The cast of “Stargate Universe” is shaping up – and we’re seeing more and more names of people that you may actually know.

Originally it was thought that Robert Carlyle was going to be surrounded with a group of unknowns, but as casting news comes in, we’re seeing a different picture.

First Lou Diamond Phillips has joined the team. Now “ER” vet Ming-Na will be joining the cast as well.

If things continue this way, Stargate Universe may feature a pretty high profile cast.

I have to say, as a relative “Stargate” noob I’m looking forward to this show as a jumping on point for the franchise. It’s looking like its off to a good start.