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Buffy The Vampire Slayer (1997)

Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a supernatural comedy-drama series released in 1997. The show follows the exploits of Buffy, a woman born into a line of "Slayers" destined to do battle with vampires, demons, and monsters. Aided by her close group of friends and a Watcher who helps her hone her craft, the crew solves mysteries and battles the forces of evil to protect their town - and the world.

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Buffy The Vampire Slayer
Action
Comedy
Drama
Horror
Supernatural

Cast
Sarah Michelle Gellar , Nicholas Brendon , Alyson Hannigan , Charisma Carpenter , Dan Rubin , David Boreanaz , Seth Green , James Marsters
Release Date
March 10, 1997
Seasons
7
Network
The WB
Writers
Joss Whedon
Directors
Joss Whedon
Showrunner
Joss Whedon

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