Sarah Michelle Gellar is looking forward to a significant reunion in the upcoming "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" reboot.
In a recent interview with Vanity Fair Italia, Gellar, who originally portrayed the iconic vampire-slayer Buffy Summers in the 1997 TV series, shared her hopes for a massive comeback of past characters, even those who met their demise during the show's original run.
“I dream of bringing back everyone who has died,” Gellar stated, adding that the new series will aim for a balance between introducing fresh characters and revisiting beloved ones. She also noted that the new show will take a lighter approach than the darker tones of the final seasons of the original series.
The revival, which was confirmed in February with news of a pilot order from Hulu, will feature Ryan Kiera Armstrong as the new lead. Gellar is set to appear in the pilot and will continue in a recurring role as Buffy. Speaking about Armstrong’s casting, Gellar expressed admiration for the young actress, saying, “From the moment I saw Ryan’s audition, I knew there was only one girl that I wanted by my side. Her emotional intelligence and talent are truly remarkable.”
The reboot will be written, showrun, and executive produced by Nora and Lila Zuckerman. Chloé Zhao will direct the pilot and executive produce, alongside Gellar, Gail Berman, Fran and Kaz Kuzui, and Dolly Parton. The original series' producers, including Berman, the Kuzuis, and Parton, will also return to executive produce.
Fans of the original show can expect both familiar faces and new stories in this highly anticipated revival.
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