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5 days ago
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Sarah Michelle Gellar Wants to Bring Back Every Dead Buffy Character in Reboot — Who Do You Want to Return?
The Chosen One has shared some fresh teases about Hulu's highly anticipated reboot of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. During the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival, Sarah Michelle Gellar let a few new details slip as to what fans can expect from the forthcoming series. 'It will be lighter than the last few seasons of the original,' the actress said at the festival, per Vanity Fair. 'We will try to find a balance between new and old characters. My dream is to bring back everyone who has died, but space will have to be made for new stories as well.' More from TVLine Meet the Buffy Reboot's New Slayer: Ryan Kiera Armstrong to Play The Chosen One Opposite Sarah Michelle Gellar A Buffy the Vampire Slayer Sequel Series Would Make Our Current Hellmouth a Little Easier to Face Wimbledon 2025: How to Watch the Tennis Matches Live Online Dead characters? Returning?! Guess anything goes if you're living on a Hellmouth. Gellar also discussed the creative team's attempt to modernize the series for today's social media-obsessed world. 'One of the surprising aspects of Buffy is that it's always been a crossover series,' she added. 'We're trying to figure out how to modernize the themes of the series, especially what it means to feel like an outsider in a world dominated by social media. What we want to explore are the space-time boundaries that affect society today.' Gellar was lured back into Buffy's knee-high leather boots by Oscar-winning director Chloé Zhao (Nomadland), whose original pitch forms the reboot's basic premise. 'For so many years, I said no to a possible return of the series,' said Gellar. 'I didn't want to reintroduce something we had already seen. I waited for the right time to come. Then Chloé, a big Buffy fan, proposed the project to me and I accepted. The gestation was long. It's been three years and we're still working on it.' The Buffy follow-up was officially announced back in February with Nora Zuckerman and Lilla Zuckerman (Poker Face) attached as writers, showrunners and executive producers. Zhao is attached to direct and executive-produce, with additional EPs including Gellar, Gail Berman, Fran Kuzui, Kaz Kuzui and Dolly Parton. (Berman, the Kuzuis and Parton all executive-produced the original series.) Gellar will reprise her former role in a recurring capacity rather than a leading one. In May, Ryan Kiera Armstrong was announced as the series' new slayer. Armstrong's character's name was not released. In March, TVLine exclusively reported that the character was a brainy and cerebral teen named Nova, though we noted that the intel was preliminary and subject to change. So, let's talk, Scoobies. Which characters to be back for 2.0? Let us know all of your thoughts by dropping some comments below! Buffy's 20 Best Episodes, Ranked! View List Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More Solve the daily Crossword
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5 days ago
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Buffy Reboot: 10 Characters We Need Back — and One We Don't
One prophecy we thought would never be fulfilled: Another Buffy the Vampire Slayer series. But the Hellmouth hath frozen over because in February, Sarah Michelle Gellar announced she'd be reprising her titular role in a new follow-up series on Hulu. The 'next chapter in the Buffyverse' will focus on a new young Slayer, with Gellar popping up in a recurring role. And while we don't have too many details yet — besides that the new Slayer will be played by Ryan Kiera Armstrong — we're already eagerly anticipating which OG characters might return to Sunnydale to help Buffy battle vampires, demons and the forces of darkness. More from TVLine Scrubs Revival Officially Ordered at ABC - Find Out Who's Returning for Season 10 Buffy Reboot: Charisma Carpenter Hopeful for 'Poetic' Return After Character's 'Unjust' End in Spinoff Was Dead City Monologue a Groaner? Is Ironheart's Mom Oddly Chill About 'Resurrected' Friend? Was Disney+'s Frozen Quite Magical? More TV Qs! So we put on our yummy sushi pajamas and called for an emergency meeting of TVLine's most fanatic Scoobies to kick around which 10 characters we want — no, need — to see back on our screens alongside Gellar and Armstrong. And since Queen SMG (now an executive producer) declared that even dearly departed characters could be revived from the dead (hey, even Buffy died twice), no one is off the table in our list below. We even went so far as to declare one character we don't want to see return. (Just don't go all 'Gingerbread' and try to burn us at the stake, OK?) View our highly debated picks below, then hit the comments to tell us which characters most want to see back in the upcoming sequel series! Rupert Giles What would a Buffy series be without the man, the myth, the legend… one, Rupert Giles? Now, we're not suggesting that Giles should enter combat in his 70s (the man's had enough head injuries as it is!), but surely his expert Watcher knowledge and multilingual capabilities will be needed for something, right? After all, who's going to translate the next ominous demon scripture? Buffy's former Watcher and father figure is never just 'standing in the way,' regardless of what he sang in that 'Once More With Feeling' song. Buffy needs him, the new Slayer will need him… we need him. Willow Rosenberg How could any fan of Buffy the Vampire Slayer not want to see Willow Rosenberg back up to her witchy ways? Alyson Hannigan's character had such a huge arc. From nerdy teen to powerful witch to Big Bad, Willow was one of Buffy's most important Scoobies who came in handy with her magic on more than one occasion. (Sure, she tried to destroy the world once, but we'll let that slide.) Now that every potential Slayer has been activated, it would make sense that the woman who made that all happen pops in to say hello. Hannigan can be so effectively funny in Buffy, while also so staggeringly heartbreaking — her tears in 'Wild at Heart,' for example, continue to slay us (pun intended) to this day. So if SMG's looking to call up some of her old pals to join this project, here's to hoping Hannigan's at the very top of that list. Faith Lehane The addition of Eliza Dushku's Faith in Season 3 gave the show a bolt of fresh energy, leading to some of the series' best episodes. (Look no further than 'Consequences,' 'Graduation Day Part 1' and 'Who Are You?' for prime examples.) The character's tough-as-nails demeanor mixed with the drama and strife she brought delivered some gripping television, and a brand-new foil for Buffy that wasn't a vampire or a demon. She was just a young woman, like Buffy herself, who traveled down a much darker path. But what would the women's relationship be like after re-teaming to fight the First Evil in Season 7? Are the mended fences still standing strong? Has the formerly nefarious Faith stayed on the straight and narrow? We're dying to know. Cordelia Chase We're going to continue shouting this from the highest mountaintop in Sunnydale: JUSTICE FOR CORDELIA! The way Cordy's character was handled in Angel's fourth season left a lot to be desired. (Understatement of the century.) Then for this fan-favorite to return in Season 5 just to be killed off in one episode? As if! Over the course of the Buffy spinoff, Cordelia became part-demon when she took on Doyle's visions. Then, she fell victim to that whole Jasmine business and ultimately became a higher power. She can be brought back in a myriad of ways, so to the gentle writers of Buffy 2.0: Please right this serious Buffyverse wrong because her mishandling and death was my childhood trauma. (Plus, Charisma Carpenter is hopeful for a 'poetic' return, so let's make it happen!) Drusilla Hands down, one of our favorite Buffy villains ever, and oddly enough, a vamp who never found herself on the wrong end of the Slayer's stake. Juliet Landau delivered a haunting performance as Spike's former lover, and the young woman who was tortured to insanity and sired by Angelus. If the new Powers That Be are in need of a Big Bad (or even just a Medium Bad!), reuniting Kendra's killer with the Scoobies could make for some big drama and reeeeally creepy moments. Tara Maclay Straight up: Tara's death hurt. It hurt her girlfriend (Dark Willow, much?) and it hurt us viewers. Tara's kindness and gentle nature brought out a different side of Willow, and we loved seeing Will explore her identity and sexuality, while growing as a much more confident character than the one we first met in Season 1. That was all thanks to Tara. We were under Tara's spell far before she was bleeding out all over Willow's shirt. (OK, this got dark.) At the risk of detracting from the huge moment that was her shocking death, we can't help it. Seeing Tara revived in any way, shape or form would be magic. Anya Jenkins Most fans can agree: Anya Jenkins deserved more. (And no, we're not just talking about Xander.) No one was immune from the Grim Reaper on any Joss Whedon show, but Anya's blink-and-you-miss-it death in the series finale seemed more like a checked box for a 'big' finale moment, rather a justified offing of a character we'd grown to adore. (She was sliced in half by one of the First's Harbingers of Death.) The character's departure always left us wanting… a different fate, an alternate ending, anything! Bringing Emma Caulfield Ford's irreverent mortal-in-training back in any form — ghost, human, vengeance demon, whatever — could correct one of Season 7's most confounding moments. Daniel 'Oz' Osbourne First, we've got to figure out what kind of party this new show's going to be. Will it be a gathering, a shindig or a hootenanny? Regardless, we've got to send Sunnydale's pithy, guitar-playing werewolf an invite! A reunion between Oz and Willow would be ideal, but even despite that possibility, we'd love to hear what's new with the former Dingoes Ate My Baby axe man. Where's he been? What's he been up to? How has he controlled his wolfy ways throughout the years? Yes, we may have gotten a bit of insight from some of the follow-up comics, but getting Seth Green back on screen in the Buffyverse would truly be cause for celebration. The Bronze, anyone? Darla Julie Benz's Darla has come a long way. Not only was she the first vamp to grace our screens way back in '97, but she was also the first to draw blood. (R.I.P., random high school guy.) After working side-by-side with the Master and getting staked by Angel, Darla was resurrected (as a human!) on Angel, revamped by Dru, had a kid and die again. (Phew!) Despite all that, we still haven't seen enough of Benz's badass mistress of the night. However it happens, reviving Darla would be the ultimate throwback to Buffy's early years. Perhaps she has one last massacre left in her? Andrew Wells When the later seasons got all dark and doom-y, Andrew stood tall(-ish) as one of the biggest sources of comedic relief. We'd love nothing more than to see Tom Lenk's lovable Trio nerd reunited with the 'Slayer of the Vaaahm-pires' — whether she likes it or not. He may be like the annoying little brother Buffy never wanted, but Tucker's sibling was always good for some ridiculous one-liners, and elicited top-notch reactions from the clearly peeved characters around him. And what we wouldn't give for a 'Storyteller' follow-up… We Don't Want Back: Spike Before you sick a pack of bloodythirsty hellhounds on us, hear us out. There are two legions of Buffy fans — Team 'Bangel' and Team 'Spuffy' — and look. We're just not in the latter camp. But besides not vibing with 'Spuffy' (we won't even get into that trigger warning-worthy moment from 'Seeing Red'), Spike has had his moment in the sun—, err, spotlight. Even after he left Sunnydale and was magically transported to Angel's L.A. compound, Spike continued to dominate storylines, and honestly, we enjoyed his snarky back-and-forths with Angel during the spinoff's fifth and final season. But enough is enough, already! If this reboot only has a meager 8-12 episodes (speculating here — the official episode count remains TBA), we don't want any more screen time spent on William the Bloody. (#SorryNotSorry) Reuniting Buffy with the white-haired Brit would only retread storylines we've already seen, and we doubt that after 22+ years, our sassy Slayer would need to rekindle anything with that admittedly dashing vamp, soul be damned! And remember the countless crappy things Spike did to the gang in the past, like, you know, trying to kill them a bajillion times? Besides, the Buffyverse is filled with so many charismatic characters, both recurring and regular, that we'd rather leave some room for bigger surprises. And of course, some brand-new Scoobies and Slayers who are dedicated to saving the world a lot. Buffy's 20 Best Episodes, Ranked! 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25-06-2025
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Sarah Michelle Gellar shares her wild idea about the upcoming Buffy reboot
Sarah Michelle Gellar has a few ideas about what she'd like to see included in the upcoming Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot. The actress,48, who recently reunited with her Buffy co-star Alyson Hannigan on a red carpet, opened up about her hopes for the highly anticipated show in an interview with Vanity Fair. 'It will be lighter than the last few seasons of the original,' the Emmy winner who played the title role for seven seasons told the publication while attending the Filming Italy Sardegna Festival. 'We will try to find a balance between new and old characters,' she said of the series being helmed by Oscar winner Chloé Zhao. The actress and executive producer then opened up about something that could thrill Buffy fans of all ages. 'My dream is to bring back everyone who has died, but space will have to be made for new stories as well. Gellar hinted there could be opportunities to expand the Buffy universe again. 'One of the surprising aspects of Buffy is that it's always been a crossover series,' she explained. 'We're trying to figure out how to modernize the themes of the series, especially what it means to feel like an outsider in a world dominated by social media,' she explained. The action star added that she feels 'lucky' not to have had to deal with that when she first took on the role. 'What we want to explore are the space-time boundaries that affect society today.' Gellar explained why it took her so long to agree to a reboot. 'I didn't want to reintroduce something we had already seen. I waited for the right time to come,' she said. The versatile star explained that Zhao, who is a self-admitted fan of the show 'proposed the project to me, and I accepted.' 'The gestation was long. It's been three years, and we're still working on it,' Gellar said. Sharing her hopes for the reboot, the actress revealed 'My dream is to bring back everyone who has died, but space will have to be made for new stories as well' The actress and executive producer said the tone 'will be lighter than the last few seasons of the original' Scripts are being written by Poker Face scribes Nora and Lilla Zuckerman Little is known about the reboot, except that Ryan Kiera Armstrong, 15, will star as a new Vampire Slayer, alongside Gellar's Buffy. 'From the moment I saw Ryan's audition, I knew there was only one girl that I wanted by my side,' the welcoming star wrote on social media in May. 'To have that kind of emotional intelligence, and talent, at such a young age is truly a gift. The bonus is that her smile lights up even the darkest room.'
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18-05-2025
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Joe Biden Diagnosed With ‘Aggressive Form' of Prostate Cancer
Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed Friday with prostate cancer, CNN reports. The 'aggressive form' of the disease has spread to his bones, according to a statement issued from Biden's personal office Sunday. More from TVLine Law & Order: SVU Is Bringing Kelli Giddish Back as a Series Regular Meet the Buffy Reboot's New Slayer: Ryan Kiera Armstrong to Play The Chosen One Opposite Sarah Michelle Gellar HBO Delays A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Premiere - Find Out When the Game of Thrones Prequel Will Get Underway The statement also said, 'While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive which allows for effective management,' and that the former president and his family 'are reviewing treatment options with his physicians.' On July 21, amid growing public concerns about his age, health and mental fitness, Biden made it clear that he had pulled out of the 2024 presidential election and would not seek reelection that November. He then endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. The announcement came several weeks after his disastrous debate against former President Donald Trump, who would go on to win the election and become the 47th president of the United States. Biden's poor performance during the televised debate led to widespread calls for him to withdraw. 'Nothing, nothing can come in the way of saving our democracy, and that includes personal ambition,' he said in an Oval Office address to the nation after withdrawing from the race. 'The defense of democracy is more important than any title.' Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
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17-05-2025
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‘Buffy' Reboot Finds Its New Slayer: Ryan Kiera Armstrong To Star With Sarah Michelle Gellar In Hulu Pilot
EXCLUSIVE: Ryan Kiera Armstrong (Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, Firestarter) has landed the lead opposite Sarah Michelle Gellar in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot, which has a pilot order at Hulu. Armstrong will play the new slayer in the untitled Buffyverse project, which Gellar executive produces in addition to reprising her signature role as Buffy Summers. Oscar winner Chloé Zhao is directing the pilot, written by Nora and Lilla Zuckerman. No additional information has been provided about the project, referred to as the next chapter in the Buffyverse, which comes from 20th Television and Searchlight TV. The character played by Armstrong is described in casting materials as an introverted high-school student. More from Deadline 2025 Premiere Dates For New & Returning Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming Glen Powell-Starrer 'Chad Powers' Sets Hulu Premiere Date Ryan Murphy's Legal Drama 'All's Fair' Drops Teaser Trailer & First-Look Photos There is some symbolism in Armstong's casting as Geller's spiritual successor — the actresses' names, Ryan Kiera Armstrong and Sarah Michelle Gellar, share the same cadence. But it was Armstong's acting chops that won her the role, Gellar said. 'From the moment I saw Ryan's audition, I knew there was only one girl that I wanted by my side,' she said. 'To have that kind of emotional intelligence, and talent, at such a young age is truly a gift. The bonus is that her smile lights up even the darkest room' Gellar also recorded a video of her breaking the news to 15-year-old Armstrong that she got the part. (You can watch it below.) 'I'm so honored, thank you for trusting me,' elated Armstrong said through tears when Gellar welcomed her to new Sunnydale. She was then joined by her father, Canadian actor-producer Dean Armstrong. Lilla and Nora Zuckerman used some Buffy terminology to praise Armstrong. 'We are so overjoyed to have found this generation's slayer in Ryan Kiera Armstrong, she absolutely blew us away — there is no question in our mind that she is the chosen one,' they said. Nora and Lilla Zuckerman executive produce the pilot alongside Gellar, Zhao via her Book of Shadows banner as well as the original series' executive producers Gail Berman of the Jackal Group and Fran Kuzui & Kaz Kuzui via Suite B. Also executive producing the pilot is Dolly Parton whose company Sandollar was producer on the original. Buffy the Vampire Slayer studio 20th Television produces with Disney sibling Searchlight TV, where Zhao is under a first-look deal. Canadian-born Armstrong has been busy since her breakout role at age 8 in the feature The Art of Racing In the Rain opposite Amanda Seyfried. Following parts in IT: Part Two, The Tomorrow War, The Glorias and Black Widow, she played the lead in the 2022 Firestarter, the co-lead opposite Nicolas Cage in The Wold Way and a main role in WIldflower. On TV, she started off with a major recurring role on Netflix's Anne with an E. Armstrong first got on 20th TV radar when the studio cast her as part of the main ensemble of FX's American Horror Story: Red Tide. She has worked for Disney ever since with a starring role opposite Jude Law on Disney+'s Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and recurring opposite Ethan Hawke on FX's upcoming The Lowdown. Armstrong is repped by Linden Entertainment and Innovative Artists. Best of Deadline Where To Watch All The 'Mission: Impossible' Movies: Streamers With Multiple Films In The Franchise Everything We Know About 'My Life With The Walter Boys' Season 2 So Far 'Bridgerton' Season 4: Everything We Know So Far
