The 15 Best Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episodes

Almost 30 years ago, Joss Whedon transformed a mediocre movie script into a groundbreaking television series that redefined sci-fi and fantasy, significantly elevating the genre as a whole. Now, Buffy the Vampire Slayer is poised for a legacy sequel, with Variety reporting Sarah Michelle Gellar is in final negotiations to reprise her iconic role as Buffy Summers in a Hulu revival.

To celebrate this potential return, we're revisiting the original series and highlighting 15 of its best episodes. Premiering on the WB on March 10, 1997, Buffy the Vampire Slayer proved that compelling television could be built around a teenage girl battling vampires, demons, and the supernatural.

The show's ensemble cast redefined the "ragtag team" trope, portraying the anxieties and struggles of teenagers (and later, college students) against a backdrop of constant apocalyptic threats.

This list showcases the best of the original series, blending absurd comedy and intense drama. Note: Two-part episodes are counted as single entries. So, get ready for some classic "beep me, bite me" Buffy!

The Best Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episodes

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