Best of Buffy
The 25 best episodes from the television cult classic
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- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganWhen everyone in Sunnydale loses their voice, the Scooby Gang must silently solve the mystery of the monsters who stole their ability to speak.The Gentlemen have to be the creepiest things ever to emerge from the imagination of Joss Whedon
- 1997–200350mTV-PG9.7 (11K)TV EpisodeDirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordIn this musical extravaganza, Sunnydale residents find themselves bursting into song, and flame, when a demon attempts to make Dawn his bride.Joss Whedon pulls off this Musical themed episode with perfection!
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganAs Glory prepares Dawn for a bloodletting ritual that will open a portal to another dimension, Buffy and her friends prepare for battle.The final scene is pure epic-ness: Buffy's sacrifice and final speech, plus the reaction of all the Scoobies is an emotional powerhouse.
- 1997–200343mTV-PG7.9 (5.3K)TV EpisodeDirectorCharles Martin SmithJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganWhen teen vampire slayer Buffy tries to start a new life at Sunnydale High, she discovers that the school sits atop a demonic dimensional portal.The pilot episode sets the stage for the brilliance that is to come!
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganBuffy, Willow, Xander, and Giles experience dreams in which they are pursued by a mysterious figure.A dream episode that shows Joss Whedon's altitude for creating poetry on the screen.
- DirectorDavid GrossmanStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordWhile trying to find a way to make Buffy forget about her afterlife experience, Willow inadvertently casts a spell that erases everyone's memories.An episode that plays the line between hilarious and heart-wrenching with perfect ease
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganBuffy, Dawn, and their friends deal with the aftermath of Joyce's death.Absolutely touching episode!
- DirectorDavid SolomonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordA vengeful Willow uses her enormous power to track down Warren, despite Buffy's strong feelings about targeting humans.Alyson Hannigan shows off her acting chops as Willow descends into darkness.
- DirectorJames A. ContnerStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordAfter sucking all the energy out of Giles, a powerful Willow sets off to destroy the world.Continuation of Willow's fall and her ultimate, tear-felt redemption.
- DirectorNick MarckStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganAfter being bested in a fight by an ordinary vampire, Buffy asks Spike to explain how he killed two Slayers many years earlier.Spike's duel with former slayer Niki Wood is pure brilliance!
- 1997–200342mTV-PG8.9 (3.6K)TV EpisodeDirectorNick MarckStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordBuffy strikes up a conversation with a vampire who was once an acquaintance in high school. Dawn defends Joyce from a menacing creature.An interesting episode where-en the Scoobies are divided and each experience their own, distinct stories which come together at the end.
- DirectorDouglas PetrieStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordThe Scoobies use a spell to transport Buffy into a shadow world, where she meets the men who created the first slayer. However, in order for her to return home, the gang must find and slay a ferocious demonReveal of the origins of the Slayer line.
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganWhen relatives arrive in Sunnydale, to celebrate her birthday, Tara uses a magic spell on her friends to keep them from learning her "secret." Meanwhile, Glory unleashes a horde of demons to hunt down Buffy.Sweet episode which solidifies Tara's place in the Scooby Gang.
- DirectorMichael GershmanStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganAngel steps up his torment of Buffy and her friends as Jenny searches for a way to restore his soul.A hauntingly beautiful episode which also showcases the first major character death of the series
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganGiles discovers an ancient book foretelling Buffy's death at the hands of the Master.Buffy battle's her first apocalypse (and first death) in the season one finale
- 1997–20031hTV-PG8.9 (3.9K)TV EpisodeDirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganIn an effort to distract Buffy from the Ascension, the mayor instructs Faith to poison Angel.The duel between Buffy and Faith is absolutely epic!
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganSpike strikes an unlikely alliance with Buffy to keep Angel from destroying the world.Emotional ride of an episode where everything seems to flip on it's side: Spike's helping Buffy, Angel's ending the world, and sweet Willow gets her first taste of her major magic mojo!
- DirectorDavid SolomonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganThe one-and-only Dracula makes his way to Sunnydale and immediately has everyone enchanted. Even Buffy might not be able to resist his charms.The classic tale of the legendary Prince of the Night gets the Buffy treatment.
- DirectorDavid SolomonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordAnya's violent and deadly act of vengeance leaves everyone stunned. Buffy must put aside her feelings and take action before more people die.An unearthing of the emotional dimensions of Anya - a character who often gets shelved as comic relief.
- DirectorDavid GreenwaltStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganCordelia's wish for a Buffy-free Sunnydale comes true, plunging her into a world where vampires have control of the town.Powerful episode which explores the profound effect Buffy has had on the town of Sunnydale - and all the people in it. Also VAMP WILLOW IS AWESOME!!!!
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonEmma Caulfield FordAfter killing Caleb, Buffy conceives a plan to defeat the First once and for all. Willow invokes a magic spell that alters the ancient Slayer spell and gives Buffy the allies she needs to fight the Uber-Vamp army. An epic battle ensues and several good friends are lost. At the end, Buffy faces a completely new problem -- one she's glad to have.Spectacular exit for a spectacular series
- DirectorJames A. ContnerStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganHaving gained control of Riley's mind, Adam sets in motion his plot to create an army of unstoppable soldiers and destroy the Initiative.The enjoining spell is the perfect metaphor for awesome pure friendship and love of the original four Scoobies, which provide a beautiful bases for this action-packed episode
- DirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganBuffy and her friends battle the Judge and face unexpected danger from Angel, who has lost his soul after experiencing a moment of true happiness.First appearance of Angelus, and what an entrance it is!
- 1997–200345mTV-PG7.5 (4K)TV EpisodeDirectorReza BadiyiStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganWhen an invisible menace starts attacking students and faculty at Sunnydale High, the Scooby Gang traces the problem back to Cordelia.Cordelia's introduction to the Scoobie Gang!
- 1997–20031hTV-PG9.2 (4.1K)TV EpisodeDirectorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganOn Ascension Day, Buffy and her friends prepare for the ultimate battle as they face off against the mayor and a horde of vampires.Explosive end to the High School Era (and of Cordelia and Angel) of Buffy!