16. Galactica 1980
Sometimes, we forget that we should be careful about what we wish for, as is the case for when fans of Battlestar Galactica rallied together to get ABC to revive the show. The campaign to get the attention of the studio was impressive, and the resulting program, Galactica 1980, answered the call, but offered something completely remote from the original.
Galactica 1980
While it is easy to see it as a revival, the format was different and budgetary cuts were obvious. Set half a decade after the series finale for Battlestar Galactica, the new show didn’t draw in many of the original cast and some were even left off’ the casting sheet, due to cut back on production expenses. Cutting corners led to a shameful show, which bit the dust after only two handfuls of episodes.
17. Flying High
Ladies and gentlemen, please return to your seats and ensure your seatbelt is fastened, and the tray table is stowed for take-off. We’re taking off with the crew from Flying High today. The show, which followed three stewardesses working for Sun West Airlines in LA, was developed as a quirky concept. The studio definitely made a bad decision hiring actors with no experience, bringing it to a crash landing fast.
Flying High
Flying High was a rating flop, with critics and viewers deciding far from uplifting. The show also faced backlash when it was seen as exploitative, with People Magazine calling it old fashioned and stereotypical. The cancellation wasn’t far off, and the show was shelved after just one season. Thank you for flying with us!
