We have now dangerous information for Buffy the Vampire Slayer followers.
As you recognize, Hulu introduced a reboot titled Buffy the Vampire Slayer: New Sunnydale in February 2025, with longtime fan Chloe Zhao directing the pilot. And after years of Sarah Michelle Gellar saying she would by no means “return” to the present, the director managed to vary her thoughts. The actress agreed to return to reprise her Buffy character in a recurring position, whereas she handed over her stake to Ryan Kiera Armstrongwho would play the brand new slayer. A number of different actors and actresses had been solid within the present, together with Chase Sui Wonders.
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However sadly, Hulu has put a stake within the reboot! Sarah confirmed the information on Instagram on Saturday, saying:
“So I’m actually unhappy to need to share this, however I wished you all to listen to it from me. Sadly, Hulu has determined to not transfer ahead with ‘Buffy: New Sunnnydale.’ I need to thank Chloé Zhao as a result of I by no means thought I’d discover myself again in Buffy’s trendy but inexpensive boots. And due to Chloé, I used to be reminded how a lot I really like her and the way a lot she means, not solely to me, however to all of you. And this doesn’t change any of that. I promise that if the apocalypse really comes, you may nonetheless beep me.”
NOOOOO! Watch her video (beneath):
That is extremely disappointing and stunning to listen to! We weren’t the one ones shocked by the information! Following the announcement, a supply near Sarah and Chloé advised TMZ that the ladies really feel “blindsided” by Hulu’s resolution – and the timing of it! Sarah simply had a profitable opening at SXSW for her new film, Prepared or Not 2: Right here I Comewhereas Chloé is up for an Oscar along with her critically acclaimed movie, Hamnet. Why would they axe the collection when each ladies are doing so effectively at the moment?
In response to sources for Deadlinethe pilot was “not good.” They famous that Chloé presumably was not the proper match for the gig. Uh oh. Whereas there have been reportedly talks about remodeling the pilot, Hulu determined to not transfer ahead with the undertaking in the long run. How unhappy.
If the pilot wasn’t good, maybe it’s for the very best that Hulu shelved the collection. Additionally they may have allow us to determine that first. Hmm. Followers are, however, upset over the information. They took to the feedback part of Sarah’s video to say:
“Can we get one other streaming service to choose it up?! Please.”
“Can or not it’s shopped? We want this”
“Truthfully feeling heartbroken! No exaggeration.”
“BEEP!!!! We ARE beeping you!!! Devastated. The world wants Buffy now greater than ever xxx.”
“Oh Hulu have rather a lot to reply for”
“That is probably the most disappointing leisure information of the yr. We love you and can comply with you anyplace.”
“That is so Unhappy !!! @hulu are you out of your thoughts?”
“This isnt attainable! How about netflix or another person investing on it? We wish it!!!”
“This will get extra heartbreaking with every rewatch, I’m sorry .. @hulu that is completely unforgivable”
“Hulu not choosing up a BTVS revival collection with SMG lastly agreeing to return, Chloe Zhao as director (Oscar successful director), the Zuckermans (Poker Face) is absolute MADNESS to me and anybody else who was within the know. Kind this out @hulu !!”
“What??? I’m devastated! How can Hulu cancel one thing that they didn’t actually have a probability and had a lot promise and pleasure particularly with you and Chloe concerned?!? I’m really perplexed. @netflix decide up this collection!!!”
Just about, they’re all pondering this proper now about Hulu…
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