'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' Reunion: The Cast & Creator Reflect On the Show's Legacy | PEN | People

Go behind the scenes of our "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" cover shoot and watch the long-awaited reunion between creator Joss Whedon, Sarah Michelle Geller, David Boreanaz and the rest of the cast -- 20 years after the show's debut.
Watch the full episode here ►►po.st/BuffyPEN
Subscribe to PeopleTV ►► bit.ly/Subscrib...
People and Entertainment Weekly, two of the world's leading entertainment brands bring you People/Entertainment Weekly Network (PEN). Watch everyday for free and get exclusive insider access to celebrities, pop culture, entertainment, lifestyle and human interest shows.
Stay on top of all the latest celebrity gossip - Scandals, news, rumors and more:
• Playlist
Celebrity love, romance and relationships - Never miss out on who’s dating who, recent break ups and new hook ups:
• Playlist
Watch the newest celebrity interviews - From Jennifer Lopez to Jennifer Lawrence, Pop Stars to Movie Stars, Bachelors to Real Housewives, we’ve got it all:
• Playlist
Celebrity style, fashion icons, outfit fails and the best dressed - Check out everything from Gigi Hadid’s legendary outfits to Eva Longoria’s timeless style:
• Playlist
Get all access to A-list events, award shows and parties - Who wore what, which awards were won, and was there any drama:
• Playlist
No matter if you’re into Taylor Swift or Justin Bieber, we’ve got some of the best live performances right here:
• Playlist
Keep up with the Kardashians - get the latest on Kim & Kanye, and the rest of the hottest celebrity family around:
• Playlist
CONNECT WITH
Web: peopletv.com/
Twitter: / peopletv
Facebook: / peopletvnetwork
Instagram: / peopletv
Google+: po.st/GooglePeople
ABOUT PEOPLE
PEOPLE is the #1 online news source all things pop culture. Get your fix of the hottest celebrity news, celebrity gossip, celebrity interviews, exclusive stories, red carpet events, style and updates from the world of entertainment, involving your favorite stars.
'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' Reunion: The Cast & Creator Reflect On the Show's Legacy | PEN | People
/ people

[@THXSwitch625]

I guess now we can see why the cast was interviewed together and Joss was interviewed by himself.

[@calebjanus2000]

Lol ikr?

[@squattingheads]

Checked the allegations and seen no proof so far. All of the people have reasons for revenge. Charisma was clearly fired to make room for Spikes salary. Marsters said so himself. His Ex-Wife. Well having affairs isnt nice but its not illegal or uncommon either. And who of us knows the temptations of being one of the wolrds most popular directors. And so far I couldnt find any name drops by her. Then there is a couple that was fired and basically just alleged typical hollywood business methods. So far I see zero actual bad things like forcing people to sexual acts, touching children or even saying/doing anything passively weird. Dude is a rich guy in a creative job in one of the most sinful environments. All in all these allegation seem pretty harmless. half of you people wouldnt make it a week surrounded by gold digging models and free drugs

[@blurrble5]

@@squattingheads It breaks my heart to hear about the allegations about Joss, but the fact that he wasn't allowed to be alone with Michelle after an "incident" is enough evidence for me

[@zachbraxton1997]

This show has a dark past of controversies

[@gardenkeeeper]

Still one of the best ensemble casts in television.

[@SG-wu8eh]

Uhhhh... why hasn't Buffy's mom aged a day??

[@tissueoflies2780]

Now we know who the real vampire is

[@MajesticJoey]

Tissue Oflies haha omg

[@DivinityFallen]

She was the real vampire

[@NickyLemeshko]

cause she's died in season 5. You didn't see?)

[@dvt1393]

I know, it's weird right? Her, David, and Charisma haven't aged a day in the last 20 years! I mean, everybody looks fantastic, but those three look like their just stepped out of 2003 when the show ended.

[@annafitzgerald5372]

I rewatch the whole series every year. Changed my life and helped me cope with my fathers death at 14. Thank you Buffy ILY

[@pudding3347]

Anna Fitzgerald I’m always watching this show too

[@nataliekenny7490]

100% its that time of year for me!! LOVE this show. will always be my favorite show

[@takewhataway]

ANYA AND THE BUNNY! LOL

[@FarhatC28]

BUNNIES! BUNNIES! IT MUST BE BUNNIES! XD

[@takewhataway]

Farhat C lol iconic!

[@kjcook5840]

or maybe midgets?

[@anyamarples1584]

takewhataway my name is anya BUNNIESSSSSS ARE EVILLL jks

[@uniquerebeljaney3639]

@@anyamarples1584 I disagree.

[@robins5828]

My favorite part is when Seth Green gives his thoughtful, insightful commentary that sounds exactly like something Oz would say:) Ok that, and the photoshoot with Anya and the bunny.

[@stephiemarieplans]

awesome 😍😍 but where is Anthony Stewart Head?!?! reunion without Giles? 🤔

[@vieve9292]

According to a tweet by Sarah Michelle Gellar, he was at "a play in London". Incidentally, Head has also apparently been very, very busy as late as 2016, which isn't a great excuse to break our hearts, but at least it's something.

[@NotoriusBenjamin]

Vieve j

[@samxf]

stephiemarie78 and Faith

[@pregnantwench]

He was in tech, starring in a play in London. There's no rescheduling tech. Can't be done.

[@jaymcc5421]

where the hell is xander

[@daverhoden445]

Since nobody else has said this then I will. I find the lack of Faith disturbing.

[@KyosukeKasuga89]

Ahahaha

[@metamorfoggie]

@@KyosukeKasuga89 what about giles?? I already saw this interview a while ago, and I just realized this now. (and yes, I also wanted Faith to be there!)

[@Nepthu]

@@metamorfoggie Someone asked Sarah about this. She said that Giles had another obligation and she wasn't sure why Faith wasn't invited since she wasn't the person in charge of contacting people.

[@darnellmajor9016]

@@Nepthu they really need to stop allowing these sort of events to take place (for the obvious) and just allow an official Buffy sponsorship or entity to run them.

[@jaydubbs8277]

Charisma carpenter does not age!!! God she is gorgeous😍😍😍😍

[@tokunaga432]

Check her out in the Angel reunion vids. Her legs are fabulous!

[@lextasy227]

THEY ALL LOOK SO GODDAMN GOOD

[@DavidJoneswhynotgoglobal]

Greatest TV show ever made. Funny, insightful, poignant. Beautifully written, acted and shot, and as fresh today as it was 20 years ago.

[@theprinceoftides6836]

Exactamundo, nailed it.

[@mskaylamichele92]

They all look so fucking good and hot in all that black. So good to see old cast and even Buffys mama in there too!!!

[@stgm]

I've listened to James Marsters/Spike for hundreds of hours as I listened to the Dresden Files audiobooks. Great stuff.

[@ivylasangrienta6093]

Same!

[@alessiocaiaffa]

The best tv series ever

[@sinfullheart37]

this show saved my life. I will forever be grateful for it.

[@charlesmcgehee3227]

This is a group of talented people. Most of them have evolved into very skilled and popular people in the industry. They all look great. Seth Green is a cool guy. James Marsters ? I see him all over TV these days. I wish Sarah Gellar was doing more stuff. But she is likely set for life. Great cast of true stars and movie/TV makers.

[@TheOrtoniteGirl]

i think I'm rewatching the show AGAIN

[@airamdelrosario4402]

Started watching this when i was very young... and now i'm still watching Joss Whedon's show's, from Dollhouse to Marvels Agents of Shield. Kudos to Joss' and the cast of Buffy. Happy 20... :)

[@timmycakes001]

This show will always be my favorite. Such a positive force in my life. The cast look amazing in this spread

[@valerieponce3015]

Holy fuck. Joyce didn't age AT ALL. I mean everyone looks great, but Joyce looks THE SAME.

[@dinavienna]

omg Charisma has no age. She must be a real demon 8-) She was almost 30 when playing a highschool student, and here she is in what must be her mid 40s ... she looks the most unchanged from the entire cast. Wow. Eliza Dushku's another such miracle, but sadly she s not part of the story here.

[@HabibaK786]

Mid 50’s I’m sure

[@GoblinsAreAGirlsBestFriend]

Aah! I'm not a fangirl I promise but when James Marsters said the show was a way for them to say through the television screen "you're not alone"... WHO'S CUTTING ONIONS! I didn't really fit anywhere as a teenager until I saw Buffy and Angel and it gave me the confidence I didn't have to fit anywhere... I could be whatever I wanted to be. I don't know who I'd be today as a 30 year old woman if I hadn't started watching these shows then!

[@bobmatteis4130]

Hey this is Bob in Connecticut and with the comic business booming like never before yes I gave up working because of comic books I was a bartender. This is the best time ever to have a Buffy the Vampire Slayer union it’s the best time to bring the shell back.🤗🤗🤗

[@GabyGibson]

Last year I met Nicholas Brandon at El Paso Comic Con. He was an incredibly nice guy, and he gives the best hugs.

[@Jongen.]

Good to know Gaby White.

[@Pgoddy]

I'm 34 now. Damn I miss those days

[@edgyteenagefangirl4874]

22

[@ewest9138]

20

[@tsxtina2919]

I love this. I just wished they would have done with Eliza Dushku and Anthony Stewart Head.

[@innlean3448]

Truth is, Spike understood Buffy on a whole different level! He did everything for her when he could have flied away and continue with his souless life. This character was very underated on the show. I am glad that people watching the show actually loved him and admired him!!

[@scifinerd17]

Everyone's aged very well surprisingly. Amber Benson and Charisma Carpenter both look as great as ever.

[@Brilleetoile]

So cute. This show is forever my fav. Buffy taught me so much and she was such a great role model to me. Long live BTVS !!

[@Jeff_Pryce]

It’s great to see Angel and Buffy reunite after all these years. Still my OTP couple. ❤

[@debbiepeter112]

Buffys mum is the only one who hasn't actually aged. How weird. They are still look good (well most of them) but she just looks amazing

[@keithmichael112]

she looks exactly how I remember her

[@CyrilNarayan]

Whats the purpose of commentig about peoples aging ? Why always doing this ? Aging seems to be a shame for some peoples 😳

[@carpediemearth]

What's the post of this immature comment, except insulting people aging? You and every single person on Earth ages.

[@Kay2be2mr]

Omg! As a woman I always saw Buffy as a role model, but it never once occurred to me that it could positively influence how a man might see a woman in a leadership role, or as a boss at work. No wonder they teach Buffy at universities. There are just so many angles to delve into.

[@lukeyboibatezy4960]

awwww its fantastic seeing the scooby gang all back together again after 20 years they all look great it bring back old memories they don't make tv shows like this anymore if only joss could PLEASE do something do something to make this 20 aniversory something to remember cause we never want to miss this show BUFFY SAVED THE WORLD ALOT

[@angelacornacchia2389]

Buffy still today is such an amazing show

[@MariMar132]

I just finished the whole series 😭 such a great cast and awesome writing. I loved loved loved this show!

[@Dancelover91]

1:19 Aww, they are so cute together, as always. Sarah and James really love each other!

[@bluefilmsltd]

Iconic series. The Golden Age of television owes a lot to Buffy The Vampire Slayer.

[@jonathanedward1642]

Wow, wouldn’t have thought to see Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy) with James Marsters (Spike). I’ve just had a tear come down my face. GO SPUFFY!

[@chetumalita91]

I started watching this show in 2001 when i was 10, It was my favorite TV show at the time and both Buffy and Willow were my role models and obviously i had a huge crush on Angel, this brings back so many great memories! So glad to see them all reunite and talk about this epic show! they all still look amazing!

[@ColleenCheung]

Cordy and An have not aged a minute

[@hollyc4765]

Colleen Cheung if you see a close up of her you can see it in her face. but she is still beautiful. I actually think angel has aged better.

[@angeljerifa9479]

Charisma carpenter does not age!!! God she is gorgeous😍😍😍😍

[@likeobvs]

I love how David is always talking and laughing with Charisma! Angel and Cordelia forever!

[@candidpepper]

Never thought I'd see the day Anya would hold a bunny xD

[@r0bw00d]

You didn't watch that one episode, then.

[@dandeayee3794]

OMG be still my Buffy loving heart ❤❤❤❤

[@kayleigh35]

I loved this show still do and now my daughter is really into it which I love because I was obsessed with it and of course Angel 😀

[@nicoregules]

ok, but where the hell is Faith!

[@dagameplayer]

No Giles or Wesley either.

[@MortalKoaster]

dagameplayer Wesley was there..

[@dagameplayer]

Dang I was looking but didn't see him you sure you didn't mistake him for Seth Green? nvm I see him now lol.

[@leannsingh6946]

2:02, Wesley

[@30seb93]

back in jail

[@yaya7yaya716]

Taraaaaaa! Look at those hands being on your Willow 😍😂 God someone needs to bring this show back on for us human to survive this world..... This show was a savior ❤️💪🏻✊🏻 I love this show I'm excited seeing this right now oh god 😱😱😱😱😱

[@midnightjustice1007]

Angel and Joyce have not aged one day. They’re the true vampires. And I almost teared up when I saw xander. Xander was the only character I related to, smart mouth, quick talking, no powers, normal dude

[@Danny4SoccerOhio]

I love this & soo glad there was a reunion!! I grew ^ watching this cult classic series courtesy of Sarah Michelle Geller :)

[@no_nameyouknow]

And they are none of them still acting except David Boreanaz. That man never stops.

[@clarahowson2911]

OH MY GOODNESS ANYA IS HOLDING A RABBIT.

[@mickydale8594]

I love how her and angel are holding pinkies lol..Buffy and angel were the best tv couple lol.shell choose him every time lol

[@preciouswilliams22]

This brings back such great memories growing up 😍😍 Some of the best tv characters ever: Spike, Buffy, Angel, Xander, Cordelia, Willow, etc.... Oh how I miss the 90s BTW, where's Giles & Faith???

[@stipV]

Ok they all look AMAZING but Charisma actually looks like she has not aged at all...like wtf?! She looks the same! Crazy!

[@paulmccloud9395]

Well she has has a significant amount of plastic surgery done.

[@benwasserman8223]

It is weird to see everyone looking exactly the same after 20 years. I love it 😍😍😍

[@uri0606]

Exactly? hmm

[@kj-marslander]

Nicholas Brendon looks 50. Sarah looks way older than Buffy, same with Allison. James Marsters and David Boreanaz still look the same as they did in 1999. the rest look a bit older. So... no, not the same at all.

[@benwasserman8223]

Karam J Ok it's not 100% identical but everyone mostly looks good for their ages. Especially Boreanez and Carpenter

[@michaellong9799]

Cordelia (Charisma) is still insanely beautiful.

[@meghanxox]

Love this show so much! It did make me feel not alone🖤

[@tylortylor5889]

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD!!!!!!! BRING THEM BACK!!!!! I MISS BUFFY AND ANGEL. Pisses me off cause they continue their stories in comic book form.

[@thecuriousgamingwarlock5026]

Charisma still has a rocking body! Beautiful that woman!

[@whatudoin1]

Nothing like a reunion to make everybody feel old Father time is undefeated

[@mando8000]

David (angel) looks really good has aged better than all of them Charisma still looks good Buffy looks good would be so amazing if they came together and made a movie can see Angel sitting on a throne in the beginning like Gabriel Belmont :-)

[@calhounsista6491]

Really? David's face looks like he drinks heavy

[@andrewkerr3836]

It's re-running on one of our channels here in the UK...still love it. 👍

[@JarlyShots]

im convinced David a vampire that kept the gem of amara to look that damn good. plus 20 years that would make me...never mind.

[@anthoindy2701]

Big Mistake by not inviting Eliza Dushku, Marc Blucas, Julie Benz, Mercedes McNab and Juliet Landau

[@Whitneypyant]

Marc was only on for two seasons and only had one guest appearance I believe in season 6. Darla dies in season 1.

[@AthenaGoddess]

@@Whitneypyant Darla was a regular fixture in the Angel spin off

[@JuanFatche]

@@AthenaGoddess This is the Buffy reunion.

[@Jongen.]

Then they have to bring all the characters back, but it is not possible. And if they invite Darla, but not Drusila for example isn't fair either. So only the main cast were invited.

[@katiegottfried1132]

Buffy was a badass and of course I was obsessed by Angel

[@ccburro1]

A wonderful show-amongst all the monsters and supernatural, so much heart and conveyance of the “human experience”.

[@veranaika]

After eatching it again in iflix, growing up watching buffy everynight, i was probably 7-8 when it came out. Good times. Good show

[@agmarkwell]

Most everyone looks so different! James/Spike, Amber/Tara, Alexis/Wesley, Michelle/Dawn in particular. It feels like just yesterday the show ended. I remember watching the series finale and my shocked reaction to Anya's death. I was a late "bloomer" with "Buffy" (I didn't get into it until the end of season 6 was airing), and to this day, Tara's death scene still makes me cry.

[@Marvel_vs_Capcom84]

agmarkwell no it feels like it's been awhile since the show ended on 2003..it deff feels like it's been well over 10years

[@mashupmashers]

i would like to see buffy and angel back together and have kids angel become human and get his wish to be with buffy his love

[@heathermctavish5718]

Yes thank god someone who share my feelings

[@samanthak9078]

I look at this in a different light now....

[@90salternativerock2]

Where's Anthony Stewart Head and Eliza Dushku??

[@stephanie6501]

I still watch this show daily Wtf I'm not the only one? I f*cking love Buffy. I don't want it to be remade. It was perfect. ❤️ thank you so much for making this show ❤️❤️❤️

[@chanelchalifoux8333]

MORE!!! 2 minutes isn't enough lol

[@anyabates8096]

My parents named me after Anya! 😂😂

[@juliedacosta9930]

I don't get why Eliza Dushku is nuit there. She was an amazing part of the show too.

[@balldalt]

I don't think she was ever one of the main cast members, always a guest star if I remember correctly. I think everyone here was in the opening credits at one point or another. But I do agree with you.

[@thrasherbuffy111]

PLEASE COME BACK ALL OF YOU PLEASE JUST ONE MORE TIME 7 SEASONS WASNT ENOUGH!!!! WE NEED TO SEE WHERE YOU ALL TURNED OUT PLEASE COME BACK PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE

[@seiyapegasus1796]

Sucesso total amo Buffy e Angel

[@matejkaspar7776]

Giles... Faith... Riley... :(

[@lolipop3123]

him 15 and buffy his for me the best tv show EVER ❤️❤️❤️

[@Kaidus4ce]

I'm so glad I have both shows on DVD as well as a Buffy video game; too bad they're no longer doing the show.

[@Nepthu]

Charisma is a goddess! DAMN!

[@mariaolivares2996]

Their voices haven't change at all

[@artfan101]

still my favorite show.

[@MrTEKKEN123456]

This is awesome! However I'd like to know where Eliza Dushku was and why she couldn't attend.

[@SteveJ2008]

Wrong. She's been clean for 8 years, so no.

[@lluewhyn]

She was probably in more episodes than Alexis Denisof, who is sort-of involved because of his presence on Angel plus being Alyson Hanigan's husband. People have noted Giles and Andrew missing. Seems no one else noticed Riley not being there either, lol. (poor Marc Blucas)

[@venikeque]

what a shame

[@Diana-mu7pc]

Andy Gabbana They invited Julie Benz (aka Darla) and she was probably (I'm not countin') in fewer episodes than Dushku.

[@dodo8585]

Julie is here !!!!! where

[@BloodofaFool]

this is so amazing but GD I feel old. they should've brought Eliza in on this. my life would be complete but she is still looking good these days. #fivebyfive

[@hammondsfromtexas]

Charisma carpenter is so beautiful

[@Zorianff9]

Awesome, missing characters: Giles, Jennifer, Faith, Riley, Wood But I'm glad Amber Benson made it, I'm still mad that Tara got killed off and I still wish her to come back to life in the comic book

[@stipV]

Ok I need this magazine

[@angelinasimte]

It's been over a decade now,time passes by so quickly 🙁

[@dainahmcguigan5266]

Buffys mummy looks the same

[@amberschannel4709]

Damn they all aged very well we could get a movie y’all come one angle and Buffy movie 🎥

[@wolfprincess5865]

They all look amazing, I love it, But where is Dawnie.

[@sollatare429]

THIS MADE ME SO EMOTIONAL

[@lisaspencer475]

Gosh, I miss them all.

[@michaelfarino763]

I wish Fred and Gunn would of been there too, for an Angel reunion too.

[@grease58]

Charisma Carpenter..........Holy %$#@! is she F@#$!-in GORGEOUS!!!!!

[@anafis7456]

Luv SMG sooo much 🥰🥰🥰🥰❤❤❤❤

[@albertodote9512]

Alyson still looks super young! I mean they look great but she's beyond nature. Angel is looking good too.

[@EderLorenoGomes]

Love, love Sarah, love Buffy

[@rfresa]

OMG, that threesome shot with Willow, Oz, and Tara! 😍 I think I need to go write some fanfiction...

[@juanluna2241]

David boreanaz and seth green 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@mayachristensen5428]

Love Angel 😍