Buffy Reboot at Hulu Canceled, Sarah Michelle Gellar Confirms
The highly anticipated revival of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, starring Sarah Michelle Gellar, will not be moving forward at Hulu. Gellar announced the news on Saturday, March 14, 2026, via a video posted on her Instagram account.
Initial Plans for the Reboot
The reboot, initially announced in February 2025, aimed to continue the story 25 years after the original series concluded. Oscar-winning director Chloé Zhao was set to direct the pilot, with Nora and Lilla Zuckerman serving as writers. Gellar was initially hesitant to reprise her role as Buffy Summers but ultimately agreed after collaborating with the Zuckermans.
Key Creative Team
The project brought together a notable creative team, including:
- Sarah Michelle Gellar: Returning as Buffy Summers.
- Chloé Zhao: Director of the pilot episode.
- Nora & Lilla Zuckerman: Writers of the pilot episode.
- Gail Berman: Original Buffy executive producer.
- Dolly Parton: Executive producer.
Gellar’s Statement
In her Instagram post, Gellar expressed her disappointment but also gratitude for the experience. She specifically thanked Chloé Zhao, stating, “I never thought I would find myself back in Buffy’s stylish yet affordable boots. And thanks to Chloé, I was reminded how much I love her and how much she means not only to me but to all of you, and this doesn’t change any of that.” She concluded with a playful nod to the series, telling fans, “If the apocalypse comes, you can still beep me.”
Background of the Original Series
The original Buffy the Vampire Slayer series aired for seven seasons, beginning on the WB for five seasons before moving to UPN for its final two seasons, concluding in 2003. A spinoff series, Angel, starring David Boreanaz, also ran for five seasons. The reboot was intended as the next chapter in the “Buffyverse.”
Future of the Project
As of March 14, 2026, it remains unclear whether the Buffy revival will be shopped to other streaming platforms.