Nearly three decades ago, Joss Whedon transformed a mediocre film of his own creation into a groundbreaking television series that profoundly impacted countless sci-fi and fantasy projects, simultaneously elevating the genre as a whole. Now, Buffy the Vampire Slayer is poised for a legacy sequel, with Variety reporting that Sarah Michelle Gellar is in advanced negotiations to reprise her iconic role as Buffy Summers in a Hulu revival.

This news prompts a retrospective look at the series, highlighting fifteen of its most exceptional episodes. Premiering on the WB network on March 10, 1997, Buffy the Vampire Slayer demonstrated that compelling television could be crafted from the narrative of a teenage girl battling vampires, demons, and other supernatural threats.

The show's ensemble cast redefined the concept of a misfit team, portraying the anxieties and struggles of teenagers (and later, college students) against the backdrop of constant, impending apocalypse.

To commemorate the potential return of this unparalleled series, we've compiled a list of the best episodes from the original run. These episodes represent the pinnacle of Buffy and the "Scooby Gang's" journey through absurd humor, intense drama, and everything in between. Note: Two-part episodes are counted as single entries. Here are the best of "beep me, bite me" Buffy!

The Best Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episodes

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