I'm not sure what the problem is. Simon had already mentioned he spent his entire fortune getting her away from the government. Not sure how that would affect her presence on the show.
The only reason she was even on the show is because Simon had freed her, and they were on the run.
That was just a flashback at the beginning of the movie. Or rather, a video recording of the events The Operative was reviewing. There is no major continuity issue.
So many stories, so little time.

In the movie River Tam is rescued from the government facility. That means she should have NEVER been in the series at all because the events of the series occur prior to the movie. It is a
major
continuity issue.
Trump is still your President. Charlie Kirk still Wins!

I think they lined up fairly well. A few minor nitpicks aside.
So many stories, so little time.

Would have been better if series and movie plots had lined up better.
Trump is still your President. Charlie Kirk still Wins!

Glad to hear you enjoyed it. Damn, 20 years later and it still stings.
So many stories, so little time.

I agree! I've never seen a show where at least one character didnt annoy me… but firefly was so well done that I loved everyone!
the dryer is dark and full of terrors

It was great, wasn't it! All those amazing characters, and their chemistry. Excellent stories. A brilliant blend of humour and pathos. I hope they never try to remake it!

I wish I could watch it for the first time all over again.
I don't think it should be re-made. That would kill the charm. I wish it had been allowed to continue on though.
the dryer is dark and full of terrors

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Firefly is an amazing show.

So glad you got to watch the series and enjoy it for what it was in its brief, shiny moment. Gorram it, got somethin' caught in my eye It would have been a show to marvel at if it had been given another season or six.
Bah, I'm sad they're taking out the message boards. Hope they add in something (not Facebook-login-centric) that still allows people to connect in ways like this after having positive experiences with shows and movies. Browncoats forever!
"Take my love, take my land, take me where I cannot stand. I don't care, I'm still free. You can't take the sky from me!"

I had the same reaction when I first viewed it. Was watching and bought the DVD set the next day so I could see them all in proper order. Did it in one sitting.
The best show that should have run for years.
They who give up liberty to
obtain a temporary safety deserve
neither liberty or safety