Sci-Fi channel. But it's popular with an audience that goes beyond traditional borders of the science fiction audience. Elvis Mitchell and Andrea Seabrook discuss what makes the show so enjoyable.