The 15 Best Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episodes

Almost 30 years ago, Joss Whedon transformed a film he considered merely adequate into a groundbreaking television series. Buffy the Vampire Slayer not only redefined the landscape of sci-fi and fantasy television, but also elevated the genre as a whole. Now, a legacy sequel is reportedly in the works, with Variety reporting that Sarah Michelle Gellar is in final negotiations to reprise her iconic role as Buffy Summers in a Hulu revival.

To commemorate this potential return, we've revisited the original series and selected 15 of its finest episodes. 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 battling vampires, demons, and the supernatural.

The show's ensemble cast redefined the concept of a ragtag team, portraying the teen (and later college-aged) angst and anxieties against the backdrop of a constant, impending apocalypse.

This list showcases the best of the original series, highlighting Buffy and the “Scooby Gang” navigating absurd comedy, intense drama, and everything in between. Please note: we’ve treated two-part episodes as single entries. Prepare for some serious "beep me, bite me" action!

The Best Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episodes

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