‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Reboot Finds New Slayer in Ryan Kiera Armstrong

Into every generation, a Slayer is born. In this generation, the new Slayer for Hulu’s “Buffy The Vampire Slayer“ is Firestarter and “Skeleton Crew“ star Ryan Kiera Armstrong.

The announcement came from the original series’ Slayer, Sarah Michelle Gellar, who broke the news to Armstrong in a touching video and will reprise her iconic role as Buffy Summers.

Watch the video below, which sees her asking Armstrong to fight by her side to save the world in the upcoming pilot for Hulu, with Armstrong breaking down in tears from excitement.

It was previously reported that the “Buffy the Vampire Slayer“ reboot will focus on a new Slayer that was described as “a cerebral 16-year-old named Nova (likely a placeholder). Skewing more Willow than Buffy, the character is described as very smart and a bit of a loner.“

The new slayer’s friends will include Hugo, an out-and-proud nerd who comes from money, and Gracie, a young vampire expert who’s an acolyte of Buffy. However, casting has yet to be announced for either role. With this new key casting in place, expect that to change soon.

“From the moment I saw Ryan’s audition, I knew there was only one girl that I wanted by my side,“ Gellar said in a statement. “To have that kind of emotional intelligence, and talent, at such a young age is truly gift. The bonus is that her smile lights up even the darkest room.”

Nora and Lilla Zuckerman (“Poker Face”) wrote the pilot, and Chloé Zhao (Nomadland) is set to direct and executive produce. Gellar is also set to executive produce. Additional executive producers include original “Buffy” EPs Gail Berman, Fran Kuzui, Kaz Kuzui, and Dolly Parton.

Created by Joss Whedon, “Buffy the Vampire Slayer“ ran for seven seasons between 1997 and 2003.

 

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