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Regular Cast
Sarah Michelle Gellar .... Buffy Summers
Nicholas Brendon .... Xander Harris
Alyson Hannigan .... Willow Rosenberg
Emma Caulfield .... Anya Emerson/Anyaka (1999-)
David Boreanaz .... Angel/Angelus (1997-1999)
Marc Blucas .... Riley Finn (1999-2000)
Charisma Carpenter .... Cordelia Chase (1997-1999)
Seth Green .... Daniel 'Oz' Osborne (1997-2000)
Michelle Trachtenberg .... Dawn Summers (2000-)
James Marsters .... Spike/William the Bloody (1997-1998, 1999-)
Anthony Head .... Rupert Giles (1997-2001)
Amber Benson .... Tara Maclay (1999- )
Julie Benz .... Darla (1997, 1998, 2000)
Lindsay Crouse .... Professor Maggie Walsh (1999-2000)
Alexis Denisof .... Wesley Wyndham-Price (1999)
Eliza Dushku .... Faith, the Vampire Slayer (1998-1999, 2000)
Harry Groener .... Mayor Richard Wilkens III (1998-1999, 2000)
George Hertzberg .... Adam (2000)
Clare Kramer .... Glory (2000-2001)
Robia La Morte .... Jenny Calendar (1997-1998)
Armin Shimerman .... Principal R. Snyder (1997-1999, 2000)
Kristine Sutherland .... Joyce Summers (1997-2001)
Charlie Weber .... Ben (2000-2001)
*Buffy was screened in the US on the WB Network from Seasons 1 - 5. Season 6 (2001) onwards, the show moved to UPN after a bidding war with WB
Season One
Welcome to
Hellmouth
SPECIAL TWO-HOUR SERIES PREMIERE -- Picking up where the feature film left off, Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and her mom (Kristine Sutherland) move to Sunnydale, California, for a fresh start, unaware of the evil lurking in this quiet suburb. Somewhat reluctant in her role as the slayer, Buffy quickly makes friends and enemies at her new school. While also meeting her new "Watcher," Giles (Anthony Stewart Head), the mercurial school librarian, her newly assembled team encounters the ever-abundant unearthly creatures in Sunnydale. Screenwriter of the feature film, Joss Whedon, penned both episodes, with "Welcome to Hellmouth" directed by Charles Martin Smith and "Harvest" directed by John Kretchmer
Welcome To The
Hellmouth Part 2: The Harvest
SPECIAL TWO-HOUR SERIES PREMIERE -- Picking up where the feature film left off, Buffy Summers (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and her mom (Kristine Sutherland) move to Sunnydale, California, for a fresh start, unaware of the evil lurking in this quiet suburb. Somewhat reluctant in her role as the slayer, Buffy quickly makes friends and enemies at her new school. While also meeting her new "Watcher," Giles (Anthony Stewart Head), the mercurial school librarian, her newly assembled team encounters the ever-abundant unearthly creatures in Sunnydale. Screenwriter of the feature film, Joss Whedon, penned both episodes, with "Welcome to Hellmouth" directed by Charles Martin Smith and "Harvest" directed by John Kretchmer
The Witch
CHEERLEADER FROM HELL - When students start dropping out of cheerleading tryouts by spontaneously combusting, going blind and losing the power of speech, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and her posse suspect a powerful witch is in their midst. Buffy herself soon becomes the target of a deadly spell as they discover the witch's true identity. Meanwhile, Xander finally musters up the nerve to ask Buffy out on a date but in the throes of a witch's spell, Buffy's response isn't exactly as he'd hoped. Anthony Stewart Head, Alyson Hannigan and Charisma Carpenter also star. Dana Reston wrote the episode directed by Stephen Gragg
Teacher's Pet
A substitute teacher’s infatuation with Xander is flattering to the lovesick teen, but alarming to Buffy. Written by David Greenwalt - Directed by Bruce Seth Green
Never Kill a Boy on the First
Date
A CRANKY SLAYER IS A CARELESS SLAYER - Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) tries to maintain some semblance of a normal teenage social life by opting for a hot date instead of helping Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) protect Sunnydale from a violent vampire prophecy. As she's blinded by love, Buffy ignores the signs of the dark forces aligning against her. Meanwhile, while Buffy's being romanced, The Master (guest star Mark Metcalf) is plotting her demise by invoking the wrath of the "Anointed One," a great warrior vampire who is The Master's most powerful weapon against the slayer. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannnigan and Charisma Carpenter also star. David Semal directed the episode written by Rob des Hotel and Dean Batali
The Pack
WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE - When Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and the rest of Sunnydale High endure the annual field trip to the zoo, Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and some other kids sneak into the quarantined hyena exhibit, but leave in an altered state. It's up to Buffy, Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) and Willow (Alyson Hannigan) to discover the cause behind Xander's bizarre behavior and reverse the transformation before it's too late. Meanwhile, Xander's new aggressive demeanor doesn't play well with his old friends. Charisma Carpenter also stars. Charles Martin Smith directed the episode written by Matt Kiene and Joe Reinmeyer
Angel
LOVE STINKS -- While Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) grows more and more annoyed with Angel's (David Boreanaz) mysterious disappearing act, she can't deny her growing obsession with him. Meanwhile, it's killing Xander (Nicholas Brendon) that Buffy doesn't have a clue how he feels about her and, as he vents his frustrations to Willow (Alyson Hannigan), she knows all too well how he feels. And in the underworld, The Master (guest star Mark Metcalf) is incensed that Buffy has taken the lives of so many members of his family, and he summons warrior vampires to annihilate her. Anthony Stewart Head and Charisma Carpenter also star. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by David Greenwalt
I, Robot -- You, Jane
INTO THE GREAT WIDE OPEN - Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) face a demon spirit who has been trapped since the Dark Ages and is unleashed into cyberspace. Meanwhile, Willow (Alyson Hannigan) has fallen for a cyber-beau whom she met online and Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Buffy are wary of who this anonymous wooer may turn out to be. Charisma Carpenter also stars. Scott Brazil directed the episode written by Ashley Gable and Thomas A. Swyden
The Puppet Show
IF I ONLY HAD A BRAIN - Sunnydale High School's annual talent show serves as a backdrop for murder when Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) must catch a knife-wielding stealer of human organs (guest-star Burke Roberts). Meanwhile, the new principal (guest-star Armin Shimerman) is a discipline-loving brute who forces Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) to run the talent show and orders Buffy, Xander (Nicholas Brendon), and Willow (Alyson Hannigan) to perform. Charisma Carpenter also stars. Ellen Pressman directed the episode written by Dean Batali and Rob des Hotel
Nightmares
NIGHTMARE AT SUNNYDALE HIGH - The world of nightmares and reality become one when everyone in Sunnydale is living out their worst fears. While Xander (Nicholas Brendon) comes to school in his underwear and Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) is unable to read, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) must unravel the mystery before reality folds completely into the world of nightmares. Alyson Hannigan and Charisma Carpenter also star. Bruce Seth Green directed the episode with the story by Joss Whedon and teleplay by David Greenwalt
Out Of Mind, Out Of Sight
THE INVISIBLE GIRL - Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) become unlikely allies to combat an invisible spirit that has targeted Cordelia and everyone around her. Meanwhile, Angel (David Boreanaz) goes to Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) to warn him that Buffy could be in grave danger. Nicholas Brendon and Alyson Hannigan also star. Reza Badiyi directed the episode with the story by Joss Whedon and teleplay by Ashley Gable & Tom Swyden
Prophecy Girl
A HEART-STOPPING SEASON FINALE - Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) wants to resign from her life of slaying when Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) uncovers an ancient prophesy that spells out her deadly fate, as the Master's (guest star Mark Metcalf) ascension from the Hellmouth is at hand. As the earth begins to crack open, Xander (Nicholas Brendon), Willow (Alyson Hannigan) and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) face an army of demons and the prophetic end of the world. Meanwhile, Xander finally asks Buffy to the prom with equally disastrous consequences. Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode
Season Two
When She Was Bad
BACK TO SCHOOL -- When Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) returns home to Sunnydale after a spending the summer away, Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Willow (Alyson Hannigan) become concerned with her disturbingly cold and distant behavior. Meanwhile, Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) and Sunnydale High teacher Ms. Calendar (guest star Robin LaMorte) are kidnapped and Buffy is convinced that the fight to protect them and the world from the undead is hers alone. Still
reluctant to risk getting close to Angel (David Boreanaz), Buffy turns him away before either one can express his or her true feelings. Anthony Stewart Head also stars. Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode
Some Assembly Required
LAND OF THE LIVING DEAD -- When the body parts of dead girls are discovered missing from their graves, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and her posse discover that the parts are being used to create the perfect woman, with the final touch being Cordelia's (Charisma Carpenter) head. Meanwhile, Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) finally musters the nerve to ask fellow teacher Ms. Calendar (Robia La Morte) out on a date and Angel (David Boreanaz) admits his jealousy over the amount of time Buffy spends with Xander (Nicholas Brendon). Alyson Hannigan also stars. Ty King wrote the episode directed by Bruce Seth Green
School Hard
PARENTS IN THE NIGHT -- When parent-teacher night is interrupted by uninvited guests, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) must protect her fellow students, the principal (Armin Shimerman) and her mother (Kristine Sutherland) while keeping her secret. Meanwhile, Angel's (David Boreanaz) old friends, Spike (guest star James Marsters) and Drusilla (guest star Juliet Landau) visit Sunnydale for The Night Of Saint Vigeous - the holy night of attack. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter and Anthony Stewart Head also star. Joss Whedon and David Greenwalt wrote the story with teleplay by David Greenwalt and directed by John Kretchmer
Inca Mummy Girl
MUMMY MAY I -- Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) are suspicious of Ampata (guest star Ara Celi), a Peruvian exchange student staying at Buffy's house, when a fellow student goes missing during a school field trip to the Natural History Musueum and a broken Peruvian pictogram-cover plate is found in his place. Meanwhile, after Xander (Nicholas Brendon) falls head over heels for Ampata, he faces certain death when his love interest is revealed to be an ancient mummy who must kill to stay alive. Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter and David Boreanaz also star. Ellen S. Pressman directed the episode written by Matt Kiene and Joe Reinkemeyer
Reptile Boy
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST -- Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) become unlikely party pals when at a fraternity bash they are offered as human sacrifices to Machida (guest star Robin Atkin Downes), a horrible half-man, half-snake creature. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, David Boreanaz and Anthony Stewart Head also star. David Greenwalt wrote and directed the episode
Halloween
TRICK OR TREAT -- Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar), Willow (Alyson Hannigan) and Xander (Nicholas Brendon) are recruited by Principal Snyder (Armin Shimerman) to trick-or-treat with the neighborhood kids, but the night doesn't turn out as they had planned when Buffy's costume causes her to lose her slaying ability and the other kids transform into their costume characters. Meanwhile, when Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) begins to paste together the night's events, he learns that it's his past that is making this a very haunted Halloween. Charisma Carpenter and David Boreanaz also star. Bruce Seth Green directed the episode written by Carl Ellsworth
Lie To Me
LOVE OR LIES -- Buffy's (Sarah Michelle Gellar) fifth grade flame, Billy "Ford" Fordham (guest-star Jason Behr), unexpectedly arrives in Sunnydale with one motive: to deliver Buffy to Spike (James Marsters) in exchange for the immortal life of a vampire. Meanwhile, Buffy and Angel (David Boreanaz) confront their feelings for each other and Angel owns up to his past relationship with Drusilla (Juliet Landau). Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode
The Dark Age
RUNNING FROM THE PAST -- Giles' (Anthony Stewart Head) quiet existence in Sunnydale is jeopardized when a murder victim, who is found to be linked to Giles' past, is discovered on the steps of the school library. Meanwhile, when the Mark of Eyghon Ñ a demon that takes possession of a dead host Ñ takes over Ms. Calendar (recurring star Robia LaMorte), Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Angel (David Boreanaz) discover the one way to save her soul. Alyson Hannigan, Nicholas Brendon and Charisma Carpenter also star. Bruce Seth Green directed the episode written by Dean Batali and Rob DesHotel.
What's My Line? (pt. 1)
LOVE AT STAKE -- In part one of a two-part episode, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Angel (David Boreanaz) finally go out on their first date; Angel sets out to hunt down his rival, Spike (guest star James Marsters), however, unbeknownst to Angel, Spike and his new recruits are determined to capture him in hopes of helping the frail Drusilla (guest star Juliet Landau); and Buffy encounters her new ally, Kendra (guest star Bianca Lawson, "Saved by the Bell: The New Class"). Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter and Anthony Stewart Head also star. David Solomon directed the episode written by Howard Gordon and Marti Noxon
What's My Line? (pt. 2)
LOVE AT STAKE -- In this conclusion of a two-part episode, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) reluctantly confronts Kendra (guest star Bianca Lawson, "Saved by the Bell: The New Class") the new vampire slayer, only to find that the two are polar opposites in every way. Much to Buffy's chagrin, she must join forces with Kendra to save the man who means the most to her Ñ Angel (David Boreanaz). Meanwhile, with Buffy on the hunt, Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) are left to wait at Buffy's home where they have a close encounter of their own kind. Alyson Hannigan and Anthony Stewart Head also star. David Semel directed the episode written by Marti Noxon
Ted
JOHN RITTER GUEST-STARS --
The whole gang falls for Buffy's (Sarah Michelle Gellar) mom's (Kristine Sutherland) new boyfriend, Ted (guest star John Ritter, "Three's Company") Ñ everyone, that is, except Buffy, who suspects there may be more to him than meets the eye. Meanwhile, Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) tries to repair his relationship with Ms. Calendar (Robia LaMorte) after her near-death experience with a demon; and still reluctant to let anyone know about their romantic involvement, Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) continue to hide their rendezvous from their friends. Alyson Hannigan and David Boreanaz also star. Bruce Seth Green directed the episode written by David Greenwalt and Joss Whedon
Bad Eggs
THERE'S SOMETHING ROTTEN IN SUNNYDALE --
Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and the gang are introduced to parenting through a school assignment that takes a very rotten turn. Meanwhile, two wild west vampires (guest stars Jeremy Ratchford and James Parks) come to town hunting for Buffy. At the same time, romance is in the air when Buffy and Angel (David Boreanaz) continue to rendenzvous and Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) keep their liaison in the closet. Alyson Hannigan and Anthony Stewart Head also star. David Greenwalt directed the episode written by Marti Noxon
Surprise
PART ONE OF A NOT TO BE MISSED TWO-PART EPISODE --
The fate of the world is at stake when Spike (recurring star James Marsters) and Drusilla (recurring star Juliet Landau) gather the dismembered body parts of The Judge (guest star Brian Thompson) Ñ a demon with a deadly touch Ñ from the ends of the earth as their ultimate weapon to extinguish The Slayer (Sarah Michelle Gellar). Meanwhile, Angel's (David Boreanaz) ability to feel human emotion is in jeopardy when he and Buffy share an intimate moment which threatens to destroy his soul. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter and Anthony Stewart Head also star. Michael Lange directed the episode written by Marti Noxon.
Innocence
THE CONCLUSION OF A SHOCKING TWO PART EPISODE --
After Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) shares an intimate moment with Angel (David Boreanaz) which extinguishes his human soul, she is left with the realization that she must destroy the now-evil Angel who has transformed into his previous persona of Angelus. Meanwhile, Giles' (Anthony Stewart Head) relationship with Jenny Calendar (recurring star Robia La Morte) takes on a new twist when he discovers that she is a member of the gypsy family who gave Angel his human soul, and Willow's (Alyson Hannigan) hopes of a relationship with Xander (Nicholas Brendon) are dashed when she discovers Xander and Cordelia's (Charisma Carpenter) secret romance. Joss Wheldon wrote and directed the epsiode
Phases
WEREWOLF IN SUNNYDALE --
When a werewolf descends upon the city of Sunnydale, it is up to Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and the gang to protect the mostly-human being from an evil poacher (guest star Jack Conley) who is hunting the animal for sport. Meanwhile, much to Xander's (Nicholas Brendon) dismay, Willow (Alyson Hannigan) turns her romantic interests to Oz (guest star Seth Green), unaware of the danger she is about to face. Charisma Carpenter, Anthony Stuart Head, and David Boreanaz also star. Written by Rob DesHotel and Dean Batali - Directed by Bruce Seth Green
Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered
EVERYONE LOVES XANDER --
When Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) succumbs to peer pressure and breaks off her tryst with Xander (Nicholas Brendon), on Valentine's Day, he convinces a witch (guest star Elizabeth Anne Allen) to put a spell on Cordelia which will make her fall in love with him. But when the spell backfires, the women in Sunnydale, except Cordelia, and including Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Drusilla (recurring star Juliet Landau) begin to see Xander in a whole new light. Alyson Hannigan, David Borenaz and Anthony Stewart Head also star. Written by Marti Nixon - Directed by James A. Contner
Passion
IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT --
Angel's (David Boreanaz) obsession with tormenting Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) takes a dangerous turn when he starts edging closer to her heart - and home, forcing Buffy to have a serious talk with her mom (Kristine Sutherland). Meanwhile, Jenny (Robia La Morte) is doing everything in her power to right her wrongs, especially the one with Giles (Anthony Stewart Head). Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter also star. Written by Ty King - Directed by Michael Gershman
Killed By Death
THE GHOST OF CHILDHOOD PAST --
Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) is admitted to the hospital with a raging fever where she encounters a young child (guest-star Andrew Ducote) who brings with him nightmares of Buffy's past and present. Meanwhile, a jealous Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) looks on as Xander (Nicholas Brendon) protects a weakened Buffy from Angel's fury. Alyson Hannigan and Anthony Stewart Head. Written by Rob DesHotel and Dea Batali - Directed by Deran Sarafian
I Only Have Eyes For You
LOVE IS FOREVER --
Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) encounters a tortured spirit haunting the halls of Sunnydale High and recruits her friends to help the bitter spirit in its quest for peace. Meanwhile, Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) is filled with anguish when he believes the spiritual being is Jenny trapped and trying to impart a final message to him from the beyond. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz also stars. Written by Marti Noxon - Directed by James Whitmore Jr.
Go Fish
When a monster starts preying on members of the high school swim team, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) takes it upon herself to become the protector of the star players. Meanwhile, Xander (Nicholas Brendon) goes undercover to discover the truth about the missing teammates and ends up revealing a rarely seen side of himself. Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz and Anthony Stewart Head also star. Written by David Fury and Elin Hampton - Directed by David Semel
Becoming (Part One of a Two-Part Season Finale)
PART 1 OF A HEART POUNDING SEASON FINALE --
A web of conspiracy, suspense and heart break surround the second season finale of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer." Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) determines the time has come to destroy Angel (David Boreanaz) and must ascertain if she is ready to sacrifice all she knows to be true to do so, but her decision is further entangled when Willow (Alyson Hannigan) uncovers the secret that may restore Buffy's former beloved. Elsewhere, Angel chooses to unearth an evil demon that could swallow the earth and all of the beings, rather than return to the arms of his former lover. Nicholas Brendon, Charisma Carpetner and Anthony Stewart Head also star. Written and Directed by Joss Whedon
Becoming (Part Two of a Two-Part Season Finale)
PART 2 OF A HEART POUNDING SEASON FINALE --
The suspense continues as hell prepares to swallow the world and Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) is left alone to stop it. With Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) in the hands of the enemy and Angel (David Boreanaz) primed for destruction, our slayer is forced into some treacherous alliances and faced with life-changing decisions. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, and Charisma Carpenter also star. Written and Directed by Joss
Whedon.
Season Three
Anne
WHERE NOBODY KNOWS YOUR NAME - Trying to escape who she is, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) finds herself in a city far from home where she is forced to once again face her destiny to battle a demonic force threatening inner-city kids living on the streets. Back in Sunnydale at the onset of senior year, Willow (Alyson Hannigan), Xander (Nicholas Brendon), Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) and Oz (Seth Green) try to keep the vampire population in check without getting themselves killed, while Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) searches for leads on Buffy's whereabouts. Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode.
Dead Man's Party
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD - After months of being away, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) finds life back in Sunnydale less than welcoming with Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Willow (Alyson Hannigan) involved in their own romantic twosomes and Principal Snyder (recurring guest star Armin Shimerman) sticking to his guns about expelling her from school. Despite the awkward reunion, the gang must try to come together to face a new undead threat. Charisma Carpenter, Seth Green and Anthony Stewart Head also star. James Whitmore Jr. directed the episode written by Marti Noxon.
Faith, Hope & Trick
NEW KIDS IN TOWN - Just as Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) tries to return to her normal life of going to school, hanging out with friends and saving the world, she is faced with the arrival of an ancient, cloven-hoofed villain (guest star Jeremy Roberts) and his blood-sucking sidekick, Mr. Trick (guest star K. Todd Freeman). Another new Sunnydale arrival, Faith (guest star Eliza Dushku), helps Buffy in her battle against the unspeakable demons and ingratiates herself into every aspect of Buffy's life. Nicholas Brendan, Anthony Stewart Head, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz and Seth Green also star. James A. Contner directed the episode written by David Greenwalt.
Beauty and the Beasts
ALL MEN ARE BEASTS - When a Sunnydale High student is found savagely mauled in the woods, Willow (Alyson Hannigan) fears that Oz (Seth Green) in werewolf mode might somehow be responsible for the violent murder. Meanwhile, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) secretly discovers that Angel (David Boreanaz) has returned after 100 years of hellish torture, and she suspects that he is the murderous culprit, Nicholas Brendon, Charisma Carpenter and Anthony Stewart Head also star, James Whitmore Jr. directed the episode written by Marti Noxon.
Homecoming
THE THRILL OF THE HUNT - With Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) flaunting her sure win in the race for Homecoming Queen, she awakens the Prom Queen from within Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar), who tries to enlist the entire gang to help her show Cordy how it's done, but some of their allegiances may be elsewhere. Meanwhile, the blood-sucking Mr. Trick (guest star K. Todd Freeman) assembles a host of killers in Sunnydale for a thrilling hunt to the death to bring down the two slayers. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, David Boreanaz, Seth Green and Anthony Stewart Head also star. David Greenwalt wrote and directed the episode.
Band Candy
AGE BEFORE DEMON - Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) is forced to grow up even faster when Mr. Trick (guest star K. Todd Freeman) executes a devious plot to render the town defenseless by causing Sunnydale's adult population to inexplicably behave as irresponsible adolescents. Meanwhile, Buffy struggles to keep Angel's (David Boreanaz) return and recovery a secret while her mom (Kristine Sutherland) and Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) conspire to schedule her 24 hours a day. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter and Seth Green also star. Michael Lange directed the episode written by Jane
Espenson.
Revelations
TOUGH LOVE - Tempers run hot when the gang learns of Angel's (David Boreanaz) return and Buffy's (Sarah Michelle Gellar) harboring this vicious killer, but they all must band together to fight a demon who has arrived in Sunnydale in search of a highly powerful weapon. Meanwhile, Faith (guest star Eliza Dushku) meets her new watcher (guest star Serena Scott Thomas), a brisk Englishwoman who is disdainful of Giles' (Anthony Stewart Head) haphazard operations. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter and Seth Green also star. James A. Contner directed the episode written by Douglas Petrie.
Lovers Walk
SPIKE'S BACK - Just as Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) enjoys a minute to revel in her S.A.T. scores and ponder her bright future, the underworld version of Sid Vicious, Spike (guest star James Marsters), returns to Sunnydale a fallen man, a pathetic shell of his former self who has been left in the dust by his love Drusilla and is back to punish every one who is to blame, especially Angel (David Boreanaz). Meanwhile, Willow (Alyson Hannigan) prepares a de-lusting spell to keep her and Xander's (Nicholas Brendon) hormones in check during a double bowling date with Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) and Oz (Seth Green). Anthony Stewart Head also stars. David Semel directed the episode written by Dan
Vebber.
The Wish
BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR - Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned-Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter), wanting to be rid of all things Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and his spooky entourage, decides that all of her troubles started when Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) moved to Sunnydale and wishes that historic event never actually happened. Not knowing that a an evil genie would grant her fateful wish, Cordelia is transported into an altered reality in which the Hellmouth is open and The Master (guest star Mark Metcalf) is alive and ruling, with Willow (Alyson Hannigan) and Xander as his undead minions. Anthony Stewart Head, David Boreanaz and Seth Green also star. David Greenwalt directed the episode written by Marti Noxon.
Amends
THE GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS PAST - As Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and her friends make plans for a quiet Christmas vacation, Angel (David Boreanaz) is haunted by visions of his violent, demonic past, including the ghost of Jenny Calendar (guest star Robia LaMorte). Meanwhile, Willow (Alyson Hannigan) goes to great, seductive lengths to try to convince Oz (Seth Green) that he is the one for her; and Xander (Nicholas Brendon) painfully adjusts to his life without Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter). Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode.
Gingerbread
THE SUNNYDALE WITCH HUNT - Picking the worst possible night for a surprise "mother-daughter bonding" visit with Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar), Joyce (Kristine Sutherland) is haunted by the discovery of two murdered children and feels compelled to take drastic action. When Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) suggests that the killings appear to be an occult sacrifice, Joyce rallies the entire adult population of Sunnydale behind a Salem-like witch hunt, leading the murderous mob directly to Willow (Alyson Hannigan) and Buffy. Nicholas Brendon, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz and Seth Green also star. James Whitmore Jr. directed the episode, teleplay by Jane Esperson, story by Thania St. John & Jane
Esperson.
Helpless
COMING OF AGE - For her upcoming 18th birthday, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) eschews her friends' offer of a big party, hoping to celebrate with quiet reflection and a traditional trip to the ice show with her father. But unbeknownst to Buffy, preparations are being made for a life-threatening rite of passage that drains the slayer of her powers and then entraps her with a powerful vampire foe that she must defeat in a defenseless state in order to pass the test. Nicholas Brendon, Anthony Stewart Head, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz and Seth Green also star. James A. Contner directed the episode written by David Fury.
The Zeppo
ODD MAN OUT - Xander's (Nicholas Brendon) lack of slaying superpowers has him feeling painfully expendable, but his quest to prove he's cool leads him to an unforgettable night that finds him consorting with fast women, raising the dead and rolling with a dangerous crowd that could put Sunnydale in a world of hurt. Meanwhile, Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar), Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) and the rest of the crew engage in a furious battle with an all-female apocalypse cult that intends to reopen the Hellmouth and bring about the end of the world. Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz and Seth Green also star. James Whitmore Jr. directed the episode written by Dan
Vebber.
Bad Girls
TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE - A taste of the wild life leaves Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) wanting more, and while Sunnydale is being inhabited by a long-dead demon and his vampire minions, Buffy follows Faith (Eliza Dushku) into her irresponsible world of reckless slaying abandon. Meanwhile, Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) fights to maintain his sanity in the face of the pompous and stuffy new watcher (guest star Alexis Denisof), while Willow (Alyson Hannigan), Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Oz (Seth Green) ponder their options for life after high school. Charisma Carpenter and David Boreanaz also star. Michael Lange directed the episode written by Douglas Petrie.
Consequences
KEEP THE FAITH - Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) is haunted by the consequences of her and Faith's (Eliza Dushku) reckless behavior as she battles with Faith's apparent lack of remorse to keep her from continuing on her destructive path. Meanwhile, the new watcher Wesley (guest star Alexis Denisof) overrides Giles' (Anthony Stewart Head) objections and instructs Buffy and Faith to get to the bottom of the recent murder, while the Mayor (guest star Harry Groener) and Trick (guest star K. Todd Freeman) are thrilled by the possibility of imprisoning a slayer for the murder. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz and Seth Green also star. Michael Gershman directed the episode written by Marti Noxon.
Doppelgängland
A VAMPIRE WILLOW PREYS ON SUNNYDALE - Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and the real Willow must save the day when from the bleak alternate universe in which vampires rule Sunnydale, Willow's (Alyson Hannigan) blood-sucking doppelganger is brought forth into this world and wreaks havoc and confusion on Sunnydale. Meanwhile, Buffy goes into full training mode so she can ace out Faith (Eliza Dushku) on the Watchers Council tests, while Faith's unholy new alliance is already paying handsome dividends. Nicholas Brendon, Anthony Stewart Head, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz and Seth Green also star. Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode.
Enemies
DARK ANGEL - Faith (Eliza Dushku) and the Mayor's (guest star Harry Groener) secret alliance becomes an all-powerful triumvirate of evil against Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) when they conspire to rob Angel (David Boreanaz) of his soul. Meanwhile, Giles (Anthony Stewart Head) has unofficially resumed his role as Watcher, as Wesley (guest star Alexis Denisof) is distracted from his sacred duties by Cordelia's (Charisma Carpenter) amorous attention. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan and Seth Green also star. David Grossman directed the episode written by Douglas Petrie.
Earshot
PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS - A near-fatal run-in with a pair of oozy, mouthless demons unexpectedly leaves Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) with the awesome ability to hear other people's thoughts, but this newfound power ultimately threatens to overwhelm and destroy her as the cacophony of thoughts isolates her from the rest of the world and drives her to the brink of insanity. When Buffy's clairvoyance unearths a potential mass murder plan at the school, Giles (Anthony Stewart Head), Willow (Alyson Hannigan) and the rest of the gang spring into action to locate the would-be killer and thwart a schoolyard massacre, while Angel (David Boreanaz) endeavors to keep Buffy from spiraling into telepathy-induced madness. Nicholas Brendon, Charisma Carpenter and Seth Green also star. Regis Kimble directed the episode written by Jane
Espenson.
Choices
THERE'S NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT - Since Faith's (Eliza Dushku) turn to the dark side seems to have put the proverbial kibosh on Buffy's (Sarah Michelle Gellar) chances of ever getting out of Sunnydale to go away to college, Buffy decides to launch an offensive and shut down the Mayor's (recurring guest star Harry Groener) plans for "Ascension." Meanwhile, plans for the future are the order of the day, as Willow (Alyson Hannigan) tries to choose among a bevy of college acceptances, Xander (Nicholas Brendon) prepares to hit the road on a Kerouac-inspired adventure and Buffy and Angel (David Boreanaz) refuse to face the insurmountable obstacles to a successful life together. Anthony Stewart Head, Charisma Carpenter and Seth Green also star. James A. Contner directed the episode written by David Fury.
The Prom
DEVIL IN A PROM DRESS - Spring has definitely sprung in Sunnydale as talk turns to all things Prom, and while Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Angel grapple (David Boreanaz) with the impossibility of a future together, she is determined on keeping a villain intent on crashing the Prom from ruining her friends' perfect high school moment. Meanwhile, a chance encounter between Xander (Nicholas Brendon) and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) may have reopened their lines of communication, but he is saddled with a demonic Prom date (recurring guest star Emma Caulfield, "Beverly Hills, 90210"), while Cordy only has eyes for the new watcher Wesley (recurring guest star Alexis Denisof). Anthony Stewart Head, Alyson Hannigan and Seth Green also star. David Solomon directed the episode written by Marti Noxon.
Graduation Day, Part 1
AN ELECTRIFYING TWO-PART SEASON FINALE - As Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar), Willow (Alyson Hannigan), Xander (Nicholas Brendon), Oz (Seth Green) and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) ready for their long-awaited graduation day, the Mayor (recurring guest star Harry Groener) makes preparations for his Ascension and transformation into pure demon at the climax of his commencement address to the Class of 1999. With the fate of the world in true peril, Buffy is distracted from her purpose when Angel (David Boreanaz) is weakened with a lethal poison, and
it's slayer against slayer when Buffy faces Faith (Eliza Dushku) for what may be the last time. Anthony Stewart Head also stars. Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode.
Graduation Day, Part 2
ASCENSION IS AT HAND IN THIS GRIPPING CONCLUSION - As the hours tick away to the fateful graduation of Sunnydale High School's Class of 1999, the impending doom of the Mayor's (recurring guest star Harry Groener) ascension and transformation into pure demon hangs heavy with Buffy (Sarah Michelle Gellar). With Angel (David Boreanaz) near death, Buffy must risk her own life and defy the orders of the Watchers Council in order lead a campaign to save the world. Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Anthony Stewart Head, Charisma Carpenter and Seth Green also star. Joss Whedon wrote and directed the episode.
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