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Military rank is a key feature in the Colonial Fleet dynamics of Battlestar Galactica; one of these ranks is that of Cag Commander Air Group. This position, often filled by dynamic and charismatic figures, plays a vital role in the survival and defense of the Twelve Colonies and, later, the remnants of humanity.

The virtues of a good leader are reflected upon throughout the series, making for one of the ways Battlestar Galactica and Star Trek copied each other. The meaning of Battlestar Galactica's CAGs can be described as the glue of the fleet. While many on Galactica hold leadership roles, the Cag's unique skill set is essential for navigating crises. With thousands of crew and civilians aboard, a strong and decisive leader is crucial.

Major Jackson Spencer Played By John Mann

Major Jackson Spencer is Galactica's Cag during the events of the miniseries, coming before season 1 in the Battlestar Galactica watch order.

According to reports, Paramount and toy manufacturer Mattel will team up on a "Magic 8 Ball" live-action adventure feature with a screenplay by Jon Gunn and John Mann. Mattel's 'Magic 8-Ball' toy was invented in 1946 by Albert Carter, son of a clairvoyant, who marketed and sold the device with Abe Bookman of the Alabe Crafts Company. The hollow, plastic sphere resembling an oversized billiard 8-ball, contains a cylindrical reservoir containing a white, plastic, 'icosahedral' die floating in alcohol with dissolved dark blue dye. The die is hollow, with openings in each face, allowing the die to fill with fluid, giving the plastic die minimal buoyancy. Each of the 20 faces of the die has an affirmative, negative, or non-committal statement printed on it in raised letters. There is a transparent window on the bottom of the 8-ball through which these messages can be read. To use the ball, it must be held...

Remember the Magic 8 Ball? It's becoming a movie at Blumhouse. The wildly popular Mattel toy will get a live-action adaptation with Truth or Dare and Fantasy Island director Jeff Wadlow already set to write and direct the thriller.

Jeff Wadlow will be collaborating on the script with his team of writers that include Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach. The movie will mark Mattel's first foray into independent filmmaking. Mattel Films' Robbie Brenner had this to say.

"Since the 1950s, Magic 8 Ball has inspired imagination, suspense and intrigue across generations. This iconic toy has a built-in connection with fans and untapped potential for storytelling. There are no partners better suited to tell the Magic 8 Ball story in collaboration with Mattel Films than Jeff Wadlow and Blumhouse Productions, whose unique approach to the thriller genre has captivated audiences worldwide and has gained widespread accolades."

Blumhouse founder Jason Blum went...

Exclusive: Mattel said Monday that the live-action feature film version based on their popular toy Magic 8 Ball is finally happening, with Oscar-winning studio Blumhouse and Truth or Dare and Fantasy Island director Jeff Wadlow attached.

Wadlow will also write the script with his collaborators, Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach. This marks Mattel Films’ first partnership with an independent studio.

“Since the 1950s, Magic 8 Ball has inspired imagination, suspense and intrigue across generations. This iconic toy has a built-in connection with fans and untapped potential for storytelling,” said Robbie Brenner of Mattel Films. “There are no partners better suited to tell the Magic 8 Ball story in collaboration with Mattel Films than Jeff Wadlow and Blumhouse Productions, whose unique approach to the thriller genre has captivated audiences worldwide and has gained widespread accolades.”

“As fans of Mattel and their iconic brands, we’re looking forward to bringing Magic 8 Ball, one of their most celebrated toys,...

Long in development, Paramount and toy manufacturer Mattel's planned "Magic 8 Ball" live-action feature sits with a screenplay by Jon Gunn and John Mann:

"Magic 8 Ball" was invented in 1946 by Albert Carter, son of a clairvoyant, who marketed and sold the device with Abe Bookman of the Alabe Crafts Company.

The hollow, plastic sphere resembling an oversized billiard 8-ball, contains a cylindrical reservoir containing a white, plastic, 'icosahedral' die floating in alcohol and a dissolved dark blue dye.

The die is hollow, with openings in each face, allowing the die to fill with fluid, giving the plastic die buoyancy. Each of the 20 faces of the die has an affirmative, negative, or non-committal statement printed in raised letters, with a transparent window on the bottom through which the messages can be read.

Typical answers include:

● As I see it, yes

● It is certain

● It is decidedly so

● Most likely

● Outlook...

Imagine a Die Hard scenario set aboard a passenger plane. Imagine if the John McClain of the movie was based on Marilyn Manson. Imagine if the terrorists were a Satanic cult trying to bring about hell on earth. If you’ve ever seen Turbulence 3: Heavy Metal, you weren’t imagining it.

If you’re a regular listener of my Foycasts, then you are probably already aware of my love for Turbulence 3: Heavy Metal. It really is one of those movies you have to see to believe.

The unlikely devil worshipper-whooping, plane-landing, hard-rocking hero of Turbulence 3: Heavy Metal is a Marilyn Manson clone named Slade Craven. Played by Canadian actor/musician John Mann, who is, rather ironically, more famous for performing in Broadway-style musicals and providing lead vocals for the Spirit of the West folk rock band. Mann’s physical and musical makeover into the Manson-esque Slade Craven...

The horror title review site Upcoming Horror Movies has announced the DVD release of the series The Haunted. Apparently The Haunted released in 2002 with Matthew Fox (Lost) in the lead. The series ran for one season until cancellation and now these ill-fated episodes show sporadically on HDnet (Wiki). If you are also unfamiliar with the series a synopsis is below.

The plot summary for The Haunted (2002):

"Police officer Frank Taylor had the perfect job and perfect family. After his son's unsolved abduction, his life, marriage and career disintegrate. He leaves the force to become a private investigator specializing in missing and abducted children cases. His ex-wife has come to terms with the loss of their child, but Frank is obsessed with one day finding their son.

One day Frank's life is forever changed while trying to apprehend Simon, a man linked to several child abductions who eludes the police.