Almost three decades ago, Joss Whedon transformed a film he was unsatisfied with into an exemplary, game-changing TV series that would influence countless sci-fi and fantasy projects while elevating genre television as a whole. Buffy the Vampire Slayer is now poised for a legacy sequel, with Variety reporting that Sarah Michelle Gellar is in final talks to reprise her iconic role as Buffy Summers in a revival set to stream on Hulu.
In light of this exciting news, we're taking a nostalgic journey back to the series, highlighting the 15 best episodes of this groundbreaking show. Premiering on the WB network on March 10, 1997, Buffy the Vampire Slayer demonstrated that compelling television could revolve around a teenage girl fighting vampires, demons, and other supernatural entities.
The show's ensemble cast redefined the concept of a ragtag team, delivering a mix of teen and college-age angst and anxiety against the backdrop of an ever-looming apocalypse.
To celebrate the potential return of this unparalleled series, we're revisiting the finest moments from the original show. These episodes represent the pinnacle of Buffy and the "Scooby Gang" navigating through absurd comedy, intense drama, and everything in between. Note: We've taken the liberty of counting two-parters as single episodes. So, here's the best of "beep me, bite me" Buffy!
The Best Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episodes
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