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Buffy the Vampire Slayer

  • TV Series
  • 1997–20031997–2003
  • TV-14TV-14
  • 44m
IMDb RATING
8.3/10
143K
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Sarah Michelle Gellar in Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997)
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A young woman, destined to slay vampires, demons and other infernal creatures, deals with her life fighting evil, with the help of her friends.A young woman, destined to slay vampires, demons and other infernal creatures, deals with her life fighting evil, with the help of her friends.A young woman, destined to slay vampires, demons and other infernal creatures, deals with her life fighting evil, with the help of her friends.

IMDb RATING
8.3/10
143K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
202
6
  • Creator
    • Joss Whedon
  • Stars
    • Sarah Michelle Gellar
    • Nicholas Brendon
    • Alyson Hannigan
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  • Creator
    • Joss Whedon
  • Stars
    • Sarah Michelle Gellar
    • Nicholas Brendon
    • Alyson Hannigan
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 794User reviews
    • 109Critic reviews
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    • Won 2 Primetime Emmys
      • 52 wins & 134 nominations total

    Episodes145

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    Sarah Michelle Gellar
    Sarah Michelle Gellar
    • Buffy Summersas Buffy Summers…
    145 episodes145 eps • 1997–2003
    Nicholas Brendon
    Nicholas Brendon
    • Xander Harrisas Xander Harris
    145 episodes145 eps • 1997–2003
    Alyson Hannigan
    Alyson Hannigan
    • Willow Rosenbergas Willow Rosenberg
    144 episodes144 eps • 1997–2003
    Anthony Head
    Anthony Head
    • Rupert Gilesas Rupert Giles
    123 episodes123 eps • 1997–2003
    James Marsters
    James Marsters
    • Spikeas Spike
    97 episodes97 eps • 1997–2003
    Emma Caulfield Ford
    Emma Caulfield Ford
    • Anyaas Anya
    85 episodes85 eps • 1998–2003
    Michelle Trachtenberg
    Michelle Trachtenberg
    • Dawn Summersas Dawn Summers
    66 episodes66 eps • 2000–2003
    Kristine Sutherland
    Kristine Sutherland
    • Joyce Summersas Joyce Summers
    58 episodes58 eps • 1997–2002
    Charisma Carpenter
    Charisma Carpenter
    • Cordelia Chaseas Cordelia Chase
    57 episodes57 eps • 1997–2002
    David Boreanaz
    David Boreanaz
    • Angelas Angel…
    58 episodes58 eps • 1997–2003
    Amber Benson
    Amber Benson
    • Tara Maclayas Tara Maclay
    47 episodes47 eps • 1999–2002
    Seth Green
    Seth Green
    • Ozas Oz
    40 episodes40 eps • 1997–2000
    Marc Blucas
    Marc Blucas
    • Riley Finnas Riley Finn
    31 episodes31 eps • 1999–2002
    Danny Strong
    Danny Strong
    • Jonathan Levinsonas Jonathan Levinson
    29 episodes29 eps • 1997–2003
    Tom Lenk
    Tom Lenk
    • Andrew Wellsas Andrew Wells…
    27 episodes27 eps • 2000–2003
    Eliza Dushku
    Eliza Dushku
    • Faithas Faith…
    20 episodes20 eps • 1998–2003
    Armin Shimerman
    Armin Shimerman
    • Principal Snyderas Principal Snyder
    19 episodes19 eps • 1997–2000
    Juliet Landau
    Juliet Landau
    • Drusillaas Drusilla
    17 episodes17 eps • 1997–2003
    • Creator
      • Joss Whedon
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    Storyline

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    "In every generation there is a chosen one... she alone will stand against the vampires, the demons and the forces of darkness. She is the slayer." Buffy Summers knows this tale by heart, and no matter how hard she tries to be just a "normal girl", she can not escape from her destiny... Thankfully, she is not alone in her quest to save the world, as she has the help of her friends, the hilarious (and surprisingly quite effective) evil-fighting team called "The Scooby Gang". Together, Buffy & co. will slay their demons, survive one apocalypse after another, attend high school and college... and above all, understand that growing up can truly be Hell sometimes... literally. —m_starling
    • vampire
    • destiny
    • coming of age
    • double life
    • action heroine
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    • Taglines
      • Divided by destiny. Bound by love.
    • Genres
      • Action
      • Drama
      • Fantasy
      • Romance
    • Certificate
      • TV-14
    • Parents guide

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    • Trivia
      Spike's trademark coat cost $2,000 from a top fashion store. It was then run over repeatedly by a truck to give it that distressed look.
    • Goofs
      In nearly every episode presented in widescreen, there is crew/equipment visible and/or revealing mistakes. This is because the series was originally shot for 4:3 frame and these issues would not have been visible as the show was originally intended to be presented. As such, one should take much of the goofs reported on episodes as being conditional on applying only to the widescreen alternate version.
    • Quotes

      Rupert Giles: In every generation there is a Chosen One. She alone will stand against the vampires, the demons and the forces of darkness. She is the Slayer.

    • Crazy credits
      The sequence with the Mutant Enemy mascot, the little monster that goes "Grr Argh" at the end of all episodes, was changed for a total of six episodes: in "Becoming Part Two" (#2.22) it said, 'Oh, I need a hug." in "Amends" (#3.10) it wore a Santa hat and bells were jingling. in "Graduation Day Part Two" (#3.22) it wore a graduation cap. in "Once More With Feeling" (#6.07) it sang its "Grr Argh." in "Storyteller" (#7.16) it sang, "We are as gods." in "Chosen" (#7.22) it looked out at the viewers instead of looking straight-forward.
    • Alternate versions
      In the French and Spanish dubs of the series, Xander's name is changed to Alex.
    • Connections
      Edited into Angel: Unaired Pilot (2003)
    • Soundtracks
      Buffy the Vampire Slayer Theme
      Performed by Nerf Herder

    User reviews794

    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    Absolutely Brilliant
    I have no idea why people are hating on this brilliant TV show. I watched the entire series on DVD and was completely caught up in it my the end of season one. This show stands up over time and does not become outdated. I watched this show thinking it would be an entertaining hour and was shocked to find the show compelling, hilarious, and full of real emotion. The writers and especially Joss Whedon have come up with some of the funniest TV out there, and easily keep your attention for the entire seven seasons. Each season seems to get funnier, and all the characters continue to develop. Anyone who gives this show a real chance will be captured by the Buffy Universe. If you can ignore some of the more low budget demons and instead focus on the characters and emotion of the story you will not be disappointed. BTVH will make you laugh, cry, and fall in love with the characters. 10/10.
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 10, 1997 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • BtVS
    • Filming locations
      • 1313 Cota Drive, Torrance, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Mutant Enemy
      • Kuzui Enterprises
      • Sandollar Television
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      44 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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