New BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER a sequel, not a reboot.

I watched Buffy religiously, back in the day. I may not be entirely objective about this news, particularly since Joss Whedon is in no way associated with the show. I’m not entirely objective about him, either.

[BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER executive producer Chloe] Zhao recently wrapped filming on the pilot, which introduces Star Wars: Skeleton Crew actor Ryan Kiera Armstrong as Nova, the new Slayer who steps into the spotlight. Gellar is back in full Buffy mode, and Zhao made it clear during a conversation with Variety that this project builds directly on the original series.

Here is how she explained it: “It is not a reboot. It’s a sequel. You can never replace these characters. I would never allow that. And Sarah’s back. I love my cast, the new cast. We will bring back OG characters for sure.