The 15 Best Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episodes

Almost three decades ago, Joss Whedon transformed a movie he wrote but wasn't satisfied with into an extraordinary, groundbreaking TV series. Buffy the Vampire Slayer not only influenced countless sci-fi and fantasy projects but also elevated the genre of television as a whole. Now, the iconic series is set to return with a legacy sequel, as Variety reports that Sarah Michelle Gellar is in final negotiations to reprise her role as Buffy Summers in a revival on Hulu.

In anticipation of this exciting news, we're revisiting the original series and highlighting the 15 best episodes of this emotionally resonant, thrilling, humorous, and socially conscious show. Premiering on the WB network on March 10, 1997, Buffy the Vampire Slayer demonstrated that compelling television could be crafted from the story of a teenage girl fighting vampires, demons, and other supernatural beings.

The series' ensemble cast helped redefine the concept of a diverse team, delivering narratives filled with teenage and later college-age angst and anxiety against the backdrop of an ever-looming apocalypse.

To celebrate the potential revival of this unparalleled series, we're focusing on the finest episodes from the original run. These episodes represent the pinnacle of Buffy and the "Scooby Gang"'s journey through a blend of absurd comedy, intense drama, and everything in between. Note: We've slightly bent the rules by treating two-parters as single episodes. So, without further ado, here's the best of "beep me, bite me" Buffy!

The Best Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episodes

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