Hulu Plans Buffy the Vampire Slayer Reboot with Sarah Michelle Gellar

A reboot of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' is in the works at Hulu, with Sarah Michelle Gellar set to reprise her role as Buffy Summers, albeit in a recurring capacity as the show will focus on a new slayer. The pilot is to be directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Chloé Zhao, with the screenplay written by Nora and Lilla Zuckerman from 'Poker Face.' Production is being led by 20th Television and Searchlight TV, with a writers' room reportedly being formed, indicating the project is moving forward. Notably, original creator Joss Whedon will not be involved due to past allegations of misconduct, and some original cast members may return, though this remains unconfirmed. Gellar has expressed a willingness to revisit the role after previously resisting the idea, inspired by recent successful revivals of other franchises. The reboot aims to expand the 'Buffyverse' following the original series' conclusion in 2003.