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IOL News
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
New slayer alert: Ryan Kiera Armstrong joins the 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' reboot
Ryan Kiera Armstrong has been cast to star opposite Sarah Michelle Gellar in the reboot of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer". Image: Instagram Ryan Kiera Armstrong has been cast as the lead character in the highly anticipated "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" reboot. Starring opposite the beloved Sarah Michelle Gellar, who will reprise her iconic role as Buffy Summers and serve as an executive producer, Armstrong is set to forge a new chapter in the Buffyverse. The new series, which has received a pilot order from Hulu, promises to delve deeper into the world established by the original series, bringing fresh perspectives and stories to the forefront. While specific plot details remain under wraps, Armstrong's character is described by casting materials as an introverted high-school student. Set to be directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Chloé Zhao, the pilot is penned by the dynamic sibling duo, Nora and Lilla Zuckerman. Gellar expressed her admiration, stating: "From the moment I saw Ryan's audition, I knew there was only one girl that I wanted by my side. 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." The heartfelt moment was captured on video when Gellar revealed the news to Armstrong, a clip which has already garnered much attention and excitement on social media. Armstrong voiced her gratitude, saying: 'I'm so honored, thank you for trusting me,' as she celebrated the news with her father, Canadian actor-producer Dean Armstrong. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading The pilot will be executive produced by Gellar and the Zuckermans, alongside several others including Dolly Parton's Sandollar, which famously was involved in the production of the original series. Armstrong took to Instagram to write: "I'm so beyond thankful and excited to share that I am going to be apart of the BTVS universe!!! I am so excited for this journey with you @sarahmgellar I am in awe of you. Thank you so much @joannecolonna_official and @abbybluestone for believing in me. "Would never ever be here without you guys. Thank you, Chloe Zhao, for trusting me. I'm such a fan. I'm still in so much shock and disbelief. @noralzee and @lillazuck I'm so so excited to work with you both. "Finally, thank you to my amazing parents that have allowed me to do my dream, love uuuu. I WONT LET YOU GUYS DOWN!! 💘💘." The 15-year-old Canadian has quickly carved a niche for herself in the entertainment industry since her breakout role in "The Art of Racing in the Rain". She has made significant strides in both film and television, having appeared in notable projects like "IT: Part Two", "The Tomorrow War" and "Black Widow". Her recent work includes a starring role alongside Jude Law in Disney+'s "Star Wars: Skeleton Crew". Fans of the series have high hopes that Armstrong will breathe new life into the iconic role while honouring the legacy that Gellar established. @slayerfestx98 commented: "Can't wait to see you save the world - welcome to the Buffy fandom fam💪✨💜." @nathanwyburnart said: "Welcome to the crazy world that shaped my life! The Buffyverse is excited, and I'm so thrilled for you!!! ❤️🙌🔥 so much love for this @sarahmgellar." @its_ats wrote: "Girl, if a person who gave light to so many people welcomes you ... That means you're full of light too. Welcome to the universe of one of my favourite shows ❤️ I'm sure I will be happy with you on my screen."
The Independent
04-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Buffy the Vampire Slayer is getting a reboot - Here's everything we know so far
Get ready for a healthy dose of Nineties nostalgia as another long awaited reboot is heading for our TV screens. Buffy the Vampire Slayer first hit screens back in 1997, with Sarah Michelle Gellar in the titular role of Buffy Summers, a normal teenage girl trying to balance high-school drama and demon hunting, naturally. Now she's back for more undead carnage as it looks like streaming giant Hulu is giving the show a much-anticipated sequel series, more than 20 years after the final episode aired in 2003. The reboot comes as a host of other Nineties and Noughties classic shows announce similar comebacks including Malcolm in the Middle and Scrubs. Gellar won't be alone in this project, as an already star-studded team is set to join including Oscar-winning director Chloe Zhao. But it might be the executive producer role that is the most surprising of all, with country music legend Dolly Parton set to oversee the project. The reboot will be scripted by Poker Face writers and sisters Nora and Lilla Zuckerman. While nothing has been said about the plot just yet, we do know Buffy will be a recurring character, but it is likely she will not be the lead of the series. It's still early days, but here's everything we know so far about how to watch the Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot. How to watch the 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' reboot in the UK? Currently the sequel series is nearing its 'pilot order' with Hulu likely to give the show the greenlight following the initial pilot episode. This does sadly mean we are likely a year or two away from sitting down with the new show. But when it does come, as it is a Hulu show, fans in the UK will likely be able to access the show through a Disney+ subscription. How to watch the original series in the UK? Before the highly-anticipated reboot comes you'd better make sure you're up to date on all things demons, angels, Buffy and Spyke. You can re-watch or binge for the first time (lucky you) the entire original series right now on Disney+. Who's going to be in the reboot? Despite making previous comments publicly about not wanting to return to the franchise, Sarah Michelle Gellar's team has confirmed the Scooby-Doo and Cruel Intentions actress will become the chosen one once again. The rest of the original cast has not yet been confirmed to return and no new additions have been announced. Chloe Zhao, Academy Award-winning director of Nomadland, and self-proclaimed lifelong Buffy fan, has also been announced as the director of the pilot episode. Dolly Parton will be donning the title of executive producer for the sequel. It was her production company, Sandollar, that produced the original series back in the 90's.
