Amidst all of the Vampire-centric TV shows and movies like True Blood, The Vampire Diaries (which doesn't really count because it's a complete rip-off), and of course, Twilight, it's easy to forget the first really popular TV show about Vampires.

I'm of course referring to the now-classic Joss Whedon drama/comedy Buffy the Vampire Slayer. If you are looking to refresh your memory, you can watch Buffy the Vampire Slayer Online for free. You can actually watch the whole series, which is pretty cool.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer starred Sarah Michelle Gellar as the titular Buffy the Vampire Slayer.  A host of other young stars like Michelle Trachtenberg, David Boreanaz, Seth Green and other had various roles during the seven year run of Buffy.

Buffy starred:

Sarah Michelle Gellar (Buffy)

Michelle Trachtenberg (Dawn Summers)

Nicholas Brendan (Xander Harris)

Alyson Hannigan (Willow Rosenberg)

Charisma Carpenter (Cordelia Chase) 

David Boreanaz (Angel)

Anthony Head (Rupert Giles)

Seth Green (Oz)

James Marsters (Spike)

...among many others who had recurring roles in the beloved show and the other stars who had guest spots.

Buffy was Joss Whedon's first really big show.  It was so beloved because the feel of the show was light-hearted and funny.  Buffy is the least likeliest of heroes--she's a high school girl--but that's what made the show so charming.

It was like a live action fantasy comic book that appealed to both young and old.  Buffy the Vampire Slayer was on the air for 7 seasons and in fact is still on the air today in syndication.  

You can watch Buffy the Vampire Slayer online at the usual suspects, Hulu and Fancast.  There are 12 episodes and about 40 clips from the show available.  All three sites listed below have the same content, it just depends on which site you prefer to watch your videos at. 

Watch Buffy episodes on Hulu.

Watch Buffy episodes on Fancast.

Watch Buffy episodes on Sling.

Best Buffy Quotes or "Buffyisms"

"You're a Vampire.  Oh, I'm sorry.  Was that an offensive term?  Should I say "undead American?" 

Buffy: "Vampires are creeps."  Giles:  "Yes, that's why one slays them."     

"Okay, I'll give you improved marks for that one.  Ripping a throat out--that's a strong visual--that's not cryptic." 

What's Your Favorite Buffy Episode?

One of my favorite Buffy episodes--and I think this goes for a lot of other fans of the show--is "Homecoming" from season 3.  

In this episode Buffy and Cordelia (Charisma Carpenter) both vie to be homecoming queen.  But while doing so, they are both attacked by a group of killers who are getting prepared for "Slayerfest."  

There are some really funny moments in this episode as the trivial High School contest contrasts with the killers who are after the two girls.  It's classic Buffy.

What's your favorite episode or season of Buffy the Vampire Slayer?  Leave a comment and let everyone know.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer "Resources"

Buffy on Wikipedia

Buffy on IMDB: Learn about the cast and crew of the show at the Internet Movie Database

Buffy the Vampire Slayer Episode Guide:: This site is a compendium of every Buffy episode that ever aired.  If you're a super fan, you will love the information provided, which includes memorable quotes from each episode, along with a synopsis, and cast information.

Joss Whedon's Blog (Buffy's creator): Joss writes some funny and interesting posts usually about what he is currently working on or interested in, but sometimes he'll write about Buffy or mention the show.

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