Will Weir be recast?

[Jedi_Master_Bra'tac]

Do you think they'll get Jessica Steen to play Weir again like in "Lost City" <snip>

[vaberella]

As stupid as I found that paticular move, if it was one by TPTB...I can't deny that the thought did cross my mind. I think that's just because in Soaps (which I admit to loving to watch), they could change the character's actress 8 times and then go back to the original actress later on.

But then again, I've seen characters change race on Soaps. That's actually my favorite when they go from being one race to another.

In any event, it's unlikely to happen or they will face some serious backlash.

[Mana]

I wondered the same thing! I do actually think it's possible. I mean, she is, afterall, repli-weir. Who's to say she cant change her appearance if she wants to? :3

[TOIVA]

I think it's unlikely. The old blond Weir is not really suitable for the "evil" repli-Weir. A least, I can' imagine her in the dark leather jacket.

[Bagpuss]

Do you think they'll get Jessica Steen to play Weir again <snip>

I doubt JS will be asked to do a Weir-redux,or that she or her agent would set her up to be burned twice ,if they feel it isn't going to be a really good career move for her.

NO diss from me on either of them,as I like both actresses and both Weirs in their respective versions ,and I support Torri's decision to leave.

I think it more likely ,if the PTB go ahead with further replicator eps ,that they'll have a repli mention Weir's final demise ,without showing any detail.
( Or they may never mention her at all.)

JMO.

[Livingstone]

I do like Steen, especially her part in Earth2 (A shame that one got cancelled after one season), so yeah... I wouldn't mind seeing that. Nevertheless, Torri will always be Weir in my mind.

[Cree]

I just wouldnt see it working really, in my mind steen and torri's weirs are very different characters. besides Torri will always be weir to me!

[The Signal]

Don't see it happening myself, I can't say it didn't cross my mind though.

[maxbo]

I don't see that happening because I can't imagine that TPTB would to ask Jessica Steen to reprise a role that they already bumped her from once and also because I can't imagine that Jessica would see taking this role again as a good career move.

From her website, here's some related info, http://www.jessicasteen.com/jsp_faq.html:

Spoiler:

Q: Jessica played the character of Dr. Elizabeth Weir in the season 7 finale' of Stargate SG-1. Why did they hire another actress to play that same character in the spinoff series Stargate: Atlantis?
A: We don't know why. When Jessica was hired for the 2 part Season 7 finale' (Lost City) she was told that her character might be in a possible Stargate spinoff series. Jessica was even paid not to take any other work until it was decided if they were going to do the spinoff. Stargate:Atlantis was eventually given the green light, but for whatever reason, "the powers that be" decided to go with another actress.

Based on the above info, I can't see either side wanting to revisit this potential can of worms.

[Cree]

do the tptb just hate anyone related to weir's character, hell weir for that matter. im really starting to get annoyed with how they have dealt with the character and the 2 people who played her!

[cocytus]

This is sign of bad management.
Keeping Tori Higginson would have HELPED not hurt the show.
That the show runners couldn't see this makes me wonder exactly WHAT they are thinking.
I think that too many cast changes and no coherent storyline will bring this show (and the franchise) to a rapid end.
Season 5:Yes
Season 6:Maybe
Season 7: Probably not

[Jeff O'Connor]

I don't think the franchise is going anywhere. SGA's numbers would have to do one hell of a nosedive in order for Universe not to get greenlit. It's something tried and true, something standard-issue and it isn't Farscape, so Sci-Fi will definitely be reasonable enough to pick it up at least to sample even if SGA loses enough viewership to reduce its own lifespan.

[ShadowMaat]

I may not have much faith in TPTB, but I'm pretty sure they aren't imbecilic enough to replace Weir's actress AGAIN, especially not with the original actress. That's beyond wishy-washy and into full-blown lobotomized desperation.

But hey, if TPTB weren't interested in keeping Weir full time they probably won't be interested in keeping her around at all now that Torri's walked away. And that can only be a good thing, IMO. It's a shame it had to be this way, but it's better than the alternatives.

[Jeff O'Connor]

I may not have much faith in TPTB, but I'm pretty sure they aren't imbecilic enough to replace Weir's actress AGAIN, especially not with the original actress. That's beyond wishy-washy and into full-blown lobotomized desperation.

But hey, if TPTB weren't interested in keeping Weir full time they probably won't be interested in keeping her around at all now that Torri's walked away. And that can only be a good thing, IMO. It's a shame it had to be this way, but it's better than the alternatives.

Very true. I'd rep, but you've always had it disabled, so instead, I'll give you a text-based thumbs-up.

[Suzotchka]

Good Lord, let's hope not!

[vaberella]

do the tptb just hate anyone related to weir's character, hell weir for that matter. im really starting to get annoyed with how they have dealt with the character and the 2 people who played her!

She's just been made out to be a non-functional character. Was brought in to manage military but was civilian. Then she was put in charge of an expedition, which yes, was to be civilian but had a large military sect. Which we can't deny the civilian and ex in general became dependent on, since it seems the military personnel spend more time visiting worlds than the civvies do. In that case more military direction. Then we also have to look at the problems with enemies. Keeping in mind that the Weir character is a negotiator and diplomat, we ended up with more problems than not and not a single viable ally.

Considering we had little allies and more enemies, you'd think the character would create a militia contingent as alternative back up to the military front yard. But here and lies the situation, the entire crutch of the problem.

The head of Atlantis, as reflected by Weir (irrespective of the actress playing the role) NEVER fully developed anything. She sat in her office deciding whether to open the gate or close the gate. She could have been interesting. We could have seen wicked scenes of her on a round table with leaders from civilian allies requesting military aid with their proven track record and properly providing supplies and exchange. Did we see any of that?! No.

Something simple and not demanding a huge cast, but to reflect on her presence and her importance. What we did get however is her asking Chuck to open or close the gate and playing solitaire or playing chess with Caldwell, making me wonder if she can even dial a gate.

Her character was shown as unproductive and actually the role itself as unproductive---leader of Atlantis. It seems to me during Adrift and Lifeline showed that SGA was far more functional without a clear and sole representative leader but actually a collective unit. All strong attributes of characters were used and displayed. I actually found it would be more entertaining on screen to see these characters in leadership positions commanding Atlantis on a larger unit.

We already know how much we like the team structure and how entertaining that is in a tight or relaxed environment. I thought they were great in action together leading the entire Atlantis. It would be great if they just try to do it like that...

[Platschu]

Good Lord, let's hope not!

I think the same. I can imagine Jessica Steen as RepliWeir, but it would be a last humiliation to Torri Higginson. JC was replaced by her, so I think she didn't go away with good memories from the staff either.

[ToasterOnFire]

I may not have much faith in TPTB, but I'm pretty sure they aren't imbecilic enough to replace Weir's actress AGAIN, especially not with the original actress. That's beyond wishy-washy and into full-blown lobotomized desperation.

Agreed.

So...we should be expecting the announcement sometime soon then?

[melfan]

Doubtful.
Higginson been Wier since the start of the star of the show, and even if Steen took over, I think many fans would object to that.
To me, Torri is Wier, Steen not so much...

[timtonruben359]

I doubt the producers will recast Weir...JM said they will revisit the Replicator storyline without Weir or Torri so it's very likely that Weir is dead...and very little reference will made to her.