Just letting you know, I have been a fan of this show since it premiered in the 1990s. It's the previous episode, Within the Serpent's Grasp, and particularly this episode, The Serpent's Lair, that firmly cemented Stargate SG-1 as a favorite of mine. There's a really satisfying moment when Hammond shuts down Samuels (and without punching him in his face!). The banter and chemistry between Bra'tac (133 years young!!) and Jack is priceless. Characters we came to really care about during season 1 are in peril, oh hell, it's all of Earth that's in peril. This episode offers humor, heart, and action that moves swiftly. It makes us want to look forward to the following episodes...
Review of The Serpent's Lair
