Battlestar Galactica: 10 Most Disturbing Episodes

10. 33

The first proper episode of the series after the 2003 miniseries was called 33. That's because the Cylon fleet was hot on the heels of the fleeing Colonials and was able to determine their new location every 33 minutes. The Colonial Fleet was then forced to perform an FTL Jump every 33 minutes to stay out of harm's way.

From the outset of the episode, we can see the effect that this is having on the crew. Bloodshot eyes, ragged nerves, unshaven faces. Commander Adama and Colonel Tigh are taking it in turns to man the bridge of the Galactica, but both are so tired that they can't even remember whose turn it is half of the time.

You see, this has been going on for days on end. While the destruction of the compromised Olympic Carrier seems to provide relief from this endless pursuit, the lines of stress and trembling hands speak for themselves. No supernatural fear, no mystical dread. Just fatigue.

No sleep, no rest, can't let your guard down for a moment, because they'll be here in thirty-three minutes.