The first episode of Stargate Universe aired, introducing audiences to a new chapter in the Stargate franchise.
The series finale aired, ending the run of Stargate Universe after two seasons.
SyFy announced the cancellation of Stargate Universe after two seasons due to ratings and budget concerns.
The US military launches an expedition through the Stargate to Icarus Base on a distant planet, but the base is found abandoned and in disarray.
The SG teams discover the Ancient ship Destiny and are unexpectedly transported aboard it after the base is attacked, beginning their journey millions of light years from Earth.
The crew starts exploring Destiny and learning to operate its systems while adapting to being stranded far from Earth with limited resources.
Tensions rise among crew members over leadership decisions and survival strategies, leading to conflicts and challenging the solidarity of the stranded crew.
The crew detects and encounters alien ships unknown to Earth technology, raising new threats and opportunities for survival.
Using the Ancient communication device, the crew makes contact with Earth and attempts to return or receive help, but face many obstacles and delays.
The crew continues the ship's mission to reach Destiny's original final destination, uncovering Ancient technology and mysteries along the way.