Big Worlds On Small Screens: Rebecca Fisher Discusses “Angel”

by Rebecca Fisher

Introduction:

In developing a spin-off series for Joss Whedon’s cult hit Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the character of Angel seemed the natural choice for a leading role in his own show. Always on the outskirts of Buffy’s inner-circle, and a character whose story-arc in Season Two made him a danger to Buffy’s well-being, Angel eventually makes the decision to move to Los Angeles in order to fight the good fight there.

Much of Angel’s backstory was already covered in Buffy, althoug...