Sarah Michelle Gellar is set to return as Buffy Summers in the upcoming Hulu reboot of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." The sequel, announced in February 2025, will feature Gellar in a recurring role.
Chloé Zhao, the Oscar-winning director, will helm the pilot episode. The script is being written by Nora and Lilla Zuckerman. The reboot will focus on a new Slayer, with Buffy Summers in a supporting capacity.
Gellar has indicated that production is moving forward rapidly. She has also been selected to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2026, recognizing her contributions to the entertainment industry.