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Hulu Casts Ryan Kiera Armstrong as Lead in Buffy Reboot

Sarah Michelle Gellar returns as executive producer and supporting Buffy Summers, with Chloé Zhao directing the untitled pilot.

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Overview

  • Hulu has officially announced Ryan Kiera Armstrong, a 15-year-old rising star, as the new vampire slayer in the reboot of the cult series 'Buffy – Im Bann der Dämonen.'
  • Sarah Michelle Gellar, the original Buffy, will reprise her role in a supporting capacity while also serving as an executive producer on the project.
  • Oscar-winning filmmaker Chloé Zhao, known for 'Nomadland,' is confirmed to direct the pilot episode of the untitled series.
  • The new Slayer character, portrayed by Armstrong, is described as an introverted schoolgirl, offering a fresh perspective on the beloved franchise.
  • The reboot remains in early production, with limited narrative details revealed, signaling Hulu's effort to blend nostalgia with a modern reimagining.