I thought it was rather fitting, and it was very nice of the actor to agree to do that. Who knows, it might even be a sign we're going to see more of ford this season. I'd welcome the idea.
Anyhow, I liked the premiere even if Carter getting the boot was a little underhaded.
Michael as usual is great, because he's actually an intelligent oponent. I liked the little moment where after his hyperdrive explodes he asks: "how did they do that?". Other villains would be all: "find them! Kill them!" but Michael actually wants to know how it happened because it's an obvious weakness in the design of his ship.
All the characters had good moments I believe, but Sheppard and McKay take the prize. Sheppard was acting stupid for most of the episode but oddly in character and I have to say that man looks FINE in a white shirt.
McKay delivering the baby was both funny and touching. He was so petrified but then he was acting all butch because he didn't drop the baby. Ha!

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