Fans react as original Buffy the Vampire Slayer cast return for new project

Virgin Radio

13 Sep 2023, 21:10

It's time to rewind the VHS. Buffy the Vampire Slayer is on its way back, but not as we know it. Original cast members are teaming up to tell a new story 20 years on — but this time as an audio series.

Two decades after the show’s dramatic finale in 2003, make way for Audible’s Slayers: A Buffyverse Story.

Based on the slaying adventures of vampire, Spike, James Marsters will lead the way and reprise his role alongside OGs including Anthony Head (Giles), Charisma Carpenter (Cordelia), Juliet Landau (Drusilla), Emma Caulfield (Anya), Amber Benson (Tara), James Charles Leary (Clem) and Danny Strong (Jonathan). Newcomer Laya DeLeon Hayes will be playing a new Slayer.

Marsters told EW: “I’m ecstatic to be back with my dear friends for this next chapter in the Buffyverse, as we take listeners on a familiar but unexpected journey chock full of horror, passion, and mischief.

“I’m excited for old and new fans to experience this beloved world of vampire slaying like never before, brought to life through immersive audio storytelling.”

The upcoming audio offering 'follows Spike as he goes back undercover in Los Angeles, quickly getting his cover compromised by a 16-year-old. Finding himself back on babysitting duties, he comes across the parallel reality where Buffy and Cordelia once reigned supreme'.

"Slayers: A Buffyverse Story offers a fresh, dynamic take on a cult-classic that takes listeners on a fun and nostalgic ride," Rachel Ghiazza, Chief Content Officer at Audible, said. "The all-star cast reprising beloved roles, as well as newcomers, bring to life a storyline that will entertain fans of the original series and pull in first-time Sunnydale visitors."

Fans commented: "Cool they brought back the original cast!"

A second added: "Whatttt. This legit?"

A third penned: "I have SO many questions… Does this follow on from the comics? Will it follow on from Angel? Too excited!!!"

Slayers will be available on Audible on October 12.