Buffy Returns! Sarah Michelle Gellar & Chloe Zhao Set to Bring the Slayer Back

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Summary

  • Hulu is close to reviving Buffy the Vampire Slayer with Sarah Michelle Gellar returning and new episodes by Chloe Zhao.
  • Fans can expect the new series to continue where the original left off and possibly bring a fresh take on the beloved show.
  • Joss Whedon will not be involved in the project, and the show will explore new storylines with a potential one-season release.

It seems that one of the most enduring horror-comedy television series, “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” starring Sarah Michelle Gellar, is on track to reappear on our screens. Hulu is reportedly preparing to debut fresh episodes of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” for viewers, marking the first time since 2003 that new episodes have been released.

The television show “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” which debuted in 1997, had an impressive run and gained immense popularity. This supernatural drama followed Buffy (played by Sarah Michelle Gellar) as she battled against various supernatural beings such as vampires, demons, and even the personification of all evil on Earth. However, Buffy wasn’t alone in her fight; she was supported by a group of friends including Xander and Willow, who often joined forces to solve the weekly monster mysteries.

The series garnered such a huge following that it spawned numerous spin-offs, including books, TV shows, podcasts, video games, and even another show called “Angel” which ran concurrently for several years. Despite being off the air for over two decades, fans still eagerly watch its episodes today, hoping for a reboot or revival of the series. It seems that their wishes may finally come true!

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As reported by Deadline, Hulu is near to issuing a pilot order, which would mark the return of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer series on streaming platforms. Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar is anticipated to reprise her role, with the new revival also featuring her participation. Notably, Academy Award winner Chloé Zhao is rumored to be at the helm for this project; she is known as a long-time admirer of Buffy.

news has emerged recently that a potential revival might be in the works, following questions about the possibility and its feasibility posed to Gellar. At that point, the actress, who is now appearing in Dexter: Original Sin, found it unlikely but hinted she’d consider it if presented with an opportunity. It seems she held onto the potential reboot or revival as a secret until asked about it more recently.

According to Deadline, it appears Hulu is assembling a writing team, suggesting they believe “Buffy” will have enough following for at least one season of fresh episodes upon her return. It’s important to note that this isn’t a reboot, but rather expected to pick up from where the original series ended in some fashion.

Simultaneously with the unveiling of the fresh Buffy the Vampire Slayer series, it was disclosed that Gellar and the production team would not have Joss Whedon, the original creator, participating in any capacity for this project. Formerly a renowned screenwriter and director within Hollywood, Whedon has not taken part in any official projects since 2021 due to accusations of misconduct that emerged at that time.

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2025-02-04 03:27