237: Michael Shanks, "Daniel Jackson" in Stargate SG-1 (Interview)

[@minorityofthought1306]

I really appreciate Michael taking the time to speak about his time on Star Gate/SG-1. Daniel Jackson was my favorite character on the show and he completely nailed that role. I can't imagine anyone else playing Daniel Jackson. Well done sir and thank you.

[@Jerry_S.]

This interview is simply amazing... As if it was Daniel himself speaking. Much respect and love to both of you for making this happen for us fans. ❤

[@PapaGordon-Brandon]

Stargate is my favorite show of all time! The Original as the Series and movies after too.

[@svallin3]

I loved every episode Michael Shanks did and SG1 is my favorite show of all time because of your performances and the overall group dynamics and hopefulness and humor of the show. It's been a year since I went through the show last and it's time to start over again

[@Kit-Alpha]

Michael Shanks totally ROCKS!!!

[@MsRedsphere]

I've introduced to my children. They will inherit my dvds of the show and movies. The heart and soul of this franchise is the forever hope many of us have for our future. Thank you David and Michael.

[@AmyWarriorPrincess]

I loved Stargate from the very beginning. I'm only 2 years younger than Michael, so it was really awesome to watch people my own age on my favorite show.

[@RogersGirl88]

The best decision i ever made and the best years of my life were joining the air force in ‘06 right after high school. I chose security forces 100% because of watching this show as a kid. Never got to see the SGC, go off world, or fight aliens, but i did stand in my fair share of hallways at parade rest and walk back and forth in front of fences.

[@TracyAsteria]

What a fabulous way to end season 3! It has been an awesome Stargate weekend with Dial the Gate! It was so great to see Michael and have him share his memories with us :) Thank you, David!

[@DialtheGate]

Thank you @TracyAsteria for all your amazing and hard work as a mod. You are an amazing human being.

[@Liberty4Ever]

I know that no studio would green light a Stargate production that didn't have vibrant young actors (think of the hilarious youth oriented recasting scene in the SG-1 episode 200) but I'd watch SG-1 episodes with all of the original actors... forever. They don't need to run and gun. The dialog and character interactions were the best, and that's a credit to both the actors and the writers.

[@binaryfire]

We need a new series with Daniel as the older, wiser leader of an archaeological expedition in the SG universe. Still with the military element, but the focus should be on exploring some new mysterious frontier.

[@maryvought9244]

I am just starting to watch the series now after finally seeing the movie. Just a fantastic show. I know Michael is probably trying to get away from his James Spader impression of Daniel but I was blown away at how incredible his performance was. Just spot on! Thanks for all you do!❤

[@APersonWithHands]

Can you interview Joe Flanigan again? I just found this channel and already love it. I am a huge Stargate fan.

[@DialtheGate]

I have tried to get him back without success.

[@APersonWithHands]

@@DialtheGate That’s sad. Well, thank you for trying. 😊

[@dB_944]

I recently discovered that Pluto has dedicated Stargate and classic Doctor Who channels. Can’t get much better than that. 😊

[@heavychevy4616]

...man ...talk about someone that just seems like a way cool dude to hang out with... thank u fellas

[@emmabentley7945]

Thank you Dial the Gate, and thank you Michael For making my birthday ❤❤

[@earlatkins9559]

This is a great interview. Thank You Michael for your stories about working on one of the greatest TV series ever produced. Loved every minute of it. Please come back and do it again. Michael & Lexa, you rock.

[@ic1ph3r]

SG-1 what a legendary show that was

[@MarCuseus]

*is

[@schnee_the_bun]

Sadly I missed this but luckily we can still watch it! Michael Shanks is an amazing Actor and he and his character really added a lot to the atmosphere of the show!

[@paullawrence7926]

Wow. Great interview. Michael’s recall of the 10 years of his key role in SG1 is amazing. An amazing insight into his career spoken with humour and honesty. Please bring Micheal, Amanda, Chris, Brad Wright and other ‘originals’ into the new show!

[@ilurvemv]

Chris has already done an interview, it was done earlier this year.

[@B.Wayne1939]

Thank You Michael 🥰 For Everything You have Done for Entertaining Us ❤❤

[@gasquetmike8320]

Dang freaking cool! Still dream of meeting them all! Brought tears to my eyes! Thank you!

[@chriskukowski398]

This is great. I never got passed season 8 of SG1 back in the old DVD rental Netflix days. Trying again in Prime 😊

[@sueevansProoovviitt]

And once again my respect and admiration for Michael - as an actor and itherwise - goes through the ceiling. He was shooting Sg1 in the day and giving Hamlet performances in the evening ...!!! Wah!?!?!?❤️

[@ArabianLady]

For some reason, I couldn't access the comments during the live, so I didn't have a chance to ask anything. But this was a great interview. I credit your approach @DialtheGate to making him feel at ease and on the difficult stuff, not making him feel backed into a corner. He seems relaxed and open to the questions, and I enjoyed his willingness to laugh at situations but also be honest. He's had many years to process, grow, and as He said has learned a lot about the gift Stargate SG-1 really was. I enjoyed hearing about his other projects, family, and silly happenings. I hope He does return next season. I would love to hear about his time on Saving Hope and his interactions and experiences with that crew. Thanks for all the hard work this season! :)

[@carmitaccd]

I love Michael Shanks! He is an awesome actor! And his eyes and his voice 😍😍😍☺️☺️☺️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@svallin3]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!

[@wodclerc]

You know how you know you're watching a great program? When the last episode of a series of Dial The Gate leaves you with that same empty feeling as the last episode of a season of Stargate itself: we all know what I mean, like you just lost something you love and can only hope it returns for another season, that hole that is left behind... Thanks for all the effort David! Hope to see you soon next year! And maybe a bit early already, but enjoy the holiday season at the end of the year and recharge those batteries!

[@DialtheGate]

Thank you so much.

[@Chikkenz]

I was so happy being able to share Stargate SG 1 with a few coworkers, and having them fall in love with the series and asking me many questions (most of which were spoilers and I wasn't about to entertain that), and Michael was a HUGE part of my growing up. Much love

[@SenseiJae]

Wow, that was so intimate. I am jealous you had the chance to do that, and grateful you shared it with us.

[@conniesuemcginnis5802]

SO NICE TO SEE MICHAEL AGAIN. HE IS SUCH A TALENTED ACTOR. LOVED HIS PROTRAYAL OF DANIEL JACKSON. HE IS JUST AS HANDSOME AS EVER. ENJOYED ALL HE HAS DONE.

[@anthonyhiggins7409]

I grew up watching Stargate as it aired and I’m currently binging it after not having seen a single episode in about 12 years (on season 10). So the grey/white beard was a bit of a shock to the system but, yes, definitely, Shanks is just as handsome as ever. Completely agree.

[@Lindy98]

Thank you, Michael and thank you, David.

[@jesse33cdn]

It's DOCTOR, Daniel Jackson!.....🇨🇦♥️🇨🇦

[@Leftyotism]

I would so watch the next Stargate series! 😱

[@Nevarda02]

That was a great catch up. I enjoyed it immensely. Thank you for presenting that and to Michael for being such a great part of the Stargate world.

[@pegatheetoo1437]

I keep waiting for SG-1 to come back as reruns. I really loved the show & especially all the top 4! I miss it!

[@ericm0612]

Excellent interview

[@Lieutenant-Dan]

Incredible interview! Hearing Michael talk about the show was special because I grew up on SG1 and is one of my favourite shows of all time. So glad I found your channels! You do a great job sir.

[@fttt3013]

Damn, out of all of the main cast he looks the best after all this years. Amanda is still got it too, but Michael is damn good looking. What a legend.

[@schwartzy65]

Been waiting this one! Michael is one of the best actor and work hours flew by with this interview :D hopefully he comes again at somepoint.. could listen all day :)

[@cpeabody85]

Thank you for everything Michael!

[@Agriwulfz]

Just.. Thank you to both of you for this interview. I watch all of the SG series rather often and hold SG in a special place in my heart, I can't even put my appreciation for this interview into words. Again, Thank You.

[@ryangraber7929]

Stargate, especially SG1 and SGA are the epitome of what science fiction can be, the characters follow morals and show us the world as it ought to be, I like how star trek portrayed this, but they made it far to black and white, stargate explored the gray area and in doing so allowed us to view the human condition in it's raw form rather than a sterilized good/evil dichotomy that so much television sci-fi presents. The only other sci-fi on its level is The Expanse, at least in my opinion.

[@larrywilliams6413]

I'm only about 30 minutes in, so maybe this question is going to pop up at some point...but would he be open to coming back as Daniel if they rebooted Stargate? I would love to see Richard, Amanda, Michael, and Chris all come back.

[@LordFlashheart]

The best TV show ever made.

[@TheHemiphil81]

I loved this show so much I never missed an episode. Lol. As a matter of fact I have been re watching on prime now.

[@wesleyhall3554]

Same. I have forgotten so much from the show that it's almost like watching it for the first time.

[@robag-ipx5773]

Thanks you David thank you Michael

[@bakuiel1901]

My first time watching your show but that was amazing to hear my favorite childhood actor talk about my favorite show. I really can't wait now for the next season.

[@djohn1671]

great end to yet another great season. many thanks from the UK

[@federationmedia9117]

Grateful to find this piece. Good look back. Candid beyond panel at 'cons. 'Thanks,' David, et al.

[@Leftyotism]

Nice to see the reasons behind some of the the changes I have seen a decade or so ago, when I watched all of Stargate's series and movies, lol.

[@jamiehunter3567]

I know James spader starred in the original film that spawned all the series afterwards and is imo a fantastic actor but I genuinely loved Michael in his role in sg1 and later in Atlantis no one else could have played him

[@kathrynvaughn359]

Thank you love me some Daniel Jackson. Love the cast the show bring it back!

[@TJtheINsomNiac]

750! I loved this interview, means alot to me that there are so many other Stargate fans out there!!!

[@angelavanderlip2638]

It was nice to hear Michael's thoughts on Stargate! Thanks again David for doing this show. You are much appreciated.

[@brav0wing]

The same thing happened to me with my appendicitis. I had very strange symptoms, like stomach aches and headaches. Just as I got under the knife my appendix burst and had to stay with a tube in me for 5 days for drainage. That was in 2000.

[@chipinnc]

We love and miss you Michael!! Thank you David for another awesome interview!

[@valentinoutlaw2977]

Thank you very much!

[@valentinoutlaw2977]

😄

[@Daz-od1ol]

Awesome interview. Thank you both so much!

[@Qu4NtuM]

What a great interview., outstanding job both of you. Got this recommended by a friend who I grew up with watching all the scifi. SG1, andromeda, farscape all intertwined when it comes to cast. If at some point the make another spinoff that isn't cancelled soon as it develops legs they gonna need to find a place for Daniel in some form.

[@CielBlanche]

I hope that Michael doesn't undervalue his work playing Daniel in the early seasons just because another actor previously played a version of the character. Of course, nobody takes anything away from Heath Ledger or Joaquin Phoenix because they weren't the first Joker, and the same should be true here. Michael's Daniel Jackson was a wonderful and affecting character in a way that the film version never had the chance to be. In the first five seasons, when SG-1 had a consistently more mature edge to it, Jackson was often the one speaking to real issues of politics, military, foreign policy, ethics, culture, and philosophy. He's the character that largely elevated the show into a work that had something poignant to say, and Michael's performance brought the believability and humanity to it that made it so moving. It's understandable to want to do something else after half a decade, but I'll always cherish those early years with the character.

[@carolinecraft2713]

What a great Interview. Thanks so Much! I just love this show!

[@fr9714]

Daniel Jackson was awesome and so was Jonas Quinn tbh. Shanks was great

[@KristenWright-ff5xt]

love this channel Glad I found it today. Enjoyed this episode with Michael.

[@whitneynolan5666]

Replay crew here! So sad I missed the live. But thank you David and thank you Michael!!! Amazing end to season 3. Stargate is an integral part of every single day in my house, can’t wait to see what you bring in Season 4! 🙏

[@craftymulligar]

Just started to watch thanks for the interviews.

[@I_am_Locutus_of_Borg]

This was ridiculously good, interesting and entertaining, thank you so much guys!

[@jackoneill559]

Thanks David.. we all appreciate what you do for the community.. exceptional interview

[@Tman328]

God I love Michael Shanks so much

[@luannvondracek439]

Thanks for this interview David and team. Was neat to hear Michael echo what others have said about the longevity of the franchise and the multi generation appeal. It was just cool to see him again.

[@1592sandra]

Really wonderful❤ Thanks for all you do and thanks of course to Michael❤

[@ZoRacer]

Thanks for another great interview!

[@ThaElyo]

Amazing interview, Shank you very much :D

[@spicypdx]

Enjoyed the interview very much! So fun!

[@Dimakaisdude]

great interview

[@heidemariegasperlmair3615]

Thank you so much for this amazing interview 🤗 Michael was so adorable 💖

[@jaminschmitt]

If I saw him on a random street I wouldn’t recognize him. Even on his time in Smallville I had a hard time recognizing him. 😬😆

[@Shervin86]

Damn/Thank you David! Now you've made me want to go rerun the entire series. 😂😂😂 As always, thank you kindly for all the hard work and effort you and the team put in to keep the fire burning. ✌🏻💚

[@beecee8347]

Thank you so much for doing this!

[@nofutureproductions9242]

Great interview. Definitely answered questions I've ask myself over the years.

[@Thomaskaplan776]

That was great! Thank you both!

[@khaansulu5695]

Thank you, Michael, both for the interview and for gifting me Thor doing Stewie Griffin's mocking Brian bit lol

[@pierrebernard719]

Great interview!

[@DialtheGate]

Pierre! Are you comfortable and angry?

[@pierrebernard719]

@@DialtheGate Comfortable and Furious! So glad you guys are doing these interviews and this channel exists.

[@markb5139]

What a fantastic interview. Awesome as always. Keep up the good work David. 5 star.

[@d12duke]

I appreciated this. Very cool story about the Appendix busting! I'm glad it worked out.

[@kenmercer8112]

amazing interview.

[@nickna694]

sad i missed this one, ill watch it now though

[@hawkins55]

Great guest, great host, great conversation! I like the yellow one!

[@Tinman_56]

David, these interviews with the cast, crew, guests, and production personnel are amazing, interesting and captivating and I hope you continue to bring them to us for many years. However, regarding any rejuvenation or rebooting of the series with any of the original or future characters is as unlikely as the Stargate being a real and practical device and manner of intergalactic travel. The fact of the matter is that too much time has elapsed between the shows ending (SG1, Atlantis, Universe) that any remake or reboot of the series is impractical. Perhaps in 30+ years a reasonable facsimile will emerge, albeit to a totally different audience and demographic. But in the interim, please continue your interviews and video history of one of the best SciFi (next to ST:TOS) franchises that has ever graced our television screens. MH

[@arceface]

Story starting roughly 6:00 - I had appendicitis just over a week ago, they did a test by pushing on the area and it hurt a lot, they then gave me a CT scan and I was in surgery 2 hours later to get it removed. Still bruised with scabbing from keyhole surgery with 3 incision marks. I went to A&E at 3:30AM, got seen at 11am, got cut at 4pm, send home the next day at 5pm. All for free. Thumbs up to the NHS.

[@DialtheGate]

Glad you are well!

[@arceface]

@@DialtheGate thank you. 💗

[@tstephens128]

AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME 😊😊😊

[@ionutmarin9798]

Omg❤❤❤ The ascension one

[@quantumjank3091]

Great interview David thanks to you, your team and Michael, this was just what I needed today. Wish I had caught it live that appendix story wow same thing happened to a friend of mine on New Years Eve of all times she had about two glasses of champagne then started to get pain so bad she called an ambulance and rushed into surgery it burst on the operating table. I've heard that if you're going to work somewhere remotely like Antarctica or Space for Astronauts they just take the appendix out before you go just in case because that is not something you deal with when you're days away from being able to get medical care for it. Have heard stories from outback Australia where a regular General Practitioner has had to remove an appendix with minimal anaesthetics scary thought!

[@xenon2Merchant]

Awesome episode!

[@dnoit9251]

It was such a good interview. Only thing I'm sad about is that there wasn't any mention or talk about Saving Hope. Which is arguably my favourite medical show. He was so good in that too. Maybe next time he's on.

[@DialtheGate]

I’m sure we will have him back, and yes, saving hope will be something with speak about.

[@ilurvemv]

I hope you have him back soon! I don't normally ask questions - I just enjoy the show - but I really want to ask him what it was like to play Rick Singer in the College Admissions Scandal movie he did for Lifetime a few years back and what he thought of all that crazy because I'm sure as a Canadian, he must have been rolling his eyes behind the scenes lol. Not sure if you've seen it but I highly recommend it for the entertainment value alone, I'll just have it on in the background sometimes and enjoy the trainwreck. It's on Tubi if you haven't watched it - grab some popcorn and enjoy!

[@DialtheGate]

I’ll see it!

[@ilurvemv]

@@DialtheGate It was filmed in Vancouver so of course there'll be at least a couple of Stargate alums in it. Robert Moloney aka Boren from 2001 ("I know his name - he was boring! - Jack O'Neill 😂) plays one of the cheating parents. It must be a little weird as an actor to play a real person but this guy was such a douche, Michael probably really enjoyed playing him.

[@MegaJuniorJones]

Loved the interview. I would however investigate why there was a delay and his video feed was choppy. Non die hard fans may be turned off by it a bit. Love your stuff buddy ❤

[@SuperVstech]

I mean… it was obviously on shanks’ end… his location must have had low bandwidth. I’m glad the feed cleared up after a bit.

[@trekgate3005]

Great interview. Only other thing I would've liked to hear him discuss is his episodes on Andromeda.

[@IanZainea1990]

53:55 One thing that's refreshing about the episode is that it *isn't* about the 4 main SG-1 charactrs. After 7 seasons, we've seen a lot of them, and so to have someone new, a new perspective, is really pretty good on its own!

[@airwolf12999]

He was so great in that role. I only wish burn notice would of came up in conversation

[@chikami6014]

" I lie the yellow ones" XD perfect